Senior Neurological Occupational Therapist
The closing date is 27 November 2025
Job summary
A rare opportunity has come up within the Specialist Community Neurology Team for a Senior Occupational Therapist.
As a team, we see people who have a neurological condition in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) who need seeing either in their home environment, via digital assessment or in a clinic setting.
We are a team of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, MS nurses, Therapy Assistants and our Admin team. We are very closely aligned with our Adult Speech and Language Therapy service. The role involves working both autonomously and together with other members of the MDT.
As a team we recognise the individual contribution that each and every member brings. We have a open just and learn culture and have a key focus on team wellbeing, recognising the growing challenges being faced.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences that meet the essential criteria.
If you feel the role is for you and you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact us. We look forward to hearing from you.
*Please note access to a car and valid driving licence is essential for this role.
Main duties of the job
- To manage a caseload of neurological patients. To assess and subsequently provide evidence based treatment plans.
- To be able to assess a variety of neurological conditions and presentations. To be able to assess for specialist equipment including bespoke seating and in bed sleep systems.
- To have an understanding of the wider neurological pathway and system partners, when and who to refer onto and the best time for this to occur.
- To provide supervision to students, peers and more junior members of the team as required.
- To undertake relevant service development opportunities as they occur, including delivering relevant educational sessions, audits and research.
About us
Ever dreamt about a career that sparks excitement and fosters your professional growth? Picture yourself waking up eager to make a real difference in our community, surrounded by teams who value your unique ideas.
We are Sirona care & health - England's largest provider of Adult's and Children's Community Services and we'd love for you to join us in Bristol, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire.
Agenda for Change Salary, full NHS benefits, 27+ days' annual leave, and participation in the NHS Pension Scheme - just a glimpse of the benefits you'll receive.
We welcome and encourage all applicants. We are committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities we support and are proactively seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce. We know diversity fosters creativity and innovation.
We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We aim to draw upon the widest possible range of views and experiences to meet the changing needs of our colleagues, partners and communities we serve.
Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare, looking for a fresh challenge within the NHS, or contemplating a career change, don't be daunted by the prospect of something different - we create development opportunities for all our colleagues and apprentices.
Interested? View our benefits leaflet which you can find attached to this vacancy.
Details
Date posted
18 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year pro rata per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
083-7589576-SL
Job locations
New Friends Hall
Heath House Lane
Bristol
BS16 1EQ
Employer details
Employer name
Sirona care & health CIC
Address
New Friends Hall
Heath House Lane
Bristol
BS16 1EQ
Employer's website
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