Job description

Job responsibilities

The role:

As a Specialist Occupational Therapist, you will:

• Deliver safe, innovative, evidence-based OT interventions grounded in neuroplasticity and motor re-learning principles
• Manage and prioritise a complex caseload, acting as a Key Worker for patients to coordinate their rehabilitation journey
• Contribute to diagnosis, problem formulation, and rehabilitation planning as part of an MDT
• Plan and support safe discharges, including prescribing and providing equipment where needed
• Maintain high standards of clinical records and ensure timely, effective communication with patients, families, the MDT, and external agencies
• Supervise junior staff, assistants, and students and contribute to in-service training
• Take part in service developments and may occasionally provide cover at our nearby Chislehurst site

What to look forward to:

• Free lunch when on duty
• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within a neurorehabilitation setting
• Confident managing a complex caseload and delivering patient-centred interventions
• Motivated, collaborative, and committed to delivering meaningful outcomes

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

Blackheath Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre

London

Greater London

SE10 8AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role:

As part of our transition to Active Neuro, the therapy service is evolving into a seven-day model of care to better support the rehabilitation needs of our clients. As a result, occasional pre-arranged weekend working will be required. You will also be expected to work Bank Holidays as required by the service, with enhanced pay provided in line with company policy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert assessment and deliver evidence-based physiotherapy interventions for clients with complex neurological conditions, including traumatic brain injury (TBI), stroke, spinal cord injury, and polytrauma.
• Deliver specialist respiratory and tracheostomy care as part of a holistic, person-centred rehabilitation plan.
• Contribute to the planning and implementation of physiotherapy programmes, supporting functional recovery and person-specific goals.
• Utilise advanced rehabilitation technologies, including Arm Motus M2 Pro, Wrist Motus, Ankle Motus, Kinestica Equio Balance System, and EMG-assisted devices, to enhance patient outcomes.
• Actively participate in service development initiatives, including implementing physiotherapy protocols, contributing to clinical guidelines, and identifying opportunities for quality improvement.
• Provide guidance and support to junior physiotherapy staff and students, sharing knowledge and fostering clinical excellence.
• Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team (MDT), patients, families, and carers to deliver coordinated, person-centred care.
• Maintain accurate clinical records, contribute to audits, and ensure compliance with professional standards and local policies.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Post-qualification experience in neurorehabilitation or complex care (including ABI/TBI).
• Well-developed clinical reasoning skills and a commitment to person-centred practice.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Enthusiasm for developing skills, embracing innovation, and contributing to service improvement.

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration

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

Active Care Group

Address

Hothfield Neurological Rehabilitation Centre

Bethersden Road

Kent

Kent

TN26 1AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our standard working hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. However, we understand the importance of a positive work-life balance, and therefore, if you require some flexibility to better suit your personal or professional needs, we encourage you to discuss this with us, and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences where possible.

• Provide highly specialist OT interventions for a complex caseload in your specialist area
• Keep up to date with new treatment methods and be actively involved in research projects relating to specialist area
• Evaluate effectiveness of service and carry out audits where required
• Liaise effectively with multidisciplinary team colleagues
• Provide support and guidance for junior staff and advice with complex cases where necessary assisting in the treatment of such cases
• Be responsible for department training and contribute to training and development of all staff
• Ensure risk management and safety procedures are in place for the OT Department and adhered to
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with all colleagues, visitors, and carers
• Keeping people safe from any harm and protecting their human rights

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A qualified Occupational Therapist, registered with the Health and Care Professions Council

Experience

Essential

• Experienced in neurological rehabilitation, with confidence managing complex cases
• Comfortable working autonomously and across multiple sites
• Passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care
• Experienced in supervision, mentoring, or supporting less experienced staff
• Motivated to contribute to service development and continuous improvement

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

Active Care Group

Address

15 Selby Close

Chislehurst

BR7 5RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Role:

