Job Description

Band 6 Senior Occupational Therapist based on Specialist Neuro Rehab Unit at the LGH 0.6 WTE
A rare opportunity has arisen to join the therapy team on the Level 2a NHSE Specialist Neuro Rehabilitation unit at the Leicester General Hospital.
This post is a static post (0.6 WTE) based with the therapy team on the unit working closely with the wider specialist MDT. This Occupational Therapist will assess and treat patients with complex neurology conditions and provide standardised assessments, outcome measures along with cognitive rehabilitation and functional assessments. The role requires skills and experience in Neurology, rehabilitation and complex discharge planning.
Main duties of the job
Neurology
To work with the Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist to ensure the delivery of Occupational Therapy in the Neurology Team in an efficient and effective way within a fast and pressurised environment.
Occupational Therapy provides key therapeutic assessments and interventions to patients in order to promote independence and facilitate optimum function for individuals working with patients, families and carers and the multi-disciplinary to achieve agreed outcomes for patients.
To increase and consolidate existing clinical knowledge in a specific clinical setting
To develop basic managerial and supervisory skills
To carry a clinical caseload and work to Service priorities.
To work with patients, carers and their families in a sensitive and professional manner
To work with those who may have complex needs including physical, psychological and communication difficulties.
Provide Occupational Therapy interventions to patients in ward based setting, including Specialist Neuro Rehabilitation Unit, Brain Injury and Acute Neurology areas.
To provide key therapeutic assessments and interventions to patients in order to promote independence and facilitate optimum function for individuals; working with patients, families and carers and the multi-disciplinary team to achieve agreed outcomes for patients.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Details
Date posted
17 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
38,682 to 46,580 a year Pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
358-7378535-CSI
Job locations
Leicester General Hospital
Gwendolen Road, Leicester, LE5 4PW
Leicester
LE5 4PW
Job description
Job responsibilities
To facilitate annual appraisal and personal development planning for members of the Occupational Therapy Team.
To supervise members of the Occupational Therapy Team providing professional guidance and advice.
To actively participate in the education and training of Occupational Therapy staff as appropriate including leading on specific mandatory training initiatives e.g. manual handling, infection control, child protection, health and safety and topics related to your clinical area.
As Practice Placement Educators to deliver pre-registration training to Occupational Therapy students within the clinical setting. To participate in the training of students and staff from other professions as appropriate
To be responsible for the advancement of personal skills and knowledge in a clinical and managerial context and to attend post registration training in order to maintain own and others CPD.
To participate in recruitment and retention of Occupational Therapy staff as necessary.
To participate in the induction of Occupational Therapy Staff
Deliver education and training to Occupational Therapy staff as part of Team Development training and/or cascading of information following training received.
Undertake appropriate training and development to maintain high quality of service including Team Development training
To participate in post-graduate training as appropriate
To actively participate in the training of students and staff from other professions.
Take responsibility for maintaining up to date Mandatory training
To participate in research and development projects as opportunities arise.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To facilitate annual appraisal and personal development planning for members of the Occupational Therapy Team.
To supervise members of the Occupational Therapy Team providing professional guidance and advice.
To actively participate in the education and training of Occupational Therapy staff as appropriate including leading on specific mandatory training initiatives e.g. manual handling, infection control, child protection, health and safety and topics related to your clinical area.
As Practice Placement Educators to deliver pre-registration training to Occupational Therapy students within the clinical setting. To participate in the training of students and staff from other professions as appropriate
To be responsible for the advancement of personal skills and knowledge in a clinical and managerial context and to attend post registration training in order to maintain own and others CPD.
To participate in recruitment and retention of Occupational Therapy staff as necessary.
To participate in the induction of Occupational Therapy Staff
Deliver education and training to Occupational Therapy staff as part of Team Development training and/or cascading of information following training received.
Undertake appropriate training and development to maintain high quality of service including Team Development training
To participate in post-graduate training as appropriate
To actively participate in the training of students and staff from other professions.
Take responsibility for maintaining up to date Mandatory training
To participate in research and development projects as opportunities arise.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential

• HCPC
• Diploma / BSC hons Occupational Therapy

Desirable

• Practice Educators course
• Evidence of post graduate Training treating Neurology conditions

Experience
Essential

• Recent Experience as a Band 5 level Occupational Therapist within Neurology
• Evidence of appropriate use of clinical Interventions and implementation of core skills

Desirable

• Evidence of clinical experience treating patients with Neurological conditions
• Evidence of educating others within a clinical setting
• Computer and IT skills

Communication and Relationships
Essential

• Demonstrates effective written, Verbal and non verbal communication
• Demonstrates effective team working skills

Desirable

• Evidence of implementing leadership skills
• Evidence of advanced communication training

Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential

• Evidence of flexibility, initiative and awareness of risk
• Awareness of self and own abilities

Desirable

• Involvement in Quality improvement projects and Audit
• Involvement of service development

Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential

• Demonstartes treating individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to individual needs

Interest in role
Essential

• Demonstrates evidence of enthusiasm to work with Neurology patients in a senior role
• Demonstrates commitment to Continued Professional Development

Desirable

• Awareness of issues impacting Occupational Therapy in Neurology

Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential

• HCPC
• Diploma / BSC hons Occupational Therapy

Desirable

• Practice Educators course
• Evidence of post graduate Training treating Neurology conditions

Experience
Essential

• Recent Experience as a Band 5 level Occupational Therapist within Neurology
• Evidence of appropriate use of clinical Interventions and implementation of core skills

Desirable

• Evidence of clinical experience treating patients with Neurological conditions
• Evidence of educating others within a clinical setting
• Computer and IT skills

Communication and Relationships
Essential

• Demonstrates effective written, Verbal and non verbal communication
• Demonstrates effective team working skills

Desirable

• Evidence of implementing leadership skills
• Evidence of advanced communication training

Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential

• Evidence of flexibility, initiative and awareness of risk
• Awareness of self and own abilities

Desirable

• Involvement in Quality improvement projects and Audit
• Involvement of service development

Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential

• Demonstartes treating individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to individual needs

Interest in role
Essential

• Demonstrates evidence of enthusiasm to work with Neurology patients in a senior role
• Demonstrates commitment to Continued Professional Development

Desirable

• Awareness of issues impacting Occupational Therapy in Neurology

Skills Required