Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

The Occupational Therapy rotational post across North Devon is suitable for the following:

• Students who are in the final year of training to be an Occupational Therapist
• Return to practice – this role would enable you to complete your return to work training so you can register as an Occupational Therapist.
• If you have been qualified for a while and are looking to broaden your experience.

The role involves rotating every six months between Acute Inpatient, Neuro Rehab, and Community Teams. Each rotation provides opportunities to work closely with multidisciplinary teams and develop a wide range of clinical skills.

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below.

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

• To assess and treat patients.
• To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
• To support and work with Therapy Clinical Support Workers and Therapy Assistant Practitioners.

• A strong team player
• Committed to developing both yourself and others.
• Passionate about improving the lives of local people

Acute Inpatient Team

The Inpatient team at North Devon District Hospital offers rotations within Medical and Surgical (including Trauma and Orthopaedics). This provides experience working with an integrated team of Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists.

Neuro Rehab Team

The Neuro Rehab Team works across in-patient, community and out-patient settings providing specialist, evidence-based Neuro rehab to patients following stroke or other neurological diagnosis.

Community Team

The Community Service forms a vital link between Primary Care and Secondary Care, NHS Social Services and Voluntary Sector.

We are a friendly and dedicated team that aims to rehabilitate patients, avoid admissions, support discharges, promote health, well-being and independence.

For newly qualified Occupational Therapists, those outside the UK, or returning to practice, the preceptorship programme will help build confidence and competence.

Monday to Friday, 8.00 to 16.00, with additional weekend duties or a 7‑day rolling pattern.

For further information, please contact Sarah Hamilton, Occupational Therapist Advanced Practitioner,

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status, including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

All staff enjoy competitive total remuneration and a generous £26,500–£38,000 basic salary depending on level.

Benefits include:

• Extensive staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options.
• Salary sacrifice options.
• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• OCS associated benefits (e.g., on‑site nursery).

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust