Rotational Occupational Therapist

Job Summary

The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner following professional codes of conduct and ethics carrying a varied caseload which can include patients with complex needs with additional supervision.

Clinical activities can take place in a wide range of settings including hospital, clinic and community settings, and patients own homes.

The department is looking for Band 5 Occupational Therapists to join the rotation in the west. The rotation includes physical, mental health and paediatric rotations in both acute and community services including medical, primary care, stroke rehabilitation, surgical, rheumatology, orthopaedics, community and community hospitals, acute and community mental health and children's services in clinics, schools and community services.

The successful applicants will be supervised by senior staff and supported to complete the preceptorship. There is an active Band 5 support network which gives peer support along with in service training.

North Wales is an ideal place to live and work especially if you enjoy the outdoors. We are close to the Snowdonia National Park and the many gorgeous beaches within the area.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post;
Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales.

We are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the 'Disability Confident Employer' scheme.

Date posted: 19 February 2026

Pay scheme:
Agenda for change

Band:
Band 5

Salary: £31,516 to £38,364 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract:

Permanent

Working pattern:
Full-time, Part-time

Reference number: 050-AHP
033-0226

Job locations:
Ysbyty Gwynedd, Penrhosgarnedd, Bangor, LL57 2PU

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy, or to be in third year of training and will be appointed upon successful qualification
• HCPC Registration or applying for registration

Experience

• Evidence of varied practice placements
• Evidence of practice placements in an NHS setting.

Aptitude and ability

• Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with others.
• Ability to implement the Occupational Therapy process with clients.

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh

Other

• Can meet travel requirements
• Flexible approach to work

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.

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

Employer name:
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address:
Ysbyty Gwynedd, Penrhosgarnedd, Bangor, LL57 2PU

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