Occupational Therapist Jobs

Senior Occupational Therapist – Neurological Complex Care Location: Hertfordshire Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-Time Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join a multidisciplinary team providing care for individuals with neurological conditions. This role focuses on rehabilitation, condition management, and supporting patients to maximise independence and quality of life. Key Responsibilities: Conduct assessments and develop individualised intervention plans for patients with neurological conditions Work collaboratively with patients, carers, and the multidisciplinary team to set realistic goals and monitor progress Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy interventions to promote functional recovery and independence Maintain accurate records and contribute to care reviews and service development Requirements: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist Experience in neurological rehabilitation and complex care Strong communication, teamwork, and clinical reasoning skills Why Join Our Client? Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives Supportive and multidisciplinary working environment Professional development opportunities

Band 6/7 Occupational Therapist – Neuro Location: Middlesex Contract: 12 weeks Hours: 37.5 hours per week Start Date: ASAP Our client is seeking an experienced Band 6/7 Neuro Occupational Therapist for a 12-week locum assignment. The role involves working with patients with neurological conditions, delivering assessments, interventions, and supporting functional recovery. Key Responsibilities: Conduct assessments and develop individualised occupational therapy plans for patients with neurological conditions Deliver therapeutic interventions to support recovery and independence Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation Requirements: HCPC registered Occupational Therapist Experience in neuro rehabilitation at Band 6/7 level Strong communication and teamwork skills

Locum Occupational Therapist Division: Medicine & Urgent Care – Therapies Contract: Locum Setting: Acute / Specialist Hospital Services Our client is seeking an experienced Locum Advanced Occupational Therapist to join their Medicine & Urgent Care Therapies team. This is an autonomous, senior clinical role within a specialist area, supporting the delivery of high-quality care to complex and acutely unwell patients. The Role: Provide advanced occupational therapy assessment and intervention to patients with complex needs, including neurological, respiratory, cognitive, and multi-pathology presentations Work autonomously while leading and supporting clinical activity within your specialist area Actively contribute to multidisciplinary working, ward rounds, and discharge planning Support service delivery using a continuous improvement approach Provide specialist advice, supervision, and training to therapy staff Requirements: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist Significant experience working at an advanced level in acute hospital settings Strong MDT working, clinical reasoning, and leadership skills Ability to manage complex caseloads independently Why Apply? Senior locum opportunity within a busy acute service Opportunity to work with complex and critically ill patients Supportive MDT and well-established therapy service

Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Community Location: Sussex Contract: Temporary Our client is seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join their Unplanned Care Team in Sussex. This role involves providing rapid response and intervention to prevent hospital admissions and support timely discharges, working closely with patients in acute and community settings. Key Responsibilities: Deliver occupational therapy interventions within an unplanned care service , focusing on admission avoidance and discharge facilitation. Complete functional assessments and provide equipment recommendations to promote independence. Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure patient-centered care. Respond promptly to urgent referrals and manage a varied caseload effectively. Requirements: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Experience in acute or community settings , ideally within unplanned care or rapid response services. Strong understanding of discharge pathways and admission avoidance strategies. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. A valid driving licence and access to a car (essential for community visits). Why Join Our Client? Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, responsive service making a real impact on patient outcomes. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Competitive rates and flexible working arrangements.

Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Adults Services Location: Leeds Contract: Temporary (Minimum 3 months) Hours: Full-time (Monday to Friday) – Part-time may be considered for the right applicant Our client is seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join their team in Leeds. This role involves working with adult patients across a wide range of clinical areas , providing specialist occupational therapy interventions and supporting independence. Key Responsibilities: Deliver occupational therapy interventions for adults, covering: Older people, frailty, falls, dementia MSK and Neuro (including Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis) Medical and orthopaedic conditions Independently hold, prioritize, and manage a caseload. Provide long-arm advice and supervision where required. Apply knowledge of Mental Capacity Act (MCA) and support patients making unwise decisions. Assess and recommend equipment provision, aids, and adaptations . Liaise with the multidisciplinary team to ensure patient-centered care. Requirements: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Broad clinical experience working with adults across multiple specialties. Awareness/experience of MCA and decision-making processes. Basic knowledge of equipment provision and adaptations. Car driver with access to own vehicle and business insurance (essential for commuting across hub areas). Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload. Why Join Our Client? Supportive team environment with long-arm supervision available. Opportunity to work across diverse clinical areas and make a real impact. Flexible working arrangements (full-time or part-time considered). Competitive rates and minimum 3-month contract.

Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Community Services Location: Bristol Contract: Temporary Hours: 4-5 days per week totaling 37.5 hours Our client is seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join their team in Bristol. This role involves working across acute and community settings, supporting patients with complex needs and ensuring safe, timely discharges. Key Responsibilities: Support discharge planning , prevent admissions, and manage frailty cases. Provide interventions for patients with falls risk, neuro, and orthopaedic needs . Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care. Promote independence and functional recovery through evidence-based practice. Requirements: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Proven experience in acute and/or community settings. Valid driving licence and access to a car (essential for community work). Strong understanding of discharge pathways and admission avoidance. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Why Join Our Client? Opportunity to work across diverse clinical areas including frailty, falls, neuro, and orthopaedics. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Competitive rates and flexible working arrangements.

Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Community CAMHS Eating Disorder Service Location: Hampshire Contract: Temporary Hours: 22 hours per week (Wednesday – Friday) Our client is seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join their Community CAMHS Eating Disorder Service in Hampshire. This role involves working with young people and families, providing specialist occupational therapy interventions to support recovery and improve quality of life. Key Responsibilities: Deliver occupational therapy interventions for young people with eating disorders, including ARFID. Work collaboratively with families and the multidisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans. Support engagement in meaningful activities and promote functional recovery. Contribute to service development and best practice within CAMHS. Requirements: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Experience working with young people and families . Previous experience in eating disorders and/or ARFID is highly desirable. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Why Join Our Client? Opportunity to work within a specialist CAMHS service. Make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people and their families. Flexible part-time hours (Wednesday – Friday).

Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Acute Location: Shropshire Contract: Temporary Our client is seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join their team in Shropshire. This role involves working within an acute inpatient setting , specifically across medicine, endocrine, respiratory, and renal wards , supporting patients through their recovery and ensuring safe, timely discharges. Key Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality occupational therapy interventions across acute medical wards. Support discharge planning and ensure effective pathways for patient transitions. Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to provide patient-centered care. Promote independence and functional recovery for patients with complex medical needs. Requirements: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Proven experience in acute inpatient care , ideally across medicine, endocrine, respiratory, and renal specialties. Strong understanding of discharge pathways and admission avoidance. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Why Join Our Client? Supportive and collaborative team environment. Opportunity to work across varied acute medical specialties. Competitive rates and flexible working arrangements.

Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Acute Inpatient Services Location: Lancaster Contract: Temporary Our client is seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join their team in Lancaster. This role involves working within an acute inpatient setting , supporting patients through their recovery and ensuring safe, timely discharges. Key Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality occupational therapy interventions within an acute inpatient environment. Support discharge planning and ensure effective pathways for patient transitions. Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to provide patient-centered care. Promote independence and functional recovery for patients. Requirements: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Proven experience in acute inpatient care . Strong understanding of discharge pathways and admission avoidance. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Why Join Our Client? Supportive and collaborative team environment. Opportunity to make a real impact on patient care. Competitive rates and flexible working arrangements.

and 6 Occupational Therapist – Medical Wards Location: Dartford Contract: Temporary Hours: Monday to Friday 37.5 (Part time may be available) Our client is looking to source an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join their team as soon as possible. This role will involve working across medical wards , providing essential occupational therapy support to patients and contributing to their recovery and discharge planning. Key Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality occupational therapy interventions on medical wards. Support patients with functional assessments and rehabilitation. Assist with discharge planning and liaise with the multidisciplinary team. Ensure patient-centered care and promote independence. Requirements: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Previous experience working on medical wards or transferable experience Strong communication and teamwork skills. Why Join Our Client? Supportive and collaborative team environment. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care. Competitive rates and flexible working arrangements.

Role: Occupational Therapist Banding: Band 5/6 Location: East London Job Type: Full Time or Part-time, Permanent Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum The AHP team at Pulse is seeking a dedicated Band 5/6 Audiologist in London. Join our Children's Social Care Occupational Therapy Team within the Children with Disabilities Service, which has been rated Outstanding by OFSTED for the second time. Our team manages a caseload of children with Autism, learning disabilities, and a wide variety of physical needs. We work directly in children's homes to provide interventions and support, aiming to improve their ability to engage in social activities and develop skills for independence and optimal function. Additionally, we provide training and advice to parents and carers, equipping them with the tools to support each child's individual needs through an inclusive and functional approach to learning. Your main responsibilities as an Occupational Therapist: You will provide an effective and efficient Occupational Therapy service to children with various presentations within their homes. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate interventions in family homes. You will support and carry out therapy sessions, including individual and group work. You will collaborate with social care, healthcare, and SEN staff to model good practice and establish support programs. You will complete administrative duties such as data input, record keeping, and managing the OT email inbox. What we are looking for in an Occupational Therapist: Is a qualified Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to demonstrate empathy with pupils and their families. Ability to manage own time and caseload, prioritising tasks with support. Excellent reflection skills. Experience working with pupils aged 7-18 with Occupational Therapy needs. Knowledge of Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ASD, ADHD, and associated conditions. Experience in clinical assessment, planning, and

