Occupational Therapists

Role Overview

Due to increased investment in stroke services, EKHUFT is expanding its team to support our Stroke Therapy Team. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist with a passion for working in stroke services.

Key details:
The role is currently based at the Kent and Canterbury Hospital and will relocate to William Harvey Hospital in 2027. It offers a holistic, forward‑thinking service with support over seven days.

• Assist Therapy Team Leaders and Band 7 Therapy Team in planning, coordinating, delivering and evaluating the therapy service to patients within the stroke service on a daily basis.
• Manage a clinical caseload using evidence‑based assessments, treatment and discharge planning for patients within the specialty.
• Work as part of an MDT and provide highly specialised therapy advice to MDT members.
• Deputise for the Band 7 Occupational Therapist on clinical and managerial duties within the team.
• Participate in 7‑day services.

You’ll also have opportunities for CPD, clinical supervision and team meetings. We provide high‑quality therapy care across our stroke wards and across our three acute sites.

To apply online as we will close the advert once we receive sufficient applications. If you have any difficulty with our application process, contact the Resourcing Team at

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