Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the largest Trusts in the UK. At UCLH we are committed to delivering top quality care, excellent education and worldwide research. The therapy department is a friendly and supportive environment to develop clinical and project skills. To hear more about working for the Therapies and Rehabilitation department at UCLH, please see our YouTube video: https://youtu.be/x2590DuUnLI

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated occupational therapist with excellent communication skills and an innovative and flexible approach. You must be a team player with a broad range of student experience.

This role has 6-month rotations across a range of specialities including: Surgery, Orthopaedics, Oncology and Haematology, General Medicine, Rehabilitation and Neurology.

The rotations are across several sites including University College Hospital and the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery. In some rotations staff will be expected to participate in 7-day services or weekend working.

We have a strong commitment to staff development and service improvement providing regular supervision and in-service training. Please only apply if you have a degree result and have your HCPC registration or it is pending.

Main duties of the job

• Provide high quality Occupational Therapy input including assessment, treatment and advice to patients in a variety of settings.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills with a range of stakeholders including patient's family members and MDT
• Provide patient centred care to ensure a holistic and individualised treatment/intervention is delivered
• Perform safe manual handling tasks, fitting and delivery of ADL equipment, and basic IT skills.
• Participate in evidence-based audits and service development projects in conjunction with the Senior Therapists (OT/PT) in order to ensure high standards of care & service development are maintained and improved.
• Demonstrate time management and prioritisation skills to effectively manage own caseload
• Responsible for accurate and timely documentation in line with RCOT and trust guidelines
• Compliance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities Policy. Avoiding behaviour which discriminates against service users and fellow employees/potential employees on the ground of sex, sexuality, marital status, race, age, colour, nationality ethnic origin, religion or disability
• Be an integral member of a team assuming delegated responsibilities for supervision of students and assistant members of staff as required.

About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

Details
Date posted: 14 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £38,488 to £46,852 a year
Per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 309-UCLH-8128
Job locations: University College London Hospitals, 235 Euston Road, London, NW1 2BU, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Be flexible and provide cover within the therapy department during periods of staff absence. Ensure an understanding and adherence to trust values, policies and guidelines Participate in 7-day services as appropriate for the rotation.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration in Occupational Therapy (Actual or Pending)

Desirable

• RCOT Membership (Actual or Pending)

Experience
Essential

• Completion of core student placements including: Care of the Older person, Neurology/Rehabilitation, Mental Health
• Knowledge of general conditions seen in Occupational Therapy including Dementia, orthopaedics, neurological and care of the older person
• Experience of working in a Health or Social Care setting

Desirable

• A wide range of student placements including: oncology, orthopaedics, community, Mental Health

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• Excellent time management and organisational skills including prioritisation and delegation.
• Involvement in learning contracts/appraisal scheme
• Knowledge of professional organisations
• Competent IT skills for communication and presentation of information

Desirable

• Demonstrates a clear understanding of multidisciplinary issues and ability to work efficiently and effectively in a multidisciplinary team
• Evidence of working as an autonomous practitioner in a supportive environment.

Communication
Essential

• Able to present written and spoken English in a clear and logical manner including the ability to meet UCLH Trust documentation guidelines

Desirable

• To effectively advocate for patients and communicate outcome of OT assessments in meetings e.g. ward handover& case conferences

Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential

• Demonstrate an understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties

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: University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: University College London Hospitals, 235 Euston Road, London, NW1 2BU, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Team Lead Occupational Therapist, Claire Smart, claire.smart@nhs.net

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.
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).
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).