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Rotational Occupational Therapy
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 5
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
848-BHC-300-26
Employer
Bromley Healthcare
Employer type
NHS
Site
Central Court
Town
Orpington
Salary
£36,943 - £44,900 incl HCAS per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
08/11/2026 23:59

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Band 5 Rotational Occupational Therapist

NHS AfC: Band 5

 

Bromley Healthcare, a community interest company, delivers a diverse range of services encompassing community nursing (e.g., district nursing, health visiting, specialist nursing) and therapy services catering to individuals across all age groups. Stemming from the community provider unit of NHS Bromley, we boast extensive experience in serving the Bromley populace over many years.

Working at Bromley Healthcare offers a fulfilling experience. Our distinctive service delivery approach and commitment to hearing every employee's voice ensure a gratifying career journey. As a Social Enterprise, we embrace an innovative approach to healthcare delivery, combining the traditional strengths of the NHS, such as robust training and development opportunities, with the flexibility to reinvest surpluses into community initiatives.

Employees of Bromley Healthcare whose role maybe at risk will receive priority consideration.

Applicants for roles involving driving responsibilities will be required to provide proof of business insurance.

Bromley Healthcare recognises the use of AI but job applicants are advised to ensure their applications are reflective of their skills, knowledge and experience. Where AI has been used in the job application this will need to be declared by the applicant explaining the type of AI used and its purpose, please use the supporting statement section to specify your use of AI.

Job overview

Band 5 Rotational Occupational Therapist

£34,521 - £41,956 incl HCAS per annum pro rata

Full time - 37.5 hours per week

Exciting Opportunity for a Band 5 Rotational Occupational Therapist!

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist eager to expand your expertise across diverse rehabilitation settings? Join our dynamic Adult Occupational Therapy Rotational Programme and develop specialist skills while gaining invaluable hands-on experience in rehabilitation services!

Why Join Us?

•    Diverse Experience – Rotate every six months across different services, enhancing your clinical expertise and completing key competencies. 
•    Supportive Team – Work within a multi-disciplinary environment, with dedicated guidance and mentorship from senior colleagues. 
•    Career Development – Benefit from our established preceptorship programme, regular supervision, and tiered CPD opportunities to build specialist skills and stay updated on best practices and research initiatives. 
•    Make a Difference – Empower service users to regain independence, improve quality of life, and contribute to service development and quality improvement projects.

This is more than just a job - it’s an opportunity to grow, innovate and make a meaningful impact in patient care whilst taking your Occupational Therapy career to the next level!

Due to the community nature of this role, being a car driver is essential.

Proposed interview week commencing 16th November 2026

Main duties of the job

The Rotational Occupational Therapist will work autonomously, providing high quality, evidence based Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions for Bromley Healthcare patients, including those referred with complex multiple pathologies, social and care needs. The role provides breadth of experience across Bromley Healthcare’s North and South Community Health Locality Teams (CHLTs) and Borough Wide Services. The post requires flexibility to respond to changing patient, team and service priorities. 

As a vital element of our community healthcare provision, the Rotational Occupational Therapist will work with patients in their own homes or care settings, inpatient bed-based rehabilitation and possibly virtually, as the service continues to develop. The postholder may deliver both individual and group interventions. Rotations will occur every six months although this may vary according to service needs and individual development requirements. Additional rotations may be introduced, as the role and service develops. 

The Rotational Occupational Therapist will contribute to audit and evaluation, as well as using their knowledge, research and CPD to contribute to ongoing service development. In addition, the postholder will be a valuable source of advice, guidance and education for patients, students, colleagues and other stakeholders 

Working for our organisation

Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups.

Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point.

We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle-to-work scheme,  access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

 

1. Conduct autonomous assessments using the Occupational Therapy Process and develop evidence-based intervention plans.  

  1. Work autonomously in community settings, assessing and managing risk.  

  1. Review and adapt treatment plans to ensure effective progress and facilitate safe discharge planning. 

  1. Manage clinical risk, ensuring safe, appropriate and timely interventions.  

  1. Prescribe, deliver, fit, and adjust equipment and minor or major adaptations to enhance independence and safety.  

  1. Complete screening of acute or chronic cognitive impairments under supervision, develop a treatment plan and escalate concerns as appropriate. 

  1. Complete seating assessments under supervision and prescribe appropriate measures.  

  1. Engage and motivate service users, families, and carers in rehabilitation. 

  1. Manage emotionally challenging situations with empathy and professionalism.  

  1. Maintain accurate legal and professional documentation in line with HCPC and Bromley Healthcare standards. 

  1. Work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, representing the Occupational Therapy perspective.  

  1. Build strong relationships with health, social care, private, and voluntary sector professionals.  

  1. Communicate effectively with referrers and stakeholders, ensuring clear care coordination and advocating for the patient, to ensure that delivery of care is patient orientated and meets local and national standards. 

  1. Support and supervise rehab assistants and therapy students, delegating appropriately.  

  1. Actively participate in team meetings and service development initiatives. 

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
Desirable criteria
  • Post-Graduate Msc in relevant field.

Registration

Essential criteria
  • HCPC registration
Desirable criteria
  • Member of RCOT

Information Technology

Essential criteria
  • Proficient using Microsoft 365
Desirable criteria
  • Knowledge of iRIS5

Training

Essential criteria
  • Evidence of CPD
Desirable criteria
  • Practice Educator Training

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience of a broad range of clinical settings, either as a practitioner or as a student on placement
  • Experience of working as part of a multi/inter disciplinary team
Desirable criteria
  • Experience of working within the NHS as assistant or Occupational Therapist.
  • Experience of managing own caseload
  • Experience of working with therapy assistants and/or students
  • Experience of prescribing and ordering appropriate equipment

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Knowledge of relevant professional guidelines and current research
  • Sound understanding of, and ability to comply with, moving and handling guidelines for clients and equipment
  • Thorough understanding of clinical governance, risk assessment and safeguarding
  • Good time management, prioritisation and organisational skills
Desirable criteria
  • Interest in service development

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Maria Torralba-Lucas
Job title
Adult Integrated Therapy Service Lead
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0203 003 1216
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