Job summary
We are excited to offer a joint rotation between KMMH and DGT. Occupational Therapist's will have the opportunity to rotate between the Trusts to enable consolidation of University training in both mental and physical health. We feel this upskills staff to be more holistic in their practice.

This innovative opportunity includes the following rotations:

• A&E
• Community Crisis Mental Health Team
• Respiratory
• Gastroenterology
• Endocrinology
• Intensive Care
• Hyper acute stroke and stroke rehabilitation
• Orthopaedics
• General Surgery
• Inpatient and outpatient cardiac rehabilitation

This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.

Main duties of the job

• To provide clinical assessment and treatment for inpatients
• To support with a safe and effective discharge from hospital
• To actively engage in CPD activities offered such as: band 5 peer support group; team in-service training; preceptorship programme; specialist rotational competencies; clinical supervision

About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Details
Date posted: 23 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £33,677 to £40,996 a year incl HCAS per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 252-8306928-C
Closing date: 05 November 2026
Job location: Darent Valley Hospital, Darenth Wood Road, Dartford, DA2 8DA, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential

• Diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• The ability to discuss clinical reasoning in the management of cases
• Able to communicate complex information to patients, carers other health professionals and team
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to self direct learning, be critical and evaluate own learning needs, demonstrated in a CPD portfolio
• Able to provide a high standard of clear concise, written and verbal reports in English
• IT skills, including using hospital data bases, word processing, excel, email and power point
• Ability to manage own stress and work in a stressful and unpredictable environment. To show empathy and fairness to give support to others

Experience
Essential

• A broad range of undergraduate experience in all core specialities of Occupational Therapy
• Experience and ability to work collaboratively within MDT

Desirable

• Experience of clinical practice in an NHS environment

Knowledge
Essential

• An understanding of evidenced based practice pertaining to Occupational Therapy
• Awareness of national guidelines and standards relevant to Occupational Therapy
• Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession

Desirable

• Awareness and understanding of NHS structure, current issues and developments

Other
Essential

• Self motivated with a clear understanding of role
• Physically fit and able to comply with Trusts moving and handling guidelines, therapeutic handling
• Professional manner and appearance
• Available for weekend duties and altered working patterns where clinically appropriate
• Full clean driving licence and availability of car to travel within Dartford, Gravesham, Swanley, and South East London areas in a timely manner and at short notice

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: Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Employer's website: https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us

For questions about the job, contact:
Head of Occupational Therapy, Leanne Hunt, leanne.hunt3@nhs.net, 07454836577