Reach Occupational Therapy; OT Practitioner

In-reach Occupational Therapy (OT) Practitioner

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic HCPCregistered occupational therapist to join our dynamic and supportive team atYour Healthcare CIC.

Thisbrand new post is joint funded between Your Healthcare and Kingston and Richmond Foundation Trust and is ideal for someone with both hospital and community experience, but with a desire to support us in developing this newservice moving care from the hospital to the community. Team support will be available, and Your Healthcare has a protected CPD budget which all employees can apply for.

If successful, you will in-reach into Kingston Hospital working alongside the Frailty team to identify patients who can leave hospital with a home first approach and take them home to assess in their own home. You will work closely with community healthand social care teams to prevent hospital admission, expedite discharge and provide care at home.

You will be mostly based at Hollyfield House/Kingston Hospital although you will also need to be able to travel aroundthe borough of Kingston and to our other sites as needed.

We encourage you to discuss your flexibility needs with us before applying or during the interview process.

While we may not be able to meet every request exactly,we promise to fully consider your needs and accommodate them where possible. Please note that flexible working options may vary depending on the role.

CLOSING DATE 15/03/2026

Interviews w/c 23/03/2026

This is a fixed term post and is for 37.5 hours per week. The usual working hours are 9-5 and will be Monday Friday. This role may be required to work weekends/unsocial hours.

We are looking for someone with:

Diploma/degreein relevant Occupational Therapy.

HCPCregistration

Evidence of relevant Continuing Professional Development

2-3years post graduate experience in field of rehabilitation (Hospital and/or community settings)

Competencies of Band 7 gateway.

Experience in Assessment and Rehabilitation in a wide range of conditions found in theadult population.

Experience of clinical supervision of junior staff and students.

Excellent oral and written communication skills, report writing and Computer literacy,Information Technology Skills.

Abilityto plan and prioritise own caseload, organise plan and execute complex discharges.

Working knowledge and understanding of Integrated Governance and the implications for services, including audit, risk management, health and safety etc.

Current driving licence and access to vehicle for work purposes

If this sounds like the job for you and you would like more information, please contact the OT team on  or email denise.allen

AtYour Healthcare CIC, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-led health and social care services for residents in Kingston and providing specialised learning disability services in Richmond. As a Community Interest Company, we prioritise community-driven care and offer an environment that empowers you tomake a real impact.

Why Choose Us?

NHS Pay & Benefits: Enjoy the security of NHS pay, Agenda for Change terms, NHS pension scheme, and salary sacrifice schemes

Bureaucracy-Free Environment: Implement good ideas quickly and effectively without delays

Work-Life Balance: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Programme and various staff discounts

Exceptional Staff

Experience:

Join a supportive workplace with positive feedback from staff and patients

Inclusive Culture: We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion,encouraging applications from all backgrounds

Impactful Community Involvement: Have a real voice in shaping care as part of our membership organization. Your ideas and contributions matter

Join Us Today

We are looking for passionate individuals who value high-quality care, inclusivity,and community engagement. Join our forward-thinking, patient-centred team. Explore ourcareer opportunities and become part of a team that values your expertise and dedication.

We recognise that applicants may choose to use AI as partof their application process.
This is permitted,however please clearly state within your application where AI has been used.

Main Duties:

Totake the lead in the development of the in-reach liaison role demonstrating advanced levels of leadership and specialist clinical knowledge of the subject area.

To contribute to the prevention of admission and facilitation of discharge of patients from Kingston Hospital within the Kingston Borough.

To facilitate discharge from the front door of the hospital and provide rapid occupational therapy assessments at the patients home. And provide specialist care and advice to patients and/or their carers to influence better care and outcomes for patients.

Towork collaboratively with partner agencies optimising care in the right placeat the right time for the patient.

Toact as a liaison between acute services and the community / local authority using expert knowledge of pathways and services.

Provide clinical leadership for the…