As part of our transition to Active Neuro, the therapy service is evolving into a seven-day model of care to better support the rehabilitation needs of our clients. As a result, occasional pre-arranged weekend working will be required. You will also be expected to work Bank Holidays as required by the service, with enhanced pay provided in line with company policy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy interventions for individuals with complex neurological needs and spinal injuries.
• Manage a varied caseload, providing specialist OT input tailored to individual goals.
• Keep up to date with current treatment approaches and contribute to service improvement initiatives within your specialist area.
• Support the integration of specialist rehabilitation technologies into everyday practice, aligned with our 24-hour rehabilitation model.
• Participate in audits and assist with monitoring and evaluating service effectiveness.
• Work collaboratively with MDT colleagues to ensure coordinated, person-centred care.
• Provide guidance and support to junior staff when needed, especially in complex cases.
• Follow and promote risk management and safety procedures consistently.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with colleagues, visitors, and carers.
• Contribute to quality improvement projects, outcome measurement, and clinical governance activities.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

*Welcome bonus is paid in two instalments - £2000 upon joining and a further £3000 after probation*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration.

Experience

Essential

• Post-qualification experience in neurorehabilitation or complex care (including ABI/TBI).
• Well-developed clinical reasoning skills and a commitment to person-centred practice.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Enthusiasm for developing skills, embracing innovation, and contributing to service improvement.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

Hunters Moor Neurological Rehabilitation Centre

Birmingham

West Midlands

B28 8SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Role:

This part-time opportunity offers the best of both worlds the chance to use your clinical expertise and make a real difference to the people we support, while having the flexibility to balance your career alongside other commitments.

As part of our transition to Active Neuro, the therapy service is evolving into a seven-day model of care to better support the rehabilitation needs of our clients. As a result, occasional pre-arranged weekend working will be required. You will also be expected to work Bank Holidays as required by the service, with enhanced pay provided in line with company policy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy interventions for individuals with complex neurological needs and spinal injuries.
• Manage a varied caseload, providing specialist OT input tailored to individual goals.
• Keep up to date with current treatment approaches and contribute to service improvement initiatives within your specialist area.
• Support the integration of specialist rehabilitation technologies into everyday practice, aligned with our 24-hour rehabilitation model.
• Participate in audits and assist with monitoring and evaluating service effectiveness.
• Work collaboratively with MDT colleagues to ensure coordinated, person-centred care.
• Provide guidance and support to junior staff when needed, especially in complex cases.
• Follow and promote risk management and safety procedures consistently.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with colleagues, visitors, and carers.
• Contribute to quality improvement projects, outcome measurement, and clinical governance activities.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

*Welcome bonus is paid in two instalments - £2000 upon joining and a further £3000 after probation*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration.

Experience

Essential

• Post-qualification experience in neurorehabilitation or complex care (including ABI/TBI).
• Well-developed clinical reasoning skills and a commitment to person-centred practice.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Enthusiasm for developing skills, embracing innovation, and contributing to service improvement.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

Hunters Moor Neurological Rehabilitation Centre

Birmingham

West Midlands

B28 8SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Role:

As part of our transition to Active Neuro, the therapy service is evolving into a seven-day model of care to better support the rehabilitation needs of our clients. As a result, occasional pre-arranged weekend working will be required. You will also be expected to work Bank Holidays as required by the service, with enhanced pay provided in line with company policy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Physiotherapy team in developing, coordinating, delivering and evaluating the service on an operational day to day basis. This includes both an inpatient and outpatient service.
• Use highly developed clinical reasoning and an evidenced based approach in the advanced assessment and treatment of individuals with a variety of complex neurological presentations.
• Determine a clinical diagnosis and develop a treatment plan with holistic SMART goals alongside the patient and team.
• Demonstrate clinical effectiveness by use of outcomes measures.
• Ensure high standards of professionalism and clinical care through day-to-day management, supervision, training and staff development to ensure staff are working within their competencies.
• Demonstrate excellent organisational skills and a flexible approach to service delivery.
• Demonstrate professional and effective communication with residents, families, MDT (and wider team at Hunters Moor), commissioners and external agencies.
• Work collaboratively with the therapy manager, MDT and service manager to influence development and ensure an excellent quality of care is provided.
• Maintain CPD and development in line with the needs of the service.
• Keep people safe from harm and protect their human rights.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

