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Job Summary
We are seeking motivated and dynamic Band 5 Occupational Therapists with interest in general physical rehabilitation to apply for this exciting opportunity to work with NELFT's inpatient therapy wards at Meadow Court.
Job Summary
We are seeking motivated and dynamic Band 5 Occupational Therapists with interest in general physical rehabilitation to apply for this exciting opportunity to work with NELFT's inpatient therapy wards at Meadow Court.
The role will require the successful candidate to work as part of the team based within an inpatient setting but with interface with other NELFT services and external stakeholders to ensure service delivery is of a high quality.
As part of the Inpatient therapy team, we can offer you:
* Regular clinical and managerial supervision
* A programme of In-service training including journal club
* Training and development opportunities
Main duties of the job
The post holder will utilise a range of skills and experience gained in clinical practice toperform a specialist, comprehensive assessments using clinical reasoning skills and assessment techniques to formulate a treatment plan based on clinical findings.
Excellent communication skills are essential as well asgood knowledge of current OT best practice and the ability to work as an effective team member across multi-professional team.
About Us
Probationary Period
This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).
Starting with NELFT
NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop in sessions focussing in engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.
High Cost Area Supplement - Outer London
This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,714 to a maximum of £5,941 p.a. pro rata for part time).
Use of AI
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Details
Date posted
06 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year pa (plus HCAS) pro-rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
395-AR043-25
Job locations
Meadow Court Community Hospital
Barley Lane
Ilford
IG3 8XJ
Job Description
Job responsibilities
* To work flexibly and assist in effective and efficient delivery of the service.
* To assess the occupational therapy needs of a defined patient group to establish and evaluate appropriate treatment plans. This includes chronic, acute, and palliative care within own competencies, recognising own limitations and seeking advice when necessary.
* To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment for patients with multiple to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of treatment
* To select and apply occupational therapy assessments for a designated caseload, addressing occupational performance and skill deficits, enabling patients in the areas of productivity, self, and leisure.
* To provide patients and relatives with information and education thus ensuring they have meaningful choices that promote dignity, independence, and quality of life.
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application.
We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
* To work flexibly and assist in effective and efficient delivery of the service.
* To assess the occupational therapy needs of a defined patient group to establish and evaluate appropriate treatment plans. This includes chronic, acute, and palliative care within own competencies, recognising own limitations and seeking advice when necessary.
* To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment for patients with multiple to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of treatment
* To select and apply occupational therapy assessments for a designated caseload, addressing occupational performance and skill deficits, enabling patients in the areas of productivity, self, and leisure.
* To provide patients and relatives with information and education thus ensuring they have meaningful choices that promote dignity, independence, and quality of life.
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application.
We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage.
Person Specification
face to face interview
Essential
* fully qualified Occupational Therapist
* HCPC registered
Desirable
* RCOT Registered
* Community experience
face to face interview
Essential
* Clinical Skills
* Leadership
Desirable
* Computer it
* administration
face to face interview
Essential
* Communication
* training
Desirable
* car driver
Person Specification
face to face interview
Essential
* Communication
* training
Desirable
* car driver
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
Address
Meadow Court Community Hospital
Barley Lane
Ilford
IG3 8XJ
Employer's website
https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
Address
Meadow Court Community Hospital
Barley Lane
Ilford
IG3 8XJ
Employer's website
https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
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* Job function
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