Band 6 Locum Occupational Therapist – Older Adult Mental Health Location: Leeds Contract: Locum Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday (May be available to part time candidates) Duration: 3 Months Start Date: ASAP (subject to pre-employment compliance checks) Our client is seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join their dedicated multidisciplinary team on an all-female assessment and admission ward for adults aged 65 and over experiencing acute mental health difficulties. This is an excellent opportunity to work within an inpatient mental health setting, supporting older adults through assessment, recovery, and discharge planning while promoting independence, wellbeing, and meaningful engagement in daily activities. Key Responsibilities Deliver high-quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions within an acute older adult mental health inpatient service. Assess functional abilities, cognition, mood, and occupational performance to inform treatment planning. Develop and implement person-centred care plans that promote recovery and independence. Facilitate therapeutic activities and interventions for individuals and groups. Support discharge planning and contribute to safe and effective transitions of care. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including nursing staff, psychologists, psychiatrists, and social care professionals. Complete risk assessments and manage clinical risks appropriately. Maintain accurate clinical records and provide comprehensive reports where required. Enable patients to maximise their independence and quality of life through meaningful occupation. Requirements HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Previous experience working as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist or equivalent. Experience within mental health services Strong assessment, clinical reasoning, and care planning skills. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Excellent communication an

Sessional Paediatric Occupational Therapist Location: Central London/East London/Essex Contract: Locum Hours: 1 day per week Our client is seeking a Paediatric Occupational Therapist to provide specialist OT support schools for vulnerable students who are struggling in mainstream education. Key Responsibilities: Deliver occupational therapy interventions tailored to the needs of students. Support students with sensory, fine motor, and functional skills to enhance participation in school activities. Liaise with teachers and staff to embed OT strategies within the classroom environment. Provide advice and guidance to staff and parents where appropriate. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reports. Requirements: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Experience working with children and young people in educational or paediatric settings. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. Why Join Our Client? Flexible, sessional role ideal for therapists seeking part-time work. Opportunity to make a real difference in a specialist educational setting. Competitive sessional rates.

Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist – Learning Disability Services (Paediatrics & Adults) Location: Regional role – West Midlands & South Midlands Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Hybrid (30% home-based / 70% community-based) Our client is seeking an experienced Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist to join their Learning Disability Services team in a regional role covering the West Midlands and South Midlands. This is an exciting opportunity for an OT who is passionate about delivering high-quality, specialist interventions across both children’s and adult services. This home-based hybrid role offers a balance of remote working and community visits, supporting individuals in a range of settings while maintaining flexibility and autonomy. The Role You will work across learning disability services, supporting both children and adults with complex needs. The role involves specialist assessment and intervention, close multidisciplinary collaboration, and a strong focus on sensory integration and functional outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Deliver highly specialist occupational therapy assessments and interventions across learning disability services Work with both children and adults, providing tailored, person-centred support Undertake sensory integration assessments and develop specialist intervention programmes Provide advice, training, and support to families, carers, and professionals Work autonomously across a regional patch, managing your own diary and caseload Travel across the West Midlands and South Midlands as part of the role Requirements: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist Essential experience working in paediatrics Sensory Integration (SI) trained – essential Experience working within learning disability services Full UK driving licence Salary & Benefits: Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 per annum Car allowance: £3,500 per annum Company pension scheme 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical insurance Hybrid work

Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Community Rehabilitation Location: Luton Contract: Temporary Our client is seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join their Community Rehabilitation Team in Luton. This service provides assessments and rehabilitation either at home or within a dedicated 20-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility, supporting patients to regain independence after illness or injury. About the Service: The team includes occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech & language therapists, clinical psychologists, and stroke coordinators , working collaboratively with patients, families, and carers. They also liaise with community services such as district nursing and social care, ensuring holistic care and timely referrals. Key Responsibilities: Provide occupational therapy assessments and rehabilitation in patients’ homes or inpatient rehabilitation beds. Support recovery for a range of conditions, including stroke, acquired brain injury (ABI), and complex medical needs . Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and community services to deliver patient-centered care. Contribute to services such as: Community Rehabilitation Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Case Management Stroke Early Supported Discharge (ESD) Wheelchair assessment and provision Inpatient Rehabilitation Requirements: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Experience in community rehabilitation and/or inpatient rehab settings. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload. A valid driving licence and access to a car (essential for community visits). Why Join Our Client? Work within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team. Opportunity to make a real impact on patient recovery and independence. Competitive rates and flexible working arrangements.