*Welcome bonus will be paid in two instalments; £2000 upon joining and £3000 following probation*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience working within a neurorehabilitation setting
• Proven experience working with tracheostomy or altered airway patients and delivering high-level chest physiotherapy including complex airway clearance and respiratory management.
• An ability to provide in depth training to the clinical team about neurorehabilitation / respiratory techniques / conditions.
• Demonstrate consistent ability to be empathetic, motivating and reassuring to allow for active participation
• Supervision/line management experience

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

Hunters Moor Neurological Rehabilitation Centre

Birmingham

West Midlands

B28 8SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role:

• Managing and prioritising a clinical caseload of patients with complex communication and/or swallowing needs.
• Completing specialist assessments and developing individualised treatment programmes.
• Delivering evidence-based Speech and Language Therapy interventions.
• Supporting patients to achieve meaningful rehabilitation goals and maximise their independence.
• Contributing to multidisciplinary assessment, goal setting, care planning and reviews.
• Providing specialist advice and training to colleagues, families and carers where appropriate.
• Supporting the assessment and management of dysphagia.
• Maintaining accurate and timely clinical records.
• Contributing to clinical audit, service development and quality improvement.
• Supporting students and junior colleagues where appropriate.
• Working in accordance with professional standards, policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the people we support.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current HCPC registration.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with adults with neurological conditions.
• Experience of assessing and treating communication and/or swallowing difficulties.
• A good understanding of evidence-based approaches to neurorehabilitation.
• Experience managing a clinical caseload and working with a degree of professional autonomy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative approach to multidisciplinary working.
• A commitment to continuing professional development.

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

Active Care Group

Address

Frenchay Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre

Briggs Road

Frenchay

BRISTOL

BS16 2UU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic, professional, and operational leadership for Therapy Services within Active Neuro.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing MDT, fostering clinical excellence, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a specialist clinical caseload (25%), modelling advanced neurorehabilitation practice.
• Oversee pre-admission assessments and rehabilitation pathways, ensuring timely, outcome-focused decision-making.
• Drive a culture that embraces advanced rehabilitation technologies, including robotics, exoskeletons, and anti-gravity treadmills.
• Use outcome data and UKROC reporting to optimise pathways, demonstrate clinical impact, and support service sustainability.
• Work closely with insurers, commissioners, and external stakeholders, providing expert clinical insight.
• Lead on quality, governance, and audit activity, ensuring safety, effectiveness, and patient-centred care.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Allied Health Professional (HCPC) with extensive post-qualification experience.

Experience

Essential

• Advanced clinical expertise in neurological and/or spinal rehabilitation.
• Significant senior leadership experience in a private or insurance-funded rehabilitation service.
• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in assessment, admissions, pathway management, and outcome measurement.
• Passionate about innovation, advanced rehabilitation technologies, and improving patient outcomes.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

Hothfield Neurological Rehabilitation Centre

Hothfield

Kent

TN26 1AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide specialist SLT assessment and treatment for clients with complex neurological needs.
• Devise and implement evidence-led therapy programmes at a specialist level, emphasising multidisciplinary collaboration to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Independently plan and lead communication therapy groups.
• Maintain high standards of clinical care in line with national guidance.
• Undertake key worker duties, ensuring cohesive goal-setting, therapy coordination, and discharge planning.
• Formally supervise less experienced SLTs and assistants in line with ACG policy.
• Take an active role in the induction and training of other members of the interdisciplinary team (IDT).
• Ensure all relevant codes of practice, regulations, and HCPC registration requirements are upheld.
• Contribute to the implementation and review of SLT policy and service development initiatives.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist.

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a neurorehabilitation setting.
• Specialist-level dysphagia competency according to the RCSLT framework.
• Formal supervision/line management experience.
• Strong communication, leadership, and team-working skills.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

Hothfield Neurological Rehabilitation Centre

Hothfield

Kent

TN26 1AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

As part of a new service, you will have the opportunity to influence how occupational therapy is delivered from the beginning. You will contribute to the development of clinical pathways, evidence-based practice and innovative approaches to rehabilitation, including the use of rehabilitation technology, while helping to establish the standards, processes and culture that will underpin the service as it grows.

