Job Summary
We have a fantastic opportunity available for an experienced occupational therapist to join CICC. We are a team of occupational therapists, physiotherapists, assistant practitioners, and technical instructors who work within a ward based environment in an integrated way with nurses, health care assistants, clinical support workers and also have adult social care staff co‑located within the ward environment in order to provide holistic assessment and rehabilitation for people who have been deemed ready to leave hospital, but not yet ready to return home. The work is varied and interesting – no two days are ever the same. You will provide holistic assessments, work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team and be able to assess, plan and follow up patients to enable them to reach their rehabilitation potential.
The post holder requires a high degree of empathy, understanding, diplomacy, honesty, and integrity as well as good communication and interpersonal skills, and be willing to undertake on‑going training and development.
Responsibilities
We are looking for an enthusiastic and forward‑thinking Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our busy, pro‑active, integrated services based at the Community Intermediate Care Centre (CICC). The role will involve completing comprehensive assessments for patients with a wide variety of both physical and mental health conditions as well as complex social issues, implementing treatment plans and collaborating with our experienced MDTs. You will be expected to liaise and refer into wider health, social care, and voluntary agencies, when appropriate, to ensure best possible outcomes are achieved for patients, their carers and families. The post holder should contribute to service improvement initiatives and actively participate in continuous professional development activities. There will also be opportunities for supervision and to attend in‑service training and professional development.
To be successful you should have significant post‑grad NHS experience, preferably both acute and community experience, a good understanding of risk management and moving and handling, excellent communication skills, and an ability to prioritise a large caseload of complex patients. Good time‑management skills are essential. This post is suitable for an occupational therapist wishing to develop their skills and knowledge in a supportive environment.
Qualifications & Professional Training
* Occupational Therapy Degree or equivalent qualification
* Registered with Health Care Professionals Council as an Occupational Therapist
* Postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience (e.g., field work educator qualification)
Experience & Knowledge
* Three years experience in an NHS occupational therapy or rehabilitation setting undertaking a range of procedures and interventions
* Up to date portfolio of continued professional development
* Demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance agenda
Skills & Abilities
* Excellent communication skills
* Ability to manage own time and determine priorities
* Highly developed organisational skills
* Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to unpredictable caseloads
* Computer literate
* Ability to manage, supervise and motivate staff
Personal Qualities
* Have a flexible approach to work
* Punctuality
* Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner
* Ability to empathise with others
Benefits
Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust (WCHC) offers:
* Supportive induction
* Training
* Opportunities to develop and enhance your skills
* Being part of a multi‑disciplinary team of health and social care professionals, and development within the wider Wirral’s NHS services.
Pay & Scheme
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: 6
Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part‑time
Job Details
Date posted: 27 March 2026
Reference number: 844-7778152
Job location: Community Intermediate Care Centre (CICC), Clatterbridge Road, Bebington, CH63 4JY
Other Requirements
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer Details
Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
Community Intermediate Care Centre (CICC)
Clatterbridge Road
Bebington
CH63 4JY
Website: https://www.wchc.nhs.uk/
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