Senior Occupational Therapist
Hitchin
Salary: £39,959 - £48,117 per annum DOE
Hours: 37.5hrs per week

Why join us?
Brainkind Stagenhoe has an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join their dedicated team of healthcare professionals working in a beautiful historical building providing care and slow stream rehabilitation to people with neurological conditions. You will provide an occupational therapy service by assessing, implementing and evaluating programmes of person-centred care as part of the multi-disciplinary team.

Main duties of the job

• We are looking for someone with a creative and person centred approach, who can develop treatment and support plans that enhance function and quality of life.
• Opportunities to develop a therapeutic group programme to meet the needs of a wide range of people.
• Leadership of a small team of therapy assistants and activities co-ordinators
• Opportunity to work with people with a wide range of neurological conditions.
• Opportunity to develop skills and understanding of equipment provision and seating.
• A commitment to continuing professional development and regular supervision.
• Opportunities for peer support from a wider organisation encompassing other OTs and AHP professionals specialising in neurological rehabilitation.

About us
Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of people with brain injuries in the UK. Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more to recover and meet their personal goals. Our employees are incredibly passionate about the jobs they do youll find a strong team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other.

Rewards:
You can look forward to excellent benefits, including:

• A competitive Salary of £39,959 - £48,117 per annum DOE
• 38 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave
• Simply Health Plan; helps to cover the cost of routine healthcare treatments. Further information can be found at Apply through our website
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Excellent training and support
• Group life assurance
• Eye voucher scheme
• Free parking
• Company Pension
• Long Service and Staff Awards

Details
Date posted: 21 May 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: Depending on experience, £39,959 - £48,117 per annum DOE
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: B0462-26-0031
Job locations: Neurological Care Centre Stagenhoe, St Paul's Walden, Hitchin, SG4 8BZ, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current and valid Registration with Health & Care Professions Council
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development
• An ability to work autonomously and to set own and support others priorities
• Ability to build effective team working relationships and excellent leadership skills
• Desirable experience of working in a relevant setting, which can include practice placements

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.

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: Brainkind
Address: Neurological Care Centre Stagenhoe, St Paul's Walden, Hitchin, SG4 8BZ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

For questions about the job, contact: Helen Twigg (Recruitment Advisor) - Helen.Twigg2@brainkind.org