We are looking for someone who combines strong clinical expertise with clinical leadership and a passion for service development. You will have significant experience within neurological rehabilitation, be confident working autonomously with complex clients and have experience supporting or supervising other clinicians. You will be committed to evidence-based practice, outcome measurement and continuous professional development, with the ability to share your knowledge and positively influence the wider team.

You will also be someone who thrives in a new and developing environment. The ability to work collaboratively, identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to the development of new ways of working will be important, as will your commitment to creating a high-quality experience for clients, their families and the wider multidisciplinary team.

For the right person, this is an opportunity to have a genuine impact: to help establish a new occupational therapy service, shape its clinical approach and culture, and contribute to the development of Active Neuro Manchester as a leading specialist rehabilitation provider in the region.

If you are an ambitious and experienced Occupational Therapist who is excited by the opportunity to help create, develop and lead something new, we would love to hear from you.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration experience in neurological rehabilitation, ideally working with clients with complex neurological conditions, spinal injuries and/or polytrauma.
• Demonstrable experience of clinical leadership, supervision or mentoring of Occupational Therapists and/or support staff.
• Experience managing a complex clinical caseload and working autonomously within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong knowledge and application of evidence-based neurological rehabilitation, including assessment, treatment planning, goal setting and outcome measurement.
• Experience contributing to service development, quality improvement or the implementation of new clinical pathways/practices.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with clients, families and the wider MDT.
• A genuine interest in developing a new service and establishing high standards of clinical practice from the outset.

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist with relevant professional qualifications.

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

Active Care Group

Address

Wythenshawe

Manchester

M22 0RR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

As part of a new service, you will have the opportunity to influence how physiotherapy is delivered from the beginning. You will contribute to the development of clinical pathways, evidence-based practice and innovative approaches to rehabilitation, including the use of rehabilitation technology, while helping to establish the standards, processes and culture that will underpin the service as it grows.

We are looking for someone who combines strong clinical expertise with clinical leadership and a passion for service development. You will have significant experience within neurological rehabilitation, be confident working autonomously with complex clients and have experience supporting or supervising other clinicians. You will be committed to evidence-based practice, outcome measurement and continuous professional development, with the ability to share your knowledge and positively influence the wider team.

You will also be someone who thrives in a new and developing environment. The ability to work collaboratively, identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to new ways of working will be important, as will your commitment to creating a high-quality experience for clients, their families and the wider multidisciplinary team.

For the right person, this is an opportunity to have a genuine impact: to help establish a new physiotherapy service, shape its clinical approach and culture, and contribute to the development of Active Neuro Manchester as a leading specialist rehabilitation provider in the region.

If you are an ambitious and experienced Physiotherapist who is excited by the opportunity to help create, develop and lead something new, we would love to hear from you.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration experience in neurological rehabilitation, ideally working with clients with complex neurological conditions, spinal injuries and/or polytrauma.
• Demonstrable experience of clinical leadership, supervision or mentoring of Occupational Therapists and/or support staff.
• Experience managing a complex clinical caseload and working autonomously within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong knowledge and application of evidence-based neurological rehabilitation, including assessment, treatment planning, goal setting and outcome measurement.
• Experience contributing to service development, quality improvement or the implementation of new clinical pathways/practices.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with clients, families and the wider MDT.
• A genuine interest in developing a new service and establishing high standards of clinical practice from the outset.

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registered Physiotherapist.

