Rotational Occupational Therapist - Stroke and Neuro | University NHS Foundation Trust

Rotational Occupational Therapist - Stroke and Neuro | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Employer:

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Manchester, M9 7ED

Pay:

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

Yes

Closing Date:

05/04/2026

This is an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist with Stroke and Neuro experience to join our Community Stroke and Neuro rotation based in North Manchester.

Join our multidisciplinary team which comprises of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Nurses, Psychologist and Rehabilitation Assistants in providing good quality rehabilitation to the patients of North Manchester.

You will be supported by our Band 8a Clinical Lead and the Band 7 Occupational Therapists within the service.

There is regular team training, as well as specific OT training as part of the wider community services.

The successful applicants will possess experience of working within a Stroke or Neuro service, show good communication skills and be dedicated to providing high quality care to patients.

• They will also need to have a UK driving licence and access to a vehicle to travel across the north of Manchester to be able to carry out home visits.
• Assess and treat own caseload of patients in a variety of settings, including patient homes and clinics, who need specialist neurological rehabilitation.
• Act as an autonomous practitioner and source of expertise in these areas to junior staff and other health care professionals.
• Undertake training including audit and evaluation.
• Be involved in the training and supervision of junior and student Occupational Therapists.

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year.

As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters.

Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working.

You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds.

Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive.

We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.

Your journey at MFT is more than a job.

• It’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.

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