Community Occupational Therapist

Job Summary

We are offering a 12 month fixed term contract or secondment opportunity for dynamic, motivated Occupational Therapists. Internal applicants wishing to be considered for a secondment should discuss suitability with their line manager.

The role will sit within the community core team based at Collingwood House and focuses on patients with longer‑term conditions, providing holistic assessments and interventions within patients’ homes. It involves autonomous working in the community, managing a caseload across Gloucester and surrounding areas.

Preferred candidates are experienced Band 5 clinicians seeking a development opportunity or established Band 6 OTs looking for a new challenge in a supportive environment.

• Conduct comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments.
• Develop individualised, goal‑oriented treatment plans.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Support timely discharges and promote patient independence.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.

• HCPC‑registered Occupational Therapist.
• Car driver with access to a vehicle (essential).
• Excellent communication, time management, team‑working skills.
• Flexible, patient‑centred approach with a focus on promoting independence.

We are looking for an experienced, flexible and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist with a good understanding of rehabilitation and a passion for community work. Candidates should have a varied clinical experience and be committed to providing the highest standard of assessment and treatment. The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills, enjoy working in a team, and be able to support junior staff and support staff.

They will be experienced in working with adults with physical health conditions in a variety of health and social care settings.

Essential

• HCPC Registered.
• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Experience working within the community.
• Independently managing own caseload.
• Experience in rehabilitation.
• Ability to travel around the locality.
• Effective communication skills, written and verbal.
• Positive leadership skills.

Desirable

• Moving and Handling Training.
• Previous NHS experience.
• Experience of using the Housing Regeneration Act in relation to Disabled Facilities Grants.
• Experience or recommending major adaptations in patient homes to enable independence.

Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

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Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
Collingwood House, Horton Road, Gloucester, GL1 3PX

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