Job summary
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our team in the London Spinal Cord Injury Centre on a 12-month fixed-term contract for maternity cover.

Our team provides acute, rehabilitation and reintegration programmes for all age ranges and spinal cord injury levels, from first episode of spinal cord injury rehabilitation through to reassessment of people with long standing needs both as in- and out-patients for those who are ventilator dependent to those who have an invisible injury. Our practice is innovative, evidence based and competency led to ensure the highest care for our patients with a well-established in house teaching programme. You will need at least 4 years post-qualification experience, including one year within Spinal Cord Injury or equivalent specialist rehabilitation setting.

Main duties of the job
To assess and treat the most complex patients in this clinical unit, teach less experienced staff and students and support the 8a Occupational Therapist (LSCIC) in coordinating and developing the Occupational Therapy Service to the LSCIC.

To provide cover for administrative, managerial and clinical tasks in the temporary absence of another member of the team, as appropriate to own level of experience.

About us
At the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), we are committed to achieving the best staff experience in the NHS. In the 2023 NHS Staff Survey, we proudly:

• Scored above the national average for the People Promises: "We are recognised and rewarded," "We are always learning," "We work flexibly," "We are a team," and for staff engagement.
• Ranked #1 among all Trusts in North and Central London for all People Promises and themes.
• Ranked #1 among all Acute Specialist Trusts for "We work flexibly."

At RNOH, we're committed to being actively anti-discriminatory and actively inclusive. We recognise our brilliant people do brilliant work, and we offer rewarding careers, no matter what their background. We continue to strive to break down barriers to be the Trust where people come together because what they do matters, makes a difference and where they can thrive.

Details
Date posted: 29 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £55,524 to £62,652 a year per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 392-RNOH-8385683
Job locations: Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore, HA7 4LP, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Joining our organisation means enjoying a wide range of staff benefits, including:

• 24/7 access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
• A Rewards & Recognition platform, offering opportunities to thank colleagues, send gifts, and access exclusive discounts.
• A dedicated Staff Wellbeing Hub, providing a space to relax and recharge away from the work environment.
• Salary sacrifice schemes for transport (season ticket loans, car and bike), electrical goods, and childcare

At RNOH, we are more than a workplace, we are committed to patients, to excellence and the wellbeing of our staff.

Person Specification
Qualification and experience
Essential

• Dip.COT/ Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Member of relevant special interest group
• 4 years minimum post-qualification experience
• Teaching experience
• Experience in clinical audit and outcome measures

Desirable

• Experience with staff IPR/appraisal.

Skills and knowledge
Essential

• Able to communicate with a variety of people, occasionally in emotional distress
• Good organisation of self and time
• Basic skills in: Splinting, wheelchair assessment, therapeutic patient handling & discharge planning
• Detailed knowledge of biomechanical and /or neurological treatment approaches
• Up to date knowledge of adaptive equipment

Desirable

• Advanced skills including: Splinting. Wheelchair assessment. Therapeutic patient handling. Discharge planning.
• Working knowledge of research methodologies

Disposition and attributes
Essential

• Reflective practitioner
• Willingness to take appropriate level of responsibility

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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: Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust
Employer's website: https://www.rnoh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:
Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist, Emma Linley, emma.linley@nhs.net, 02089095448

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