Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Rotational Occupational Therapist
The closing date is 29 November 2026

Job summary
We are looking for Occupational Therapists to join our unique rotation in Portsmouth. A full induction programme and training is provided, and you will be provided with regular clinical supervision. You will have the opportunity to work across Inpatient and Community settings including;

• Older Persons Physical Rehabilitation
• Children's Services
• Acute Mental Health Inpatients
• Specialist Palliative Care
• Community Neurology Service
• Community Response Service

Please note you must be able to work on a rotational shift pattern, including weekdays, weekends and bank holidays and undertake control and restraint training

We have lots of exciting opportunities to offer candidates that want a friendly and supportive environment to grow and build their career as an Occupational Therapist. So get in touch today to find out more!

At present, the Trust is unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

Main duties of the job
You will have responsibility for a caseload of patients assessing their needs, formulating intervention plans, delivering interventions and evaluating outcomes. Working under the supervision of a Senior Occupational Therapist they must ensure that they work within the scope of their competency and that their practice meets Trust and professional standards. Rotational posts have set periods of time spent in different clinical teams.

We know that the development of our staff is essential to the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care. We offer all of our newly qualified health professionals a comprehensive 10 month Preceptorship programme. You will be supported by an outstanding team of Practice Educators who will support and assist you in the transition from student to practitioner.

About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.

Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.

Details
Date posted: 12 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year
Rotational Post - Some postings work shift patterns
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 348-PSE-13069

Job locations
The Limes, St James' Hospital, Woodlands Walk, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO4 8GB, United Kingdom
St.Mary's Community Health Campus (Portsmouth), Milton Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO3 6AD, United Kingdom
Battenburg Avenue Clinic, Battenburg Avenue, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 0TA, United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Essential: Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Essential: Health and Care Professions Council Registration

Additional Criteria

• Essential: You must be able to drive and have access to a vehicle for community visits for some of the postings

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: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address: The Limes, St James' Hospital, Woodlands Walk, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO4 8GB, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Hiring Manager, Lee Allen/Sarah Warrener, Lee.allen@nhs.net, 03001236620

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