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Band 5 Rotational Occupational Therapist

Orpington BR6 0JA

Key information

Pay
£36,943 to £44,900 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
19 Oct 2026
Closing date
8 Nov 2026

About this role

1. Conduct autonomous assessments using the Occupational Therapy Process and develop evidence-based intervention plans. Workautonomouslyin community settings, assessing and managing risk. Review and adapt treatment plans to ensure effective progress and facilitate safe discharge planning. Manage clinical risk, ensuring safe, appropriate and timely interventions. Prescribe, deliver, fit, and adjust equipment and minor or major adaptations to enhance independence and safety. Complete screening of acute or chronic cognitive impairments under supervision, develop a treatment plan and escalate concerns as appropriate. Complete seating assessments under supervision and prescribe appropriate measures. Engage and motivate service users, families, and carers in rehabilitation. Manage emotionally challenging situations with empathy and professionalism. Maintain accurate legal and professional documentation in line with HCPC and Bromley Healthcare standards. Work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, representing the Occupational Therapy perspective. Build strong relationships with health, social care, private, and voluntary sector professionals. Communicate effectively with referrers and stakeholders, ensuring clear care coordination and advocating for the patient, to ensure that delivery of care is patient orientated and meets local and national standards. Support and supervise rehab assistants and therapy students, delegating appropriately. Actively participate in team meetings and service development initiatives.