Main area Band 7 Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist - Acute Stroke and Brain Injury Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Permanent: working a rostered seven-day service/shift pattern as required Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 177-EMER-6572343-D
Employer James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site James Paget University Hospital Town Gorleston Salary £46,148 - £52,809 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 02/02/2025 23:59
Specialist Occupational Therapist - Acute Stroke/Brain Injury
NHS AfC: Band 7
The
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of around 250,000 people in the Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft and Waveney areas. The Trust provides an integrated hospital and community children’s service. Patient and staff experience is important to us and these are the behaviours we live by: Putting patients first Aiming to get it right Recognising that everybody counts Doing everything openly and honestly ‘Prior consideration will be given to NHS At Risk staff within East of England'
Job overview
BAND 7 CLINICAL SPECIALIST OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (Could be offered as a Band 6 to 7 development for the right candidate) Acute Stroke and Brain Injury Up to full time | Permanent Do you have a passion for stroke/brain injury
rehabilitation? Are you looking for the opportunity to deepen your knowledge base and expand your skillset as part of a committed and driven team? Are you interested in quality improvement? Main duties of the job
We are looking for a therapist with NHS and stroke/brain injury experience who is looking to develop their Band 7 clinical and professional skills, working within the dynamic Stroke Therapy Team in the James Paget University Hospital Stroke Unit. We are able to offer bespoke training and encourage external education opportunities. The James Paget University Hospital Stroke Unit is commissioned to offer both acute care and rehabilitation, and as such the role provides the opportunity to develop skills in every phase of inpatient stroke rehabilitation, and
joint working
to provide a solid discharge plan. As a Clinical Specialist you would be providing a high standard of care to the more complex patients following stroke and brain injury, facilitating their rehabilitation journey. You would have the opportunity to help shape stroke rehabilitation as plans for the new hospital progress, and to be involved in regional stroke and neurology networks. Working for our organisation
We know that
development and wellbeing
are crucial to the success of your work, and you will receive regular one-to-one supervision to discuss your progress, and any service evaluation and ideas. You will work alongside existing Band 7 staff to share ideas to help develop yourself and the team. As a team of 17 Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Rehabilitation Assistants, we are changing and developing our service continuously to improve delivery of rehabilitation. With a wider therapy department of more than 100 staff, there are lots of opportunities to develop and progress your career. We are
committed to service development , with opportunities to lead on audit and service improvement. We are
forging strong links
with the Research and Development Department and the University of East Anglia, and it is a really exciting time to join the Trust as these processes gather momentum. The profile of Therapies is growing, and our voice and opinions are
heard and valued
at both departmental and operational levels. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Trust offers: Training and development opportunities Generous annual leave: 27 days on appointment, 29 days after five years’ service, and 33 days after 10 years’ service Salary Sacrifice car scheme Flexible working options, including nine-day fortnights, part-time working Employee celebration - regular staff awards International peer support group and celebration events Neurodiversity support Health and Wellbeing Service, including counselling, physiotherapy, mental health, and menopause support etc. Career pathway development, supportive PDP to help you achieve your goals Long service recognition Single accommodation on site for new staff Occupational Therapy specific training in an integrated therapy department Recruitment support Excellent maternity package Please see the attached Job Description for details of the main duties and responsibilities of the role. If this advert sparks your interest and you think you fit the bill, we cannot wait to hear from you. Call for a chat or to arrange a visit. Person specification
Education and Qualifications
Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy (BSc/MSc) Current HCPC registration Evidence of relevant post-graduate/relevant courses, e.g. cognitive assessment and management and stroke specialist courses Coaching/supervision training Leadership training Membership of relevant specialist group Knowledge and Experience
Band 6 experience in relevant specialist area, e.g. stroke/neuro in an acute setting Demonstrates specialist clinical skills within stroke including complex case management Significant experience of team working including integrated teams Evidence of variety of assessment skills within different clinical areas Evidence of involvement in service development, e.g. working on projects Training and clinical supervision of clinical staff and students Working knowledge of clinical governance/current topics in the NHS Clinical supervision of Band 6 Worked as a Band 7 Skills, Abilities and Competencies Essential criteria
Leadership skills including team building and supporting others Self-motivated, proactive and resourceful Ability to use own initiative and problem solve Ability to act as an autonomous practitioner, organising, prioritising and delegating workload as appropriate Good communication skills, including empathy, motivational and assertiveness skills Able to work well with others and pass on skills and knowledge Ability to work flexibly across clinical areas and adapt to the needs of the service particularly when the service is under pressure Role requires the ability to travel within the Great Yarmouth and Waveney area. Should hold a full current driving licence or be able to make own travelling arrangements to fulfil the duties of the post, including visits to patients’ homes with and without patients, delivery of equipment etc. Basic IT skills Experience of leading change and service development Critical appraisal Other
Evidence of motivation for Band 7 role Ability to take on responsibilities and additional duties Motivation for area and James Paget University Hospital Trust
The
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust recognises the requirement to promote health and reduce ill-health. The Trust is committed to the principles of improving working lives through a number of initiatives such as job share, flexible working and the development of a culture of openness and transparency. The Trust is committed to ensuring that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. ‘Prior consideration will be given to NHS At Risk staff within East of England' Tier 2 Sponsorship : We are pleased to consider applicants who require Tier 2 sponsorship to work in the UK but it is unlikely that we would be able to appoint if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled UK/Right to work candidate is available. Please check your account regularly under “My Applications” to view the progress of your applications. If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. In submitting an application form, you authorise the Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process.
