Band 6 Occupational Therapist

Leedscommunityhealthcare; Leeds; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a dynamic Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join their dedicated stroke rehabilitation team. The successful candidate will deliver multi-disciplinary rehabilitation and collaborate closely with various healthcare professionals. This role offers mentorship opportunities and a commitment to staff development in a supportive and caring environment. Candidates must be motivated, possess strong time management skills, and be passionate about improving patients' quality of life. The position requires independent travel across the locality from January 2026.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Access to NHS discounts

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Must be a highly motivated individual passionate about stroke rehabilitation.
• Ability to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Able to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist multi-disciplinary rehabilitation to stroke patients.
• Work closely with other professionals to support patients’ recovery.
• Involve in mentorship and development of junior staff.

Skills

Effective time management

Collaboration

Passion for patient rehabilitation

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for 2 Band 6 Occupational Therapist who is dynamic and passionate about stroke rehabilitation to join our supportive and caring team.

The Community Stroke Rehabilitation Team offers specialist multi-disciplinary rehabilitation to adults who have had a stroke in a community setting. You will work closely with other professionals such as physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, psychologists, dietitians, nurses, therapy assistant practitioners and rehabilitation assistants. The service provides goal focused, time limited rehabilitation interventions in patient’s home environments and other settings as appropriate.

The stroke rehab team work closely alongside colleagues from Leeds Teaching Hospital Trust, as well as third sector organisations such as the Stroke Association, to support patients along the whole stroke pathway, from hospital to home.

The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual, who is passionate about helping patients to improve their quality of life and helping staff to develop in their roles, and who can collaborate well with the team. They need to be highly effective with time management and work efficiently with prioritisation and deadlines.

Contact

Should you have any questions about the role please contact Georgina Simon, Clinical Team Manager on 07354173485.

Opportunities

• An opportunity to develop your expert skills and knowledge in stroke rehabilitation within a specialist multi-disciplinary team
• An opportunity to work holistically with patients who present with a range of stroke or neurological deficits for time limited goal-focussed therapy
• A commitment to your development – mentorship, audit, regular clinical supervision and opportunities to access training
• A friendly working environment within a committed and passionate team, with focus given to supporting staff wellbeing
• Opportunities for involvement in service development and innovation
• Opportunities to develop leadership skills and provide line management for unregistered and junior staff members

Due to the nature of the role, it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. We are a seven day service and you will be required to work across this period. If required adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act.

Please Review the Job Description and Person Specification Attached for full Requirements of the Role.

Adverts will close early where the maximum numbers applicants is reached.

About Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust

Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.

We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.

Perks of the job

Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.

Right to Work

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

Job Details

• Frequency Annual (Agenda for Change roles)
• Vacancy Reference C9833-806-26
• Contract Type Permanent
• Weekly Working Hours 37.5
• Closing Date 25 January, 2026
• Staff Group Allied Health Professionals
• Business Unit Specialist Business Unit