NHS Jobs • Portsmouth, Hampshire PO6 3LY

Occupational Therapy Clinical Team Lead - Trauma and Orthopaedics

About this role

About You We are looking for someone who is: A qualified Occupational Therapist with current HCPC registration Experienced in acute care, ideally within Trauma & Orthopaedics Demonstrating leadership skills or ready to step into a leadership role Passionate about patient-centred rehabilitation and discharge planning A confident communicator with excellent team-working skills Committed to service development and continuous improvement

Essential Requirements

Registered with HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council). BSc in Occupational Therapy Significant post-registration experience in acute settings, ideally within a Trauma and Orthopaedic setting. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex situations Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) Experience in supervising staff and/or students

Desirable

Previous leadership or senior role experience Involvement in audit, research, or service redesign Knowledge of NHS pathways and discharge processes What We Offer A supportive and innovative working environment within a large teaching hospital Access to training, CPD, and research opportunities Flexible working options where possible NHS pension scheme and staff benefits Apply Now If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact within Trauma & Orthopaedics, we would love to hear from you. Join us in delivering outstanding care, every day. For a full list of roles and responsibilities, please see the attached job description.