Job summary
SENIOR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
(ROTHERHAM STROKE REHABILITATION TEAM)
1.0 w.t.e. BAND 6 (37.5 hours), Secondment (12 Months)
(5 Days Mon-Fri, Weekend working on a rota basis)

We are pleased to offer this exciting opportunity to work as a Band 6 Senior Occupational Therapist in Stroke Rehabilitation across our acute and community pathway to build your knowledge and skill base around cognitive assessment and rehabilitation, normal movement theory and complex discharge planning.

Awareness of mental health issues following stroke, vocational rehabilitation and wider community integration are also essential parts of the role.

Our compassionate multidisciplinary team includes SLTs, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Clinical Psychologists, Assistant Practitioners, Therapy Support and admin staff. This skill mix enables us to offer holistic and bespoke rehabilitation. We provide a pathway of integrated care across the Stroke Recovery Unit (acute and rehab) and the Integrated Community Stroke Service (up to 6 months). We are the only therapy team across South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw to work in this innovative and dynamic way. Our pathway provides a seamless transfer of care for stroke survivors and their carers.

Main duties of the job
The post-holder will support Stroke survivors in both acute and community settings.

The post holder will receive direct clinical supervision and group supervision, participate in regular in-service training sessions, evidence-based practice learning groups, and be supported to further develop both leadership and MDT Stroke specialist clinical skills.

There are opportunities to support the team in service development and evaluation projects to order to enhance patient care and experience, and to contribute to the national targets associated with this specialty i.e. SSNAP. The post holder will contribute to weekend and bank holiday working on a rota basis.

The post-holder will need to travel independently around Rotherham and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes (Adjustments can be considered in accordance with the equality act 2010).

If applying for this secondment option you must have your managers/organisations approval.

About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey ,show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship
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All band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship.

Details
Date posted
17 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
Pro rata/per annum
Contract
Secondment
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time,
Flexible working
Reference number
C9165-26-08-009
Job locations
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
S60 2UD
United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification
Analytical and Judgement
Essential

• Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance and that of others
• Ability to identify need for service development

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• Ability to utilise technology for the recording and collection of data and to support clinical care e.g. SystmOne & Meditech (electronic patient record systems EPRs)
• Demonstrates an ability to prioritise and delegate own and junior and support staff workload and meet required timescales
• Responds appropriately to urgent and emergency situations

Qualifications
Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Post-graduate qualifications relevant to management of stroke and stroke rehabilitation.

Communication and Relationships
Essential

• Able to present and receive information within a multi professional team
• Ability to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients/clients, relative/carers and staff
• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Provides learning and development to other professionals within own work area

Knowledge
Essential

• Evidence of clinical Stroke expertise and knowledge developed through CPD and experience including use of standardised assessments, equipment assessment and prescription and complex discharge planning
• Knowledge of Clinical Governance and implications for patient care
• Knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety in the work environment and implications for service area

Experience
Essential

• Experience of working within a multi-professional team

Desirable

• Evidence of development and supervision of staff and students

Physical and Practical
Essential

• Able to demonstrate advanced practical neurological patient assessment skills
• Produce timely, accurate written/electronic records, reports and documents

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).

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.