Please note that should we experience a high level of interest in this post, the vacancy may be closed prior to the stated closing date. Employer certification / accreditation badges
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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NHS AfC: Band 7
The
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of around 250,000 people in the Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft and Waveney areas. The Trust provides an integrated hospital and community children’s service. Patient and staff experience is important to us and these are the behaviours we live by: Putting patients first Aiming to get it right Recognising that everybody counts Doing everything openly and honestly ‘Prior consideration will be given to NHS At Risk staff within East of England'
Job overview
BAND 7 CLINICAL SPECIALIST OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (Could be offered as a Band 6 to 7 development for the right candidate) Acute Stroke and Brain Injury Up to full time | Permanent Do you have a passion for stroke/brain injury
rehabilitation? Are you looking for the opportunity to deepen your knowledge base and expand your skillset as part of a committed and driven team? Are you interested in quality improvement? Main duties of the job
We are looking for a therapist with NHS and stroke/brain injury experience who is looking to develop their Band 7 clinical and professional skills, working within the dynamic Stroke Therapy Team in the James Paget University Hospital Stroke Unit. We are able to offer bespoke training and encourage external education opportunities. The James Paget University Hospital Stroke Unit is commissioned to offer both acute care and rehabilitation, and as such the role provides the opportunity to develop skills in every phase of inpatient stroke rehabilitation, and
joint working
to provide a solid discharge plan. As a Clinical Specialist you would be providing a high standard of care to the more complex patients following stroke and brain injury, facilitating their rehabilitation journey. You would have the opportunity to help shape stroke rehabilitation as plans for the new hospital progress, and to be involved in regional stroke and neurology networks. Working for our organisation
We know that
development and wellbeing
are crucial to the success of your work, and you will receive regular one-to-one supervision to discuss your progress, and any service evaluation and ideas. You will work alongside existing Band 7 staff to share ideas to help develop yourself and the team. As a team of 17 Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Rehabilitation Assistants, we are changing and developing our service continuously to improve delivery of rehabilitation. With a wider therapy department of more than 100 staff, there are lots of opportunities to develop and progress your career. We are
committed to service development , with opportunities to lead on audit and service improvement. We are
forging strong links
with the Research and Development Department and the University of East Anglia, and it is a really exciting time to join the Trust as these processes gather momentum. The profile of Therapies is growing, and our voice and opinions are
heard and valued
at both departmental and operational levels. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Trust offers: Training and development opportunities Generous annual leave: 27 days on appointment, 29 days after five years’ service, and 33 days after 10 years’ service Salary Sacrifice car scheme Flexible working options, including nine-day fortnights, part-time working Employee celebration - regular staff awards International peer support group and celebration events Neurodiversity support Health and Wellbeing Service, including counselling, physiotherapy, mental health, and menopause support etc. Career pathway development, supportive PDP to help you achieve your goals Long service recognition Single accommodation on site for new staff Occupational Therapy specific training in an integrated therapy department Recruitment support Excellent maternity package Please see the attached Job Description for details of the main duties and responsibilities of the role. If this advert sparks your interest and you think you fit the bill, we cannot wait to hear from you. Call for a chat or to arrange a visit. Person specification
Education and Qualifications
Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy (BSc/MSc) Current HCPC registration Evidence of relevant post-graduate/relevant courses, e.g. cognitive assessment and management and stroke specialist courses Coaching/supervision training Leadership training Membership of relevant specialist group Knowledge and Experience
Band 6 experience in relevant specialist area, e.g. stroke/neuro in an acute setting Demonstrates specialist clinical skills within stroke including complex case management Significant experience of team working including integrated teams Evidence of variety of assessment skills within different clinical areas Evidence of involvement in service development, e.g. working on projects Training and clinical supervision of clinical staff and students Working knowledge of clinical governance/current topics in the NHS Clinical supervision of Band 6 Worked as a Band 7 Skills, Abilities and Competencies Essential criteria
Leadership skills including team building and supporting others Self-motivated, proactive and resourceful Ability to use own initiative and problem solve Ability to act as an autonomous practitioner, organising, prioritising and delegating workload as appropriate Good communication skills, including empathy, motivational and assertiveness skills Able to work well with others and pass on skills and knowledge Ability to work flexibly across clinical areas and adapt to the needs of the service particularly when the service is under pressure Role requires the ability to travel within the Great Yarmouth and Waveney area. Should hold a full current driving licence or be able to make own travelling arrangements to fulfil the duties of the post, including visits to patients’ homes with and without patients, delivery of equipment etc. Basic IT skills Experience of leading change and service development Critical appraisal Other
Evidence of motivation for Band 7 role Ability to take on responsibilities and additional duties Motivation for area and James Paget University Hospital Trust
The
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust recognises the requirement to promote health and reduce ill-health. The Trust is committed to the principles of improving working lives through a number of initiatives such as job share, flexible working and the development of a culture of openness and transparency. The Trust is committed to ensuring that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. ‘Prior consideration will be given to NHS At Risk staff within East of England' Tier 2 Sponsorship : We are pleased to consider applicants who require Tier 2 sponsorship to work in the UK but it is unlikely that we would be able to appoint if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled UK/Right to work candidate is available. Please check your account regularly under “My Applications” to view the progress of your applications. If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. In submitting an application form, you authorise the Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process.
Please note that should we experience a high level of interest in this post, the vacancy may be closed prior to the stated closing date. Employer certification / accreditation badges
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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