The Community Recovery Service is an integrated provider with the London Borough of Hounslow offering Intermediate Care and Reablement for Hounslow residents. The team is comprised of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Nurses, and Rehabilitation support staff. The service delivers on a range of pathways including community rehabilitation, Reablement and community intermediate care following hospital discharge. The service operates 7 days per week and staff are required to work at weekends and on Bank Holidays as part of a rota. We are currently seeking a senior Occupational Therapist with a broad range of skills, experience and knowledge who is looking for an opportunity to further develop skills in community rehabilitation and Reablement. The post offers exciting opportunities to work within our forward-thinking service. You will be part of a large, supportive rehabilitation service, based at the Heart of Hounslow Centre for Health.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking an Occupational Therapist with the experience and confidence to work autonomously within the community. You will be required to use your previous experience to work as part of a multidisciplinary team whilst using specialist skills to assess occupational performance and inform rehabilitation objectives, interventions and community treatment plans. You will bring a comprehensive understanding of the role of Occupational Therapy in a community setting and within the context of Intermediate Care. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and able to draw on their experience to deliver high quality clinical services to the population, whilst offering specialist input within the team. The service is delivered through multiple site clinics and home visits. The post holder will work flexibly and be mobile across the Hounslow Borough. About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation. Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m. The Trust is rated as 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'. The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative. Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached. Person Specification
Qualifications
Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent HCPC registered Evidence of personal / professional development (portfolio) Membership of RCOT Membership of relevant Clinical Interest Groups Experience
Completed a minimum of two years qualified Occupational Therapy experience Post graduate experience that covers core skills in rehabilitation including therapeutic handling and management of people with complex conditions Broad experience including orthopaedics, medical, neurology, intermediate care and elderly care Specific experience in speciality designated to post Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team Ability to contribute to clinical education of less experienced staff, students or assistants Involvement in audit, research and understanding quality issues Experience of supervision of junior staff, student or rehabilitation assistant Evidence of role in service management / development Experience of delegation to colleagues Knowledge
Well established knowledge of assessment tools and treatment techniques relevant to this client group Experience and knowledge of community and neuro-rehabilitation Occupational Therapy services Remain updated with professional practice and new research Understand the legal responsibilities of the profession Work within and understand national and trust policies (data protection, equal opportunities, health and safety) Understanding of clinical governance and its implications Understanding of National Health plans and implementations Skills
To work as an autonomous practitioner and have the ability to organise, prioritise and delegate work Proficiency in selecting and using commonly prescribed small aids and equipment (e.g. hoist, standing aids) Ability to demonstrate problem-solving skills Excellent time management and organisational skills Able to present information in a clear and logical manner (written and orally) to keep clear notes Ability to communicate clearly and concisely via written and spoken word Ability to work as an effective team member in the multidisciplinary team Ability to positively influence and motivate others Ability to reflect critically and appraise own performance IT competent Experience of teaching other staff members, patients and other health care professionals Personal attributes
Demonstrate a flexible, adaptable, client-centred, non-discriminatory approach Reliable Ability to act on own initiative Commitment to own self development and learning Ability to cope with stressful situations and with emotional or aggressive patients/carers Able to carry out the broad and varied physical demands of the working remit Able to manage work/life priorities Ability to travel independently within service catchment area Ability to work flexible hours including weekends Car driver or own transport 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.
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We are seeking an Occupational Therapist with the experience and confidence to work autonomously within the community. You will be required to use your previous experience to work as part of a multidisciplinary team whilst using specialist skills to assess occupational performance and inform rehabilitation objectives, interventions and community treatment plans. You will bring a comprehensive understanding of the role of Occupational Therapy in a community setting and within the context of Intermediate Care. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and able to draw on their experience to deliver high quality clinical services to the population, whilst offering specialist input within the team. The service is delivered through multiple site clinics and home visits. The post holder will work flexibly and be mobile across the Hounslow Borough. About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation. Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m. The Trust is rated as 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'. The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative. Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached. Person Specification
Qualifications
Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent HCPC registered Evidence of personal / professional development (portfolio) Membership of RCOT Membership of relevant Clinical Interest Groups Experience
Completed a minimum of two years qualified Occupational Therapy experience Post graduate experience that covers core skills in rehabilitation including therapeutic handling and management of people with complex conditions Broad experience including orthopaedics, medical, neurology, intermediate care and elderly care Specific experience in speciality designated to post Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team Ability to contribute to clinical education of less experienced staff, students or assistants Involvement in audit, research and understanding quality issues Experience of supervision of junior staff, student or rehabilitation assistant Evidence of role in service management / development Experience of delegation to colleagues Knowledge
Well established knowledge of assessment tools and treatment techniques relevant to this client group Experience and knowledge of community and neuro-rehabilitation Occupational Therapy services Remain updated with professional practice and new research Understand the legal responsibilities of the profession Work within and understand national and trust policies (data protection, equal opportunities, health and safety) Understanding of clinical governance and its implications Understanding of National Health plans and implementations Skills
To work as an autonomous practitioner and have the ability to organise, prioritise and delegate work Proficiency in selecting and using commonly prescribed small aids and equipment (e.g. hoist, standing aids) Ability to demonstrate problem-solving skills Excellent time management and organisational skills Able to present information in a clear and logical manner (written and orally) to keep clear notes Ability to communicate clearly and concisely via written and spoken word Ability to work as an effective team member in the multidisciplinary team Ability to positively influence and motivate others Ability to reflect critically and appraise own performance IT competent Experience of teaching other staff members, patients and other health care professionals Personal attributes
Demonstrate a flexible, adaptable, client-centred, non-discriminatory approach Reliable Ability to act on own initiative Commitment to own self development and learning Ability to cope with stressful situations and with emotional or aggressive patients/carers Able to carry out the broad and varied physical demands of the working remit Able to manage work/life priorities Ability to travel independently within service catchment area Ability to work flexible hours including weekends Car driver or own transport 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.
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