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

Active Care Group

Address

Wythenshawe

Manchester

M22 0RR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive assessment, advice, and treatment of clients following life changing catastrophic injury
• Manage own caseload working as an autonomous practitioner
• Provide Physiotherapist as part of the multidisciplinary team, and be involved in interdisciplinary team service developments, meetings and audit as appropriate
• Demonstrate empathy with distressed clients, carers/ families and colleagues, ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where barriers to understanding exist
• Undertake continuous professional development and invest in the team by promoting excellent skills and embedding innovation
• Write reports in a range of styles as well as keeping up to date with clinical record keeping
• Keep an overview of treatment programmes to ensure they are aligned with clinical recommendations and the rehabilitation package commissioned for each client

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Relevant post-registration clinical experience
• Experience assessing and treating patients/clients with neurological conditions
• Experience managing an autonomous clinical caseload
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning and rehabilitation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate with clients, families and carers
• Ability to demonstrate empathy and provide person-centred care
• Good clinical documentation and report-writing skills
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuing professional development
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registered Physiotherapist.

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

Active Care Group

Address

Wythenshawe

Manchester

M22 0RR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role:

As part of our transition to Active Neuro, the therapy service is evolving into a seven-day model of care to better support the rehabilitation needs of our clients. As a result, occasional pre-arranged weekend working will be required. You will also be expected to work Bank Holidays as required by the service, with enhanced pay provided in line with company policy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic and clinical leadership to the Occupational Therapy team.
• Deliver expert, evidence-based assessment and intervention for individuals with complex neurological needs.
• Take a key role in shaping service development, clinical pathways, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support the professional development of the OT team through supervision, training, and mentorship.
• Work collaboratively within the MDT to ensure a consistent, person-centred, and outcome-driven rehabilitation journey.
• Champion the use of advanced rehabilitation technologies as part of our 24-hour therapy model.
• Keep people safe from harm and protect their human rights.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Confident in clinical decision-making and managing complex patient needs.
• Strong leadership capabilities with a passion for developing others.
• Technologically minded with a drive for innovation and service improvement.
• Excellent communicator and team collaborator with a patient-first approach.

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Significant post-registration experience in neurorehabilitation or complex care (including ABI/TBI)
• Demonstrable leadership ability and experience of managing or supervising therapy teams
• Advanced clinical reasoning and confident decision-making in complex neurorehabilitation cases
• A passion for service development, innovation, and delivering measurable patient outcomes

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

Active Care Group

Address

Hothfield Neurological Rehabilitation Centre

Bethersden Road

Ashford

Kent

TN26 1AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Role:

This part-time opportunity offers the best of both worlds the chance to use your clinical expertise and make a real difference to the people we support, while having the flexibility to balance your career alongside other commitments.

As part of our transition to Active Neuro, the therapy service is evolving into a seven-day model of care to better support the rehabilitation needs of our clients. As a result, occasional pre-arranged weekend working will be required. You will also be expected to work Bank Holidays as required by the service, with enhanced pay provided in line with company policy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy interventions for individuals with complex neurological needs and spinal injuries.
• Manage a varied caseload, providing specialist OT input tailored to individual goals.
• Keep up to date with current treatment approaches and contribute to service improvement initiatives within your specialist area.
• Support the integration of specialist rehabilitation technologies into everyday practice, aligned with our 24-hour rehabilitation model.
• Participate in audits and assist with monitoring and evaluating service effectiveness.
• Work collaboratively with MDT colleagues to ensure coordinated, person-centred care.
• Provide guidance and support to junior staff when needed, especially in complex cases.
• Follow and promote risk management and safety procedures consistently.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with colleagues, visitors, and carers.
• Contribute to quality improvement projects, outcome measurement, and clinical governance activities.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

*Welcome bonus is paid in two instalments - £2000 upon joining and a further £3000 after probation*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration.

Experience

Essential

• Post-qualification experience in neurorehabilitation or complex care (including ABI/TBI).
• Well-developed clinical reasoning skills and a commitment to person-centred practice.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Enthusiasm for developing skills, embracing innovation, and contributing to service improvement.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

Hunters Moor Neurological Rehabilitation Centre

Birmingham

West Midlands

B28 8SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Blackheath Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre comprises two units. The Thames Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit (21 beds), is an NHSE-funded Level 1C neuro-behavioural unit for patients with complex cognitive and/or behavioural rehabilitation needs due to acquired brain injury or neurological disease. The Heathside Neuro-disability Unit (18 beds), is an NHSE-funded Level 2A unit for patients requiring complex physical neuro-rehabilitation.

