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Occupational Therapist
Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 9 day(s) ago
Reference: 2387038
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to work within a dynamic, innovative, and friendly team within Wirral Community NHS Foundation Trust's Community Response Division, as a Band 5 Occupational Therapist.
You will be expected to be part of the weekend rota to cover service need.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Occupational Therapist to join our busy, pro-active, integrated services based within our |Community Response Directorate.
The role will involve completing comprehensive assessments for patients with a wide variety of both physical and mental health conditions as well as complex social issues, implementing treatment plans and collaborative working with MDTs. You will be expected to liaise and refer into wider health, social care and voluntary agencies, when appropriate, to ensure best possible outcomes are achieved for patients, their Carers and families.
You need to have a good understanding of risk management and moving and handling. Excellent communication skills and an ability to prioritise a large caseload of complex patients are essential. You will need good time management skills. This post would suit an Occupational Therapist wishing to develop their skills and knowledge in a supportive environment. The post holder will be expected to contribute to service improvement initiatives and actively participate in continuous professional development activities. There will be the opportunity for supervision and to attend in-service training and professional development.
About us
Please see the job description and personal specification for application requirements. Applicants are requested to provide the required information outlined in these documents in their application to demonstrate their suitability for the post
Details
Date posted
06 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
844-8288676
Job locations
St Catherine's Health Centre
Derby Road
Birkenhead
CH42 0LQ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Current HCPC registration with the relevant, therapy qualification is essential to this post. Travel is an essential part of this role and therefore access to a car for work purposes is essential. Appointment to the post will be subject to successful interview, references, DBS clearance and Occupational Health checks.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Current HCPC registration with the relevant, therapy qualification is essential to this post. Travel is an essential part of this role and therefore access to a car for work purposes is essential. Appointment to the post will be subject to successful interview, references, DBS clearance and Occupational Health checks.
Person Specification
Qualifications and professional training
Essential
- Occupational Therapy degree or equivalent qualification
- Registered with the Health Professions Council (HPC) as an Occupational Therapist
Experience and knowledge
Desirable
- Experience of working in a rehabilitation setting
- Demonstrate an understanding of the clinical governance agenda
Sills and Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to manage own time and determine priorities
- Highly developed organisational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to unpredictable caseloads
- Computer literate
Desirable
- Ability to manage, supervise and motivate staff.
Personal qualities
Essential
- Punctuality
- Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner
- Ability to empathise with others
- Flexibility to work over 7 days
Person Specification
Qualifications and professional training
Essential
- Occupational Therapy degree or equivalent qualification
- Registered with the Health Professions Council (HPC) as an Occupational Therapist
Experience and knowledge
Desirable
- Experience of working in a rehabilitation setting
- Demonstrate an understanding of the clinical governance agenda
Sills and Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to manage own time and determine priorities
- Highly developed organisational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to unpredictable caseloads
- Computer literate
Desirable
- Ability to manage, supervise and motivate staff.
Personal qualities
Essential
- Punctuality
- Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner
- Ability to empathise with others
- Flexibility to work over 7 days
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.
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.
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
Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Catherine's Health Centre
Derby Road
Birkenhead
CH42 0LQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.wchc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Catherine's Health Centre
Derby Road
Birkenhead
CH42 0LQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.wchc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)