Job summary

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST -Band 5

Fixed term (9 months)

Hours: 34 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our Stroke and Neurology team. The post holder will work in a dedicated OT team alongside a supportive MDT, to deliver occupational therapy as part of a 7 day service. The role provides an opportunity to work across the stroke pathway; as the OT team covers hyper acute, acute and rehabilitation on the stroke unit.

The team is committed to delivering high standards of care across the whole patient pathway.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking applications from individuals with a passion for providing rehabilitation for people with neurological conditions. You will need to demonstrate time management skills and the ability to be flexible, to be able to manage a mixed acute and rehab caseload in a busy setting. Excellent communication skills will be key, as you will be working with patients and their families in stressful and complex situations. The successful candidate will also demonstrate good interpersonal skills and be committed to team working both within OT and the wider MDT.

Applicants will be supported to develop problem solving and specialist clinical skills essential for meeting the demands of this setting. Regular supervision will be provided and a staff appraisal system is in operation. department.

Please note, Stroke services across Derbyshire are undergoing a review and there will be some changes in service delivery in the future.

About us

Working for our organisation

As a trust we offer

onsite parking,

wellbeing hub

o counselling,

o onsite exercise classes,

o the royal mile (one mile circuit around the hospital grounds),

a number of refreshment outlets,

onsite post office

cash machines,

fruit and vegetable stall that visits throughout the week

outdoor seating areas to facilitate staff breaks.

As a department we offer:

apprenticeship schemes,

departmental emotional support,

regular catch ups with head of department

regular supervision

yearly appraisal

in-service training programmes

formal and informal support

wellbeing champion

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

166-DCSC-8260785

Job locations

Chesterfield Royal Hospital

Calow

Chesterfield

S44 5BL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the Job description document for further information about the role and job requirements. Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you have any questions.

We are committed to providing you with on-going training and development to ensure you thrive in your role here at the Trust, which will be individualised and supported by your Line manager

The key to our success is simple: our people. With your experience, energy and commitment, youll be able to make a huge difference.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job description document for further information about the role and job requirements. Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you have any questions. We are committed to providing you with on-going training and development to ensure you thrive in your role here at the Trust, which will be individualised and supported by your Line manager The key to our success is simple: our people. With your experience, energy and commitment, youll be able to make a huge difference.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• oDiploma or degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent)
• oH.C.P.C. registered (or pending qualification results).

Experience

Essential

• oBroad understanding of OT process and frameworks.
• oBroad understanding of OT role in acute physical setting.
• oExperience of working in a neurological speciality (placement experience will be accepted)

Desirable

• oExperience in acute physical setting
• oExperience of rehabilitation practice and ethos

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• oAbility to prioritise workload and work to tight deadlines.

Desirable

• oExperience of supervising other staff/students

Personal Attributes

Essential

• oDemonstrates a specific interest in the post applied for

Demonstrates Trust Values

Essential

• Compassion, Ambition, Respect, Encouragement - Proud to CARE

Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential oDiploma or degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent) oH.C.P.C. registered (or pending qualification results). Experience Essential oBroad understanding of OT process and frameworks. oBroad understanding of OT role in acute physical setting. oExperience of working in a neurological speciality (placement experience will be accepted) Desirable oExperience in acute physical setting oExperience of rehabilitation practice and ethos Skills and Knowledge Essential oAbility to prioritise workload and work to tight deadlines. Desirable oExperience of supervising other staff/students Personal Attributes Essential oDemonstrates a specific interest in the post applied for Demonstrates Trust Values Essential Compassion, Ambition, Respect, Encouragement - Proud to CARE

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chesterfield Royal Hospital

Calow

Chesterfield

S44 5BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.chesterfieldroyal.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chesterfield Royal Hospital

Calow

Chesterfield

S44 5BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.chesterfieldroyal.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)