The site is part of the wider Active Care Group Neuro Network (consisting of 25+ sites) nationally. Blackheath was recently rated as GOOD by the CQC.

This is a unique opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to work in a Level 1c specialist neuro-rehabilitation service. The post-holder would be based mainly on the Thames Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit, alongside the Consultant Neuropsychiatrist and another experienced Speciality Doctor. There is cross-cover with the Specialty Doctor on HNDU. Patients are referred mainly by London Major Trauma centres and central teaching hospitals, which affords the opportunity to gain invaluable experience in the assessment and management of complex and uncommon neuropsychiatric conditions. We have links with UCLH and Kings College London and involvement in clinical research is encouraged. There are no on-call commitments.

Where you'll be working:

This position is 0.7 WTE / 3 days per week

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous inpatient experience within acute, rehabilitation or psychiatric settings (Required)

Desirable

• Evidenced based practice

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC Registered with licence to practice (Required)

Desirable

• MRCP or MRCPsych (desirable, but we will support those working towards that qualification)

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

Active Care Group

Address

Blackheath Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre

80-82 Blackheath Hill

Blackheath

London

SE10 8AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Role:

As part of our transition to Active Neuro, the therapy service is evolving into a seven-day model of care to better support the rehabilitation needs of our clients. As a result, occasional pre-arranged weekend working will be required. You will also be expected to work Bank Holidays as required by the service, with enhanced pay provided in line with company policy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy interventions for individuals with complex neurological needs and spinal injuries.
• Manage a varied caseload, providing specialist OT input tailored to individual goals.
• Keep up to date with current treatment approaches and contribute to service improvement initiatives within your specialist area.
• Support the integration of specialist rehabilitation technologies into everyday practice, aligned with our 24-hour rehabilitation model.
• Participate in audits and assist with monitoring and evaluating service effectiveness.
• Work collaboratively with MDT colleagues to ensure coordinated, person-centred care.
• Provide guidance and support to junior staff when needed, especially in complex cases.
• Follow and promote risk management and safety procedures consistently.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with colleagues, visitors, and carers.
• Contribute to quality improvement projects, outcome measurement, and clinical governance activities.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

*Welcome bonus is paid in two instalments - £2000 upon joining and a further £3000 after probation*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration.

Experience

Essential

• Post-qualification experience in neurorehabilitation or complex care (including ABI/TBI).
• Well-developed clinical reasoning skills and a commitment to person-centred practice.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Enthusiasm for developing skills, embracing innovation, and contributing to service improvement.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

Hunters Moor Neurological Rehabilitation Centre

Birmingham

West Midlands

B28 8SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

We work with clients with a wide range of neurological conditions to include:

• Acquired brain injury
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Stroke
• Neurological Degenerative conditions such as MND and MS
• Polytrauma clients to include orthopaedic injuries
• Upper and lower limb amputees

The Role:

Our standard working hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. However, we understand the importance of a positive work-life balance, and therefore, if you require some flexibility to better suit your personal or professional needs, we encourage you to discuss this with us, and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences where possible.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive assessment, advice, and treatment of clients following life changing catastrophic injury
• Manage own caseload working as an autonomous practitioner
• Provide Physiotherapist as part of the multidisciplinary team, and be involved in interdisciplinary team service developments, meetings and audit as appropriate
• Demonstrate empathy with distressed clients, carers/ families and colleagues, ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where barriers to understanding exist
• Undertake continuous professional development and invest in the team by promoting excellent skills and embedding innovation
• Write reports in a range of styles as well as keeping up to date with clinical record keeping
• Keep an overview of treatment programmes to ensure they are aligned with clinical recommendations and the rehabilitation package commissioned for each client

The full job description and personal specification is attached

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A Nest Personal Pension account
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please see attached person specification

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

Active Care Group

Address

2 Earls Court

Fifth Avenue

Team Valley

Gateshead

NE11 0HF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)