Job summary
Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH) is proud to provide a wide range of community health services, and our South West London Division is seeking a motivated Occupational Therapist to join the Merton Adult Community Neuro Rehabilitation Team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team delivering specialist, evidence-based rehabilitation for people living with stroke and a range of neurological conditions in the community, including long term neurological conditions.

You will play a key role in helping individuals maximise their independence, achieve meaningful rehabilitation goals and improve their quality of life. The role offers opportunities to contribute to service development, innovation and continuous improvement while further developing your own clinical expertise through ongoing professional development and shared learning.

Working collaboratively with therapy, nursing and wider health and social care colleagues, you will help deliver integrated, person-centred care that supports positive outcomes for patients and their families.

Main duties of the job
As a Specialist Neuro Occupational Therapist within the Merton Community Neuro Rehabilitation Team, you will:

• Work as an active member of a multidisciplinary team specialising in stroke and neurological rehabilitation.
• Deliver specialist Occupational Therapy assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for adults with complex neurological conditions.
• Manage a caseload of patients with complex physical, cognitive and emotional needs.
• Develop and implement person-centred rehabilitation plans that support independence and maximise recovery.
• Contribute to timely, coordinated and safe discharge planning in partnership with patients, carers and relevant professionals.
• Support the development of the Occupational Therapy service and wider team to promote integrated, evidence-based practice.
• Provide specialist advice, guidance and education to health and social care professionals, patients, carers and families.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver high-quality community rehabilitation services.
• Support and supervise junior staff, support workers and students, contributing to their learning and development.
• Maintain professional standards through reflective practice, continuous professional development and participation in service improvement activities.

This role requires excellent clinical reasoning, effective communication skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate care within a community setting.

About us
We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Job responsibilities
Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current AHP with UK HCPC registration
• Post-graduate training in Approaches to Rehabilitation / Cognitive rehabilitation / Neurological rehabilitation or equivalent.
• Attendance at specialist short courses or equivalent CPD activities within the specialist areas of Neurology

Desirable

• Masters level study

Experience
Essential

• A minimum of 4-5 years post-graduate experience with a minimum of 2 years in older peoples / neurological rehabilitation services
• Experience post registration as a Band 6 occupational therapist in neurology (possibly as part of a rotation)
• Experience in working with people with complex health and social issues.
• Experience in working collaboratively across agencies in planning care for people
• Experience in planning complex discharges, co-ordinating services and resources.
• Experience in working with adults in their own home and working in community services

Desirable

• Rotational experience at Band 5 or Band 6 level in acute trusts and stroke services.

Skills and Knowledge
Essential

• Knowledge of role(s) of Allied Health Professionals and interdisciplinary team working
• Knowledge and understanding of complex medical conditions including, neurology, multi-pathologies and falls
• Ability to apply core occupational therapy skills across a range of clinical conditions within a client-centred, goal setting
• Knowledge of moving and handling legislation and procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to problem solve in a creative manner and to make clear and realistic decisions with clients and their carers.

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience in research and audit

Key Attributes
Essential

• Able to work under pressure
• Ability to undertake safe manual handling
• Commitment to the organisation Values and Policies.
• Commitment to the organisation Values and Policies.

Desirable

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.