Job summary
We are looking for Occupational Therapist who is keen to gain clinical experience within the field of Stroke as a Band 6 within a forward-thinking, supportive and friendly Adult Therapy Service.

This is a maternity cover post : Contract End Date 1st Nov 2027

Our ideal candidate will have a passion for OT and a desire to actively participate in all aspects of the role including working flexibly when required across the stroke team. You must be willing and able to lead on various elements of the work and training within this area of OT. You must be an effective team player with excellent communication and organisational skills and be able to demonstrate evidence of recent professional learning.

You will be able to access senior OT professional support and opportunities for clinical professional training and development.

If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today!

Please note that this vacancy may close early due to number of applications

Main duties of the job
The Band 6 Occupational Therapist plays a vital role within the acute stroke multidisciplinary team, providing specialist assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation to optimise patients' functional independence following stroke. The role supports timely discharge planning, equipment provision, patient and family education, and coordination of care across the stroke pathway. In addition, the post holder provides clinical leadership, supervision of junior staff and students, and contributes to service development, ensuring the service meets SSNAP and national stroke standards while delivering high-quality patient care.

About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Details
Date posted: 28 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 390-HC-CSS-BA-3810
Job locations: Basildon, Nethermayne, Basildon, SS16 5NL, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Essential: Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Essential: Registered with Health and Care Professions Council
• Essential: Relevant CPD and evidence of ongoing, continual professional development.
• Desirable: Member of RCOT
• Desirable: Clinical educators course

Experience

• Essential: Post qualified experience working in a busy acute setting as a junior or senior occupational therapist
• Desirable: Experience working stroke or neuro ward / unit

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.

Employer contact details
Stroke and Neuro Therapy Lead: Aarti Sharma, Aarti.Sharma@nhs.net, 03004430003

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.