Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

1819 - Occupational Therapist

The closing date is 22 January 2026

Job summary

The interview date for this role is 3rd and 4th February 2026.

An opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapists to join a dynamic and continually developing Occupational Therapy Service at Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

This is an excellent opportunity for both new graduate or experienced occupational therapists to develop knowledge and skills working within an acute hospital trust and includes our new community rotations (Discharge to Assess team and Acorn Rehabilitation Unit). We will consider applications for graduates who are pending their HCPC Registration please contact us for further details on how to apply if this is the case.

We are seeking highly motivated Occupational Therapists with good assessment and treatment planning skills. You will also have excellent team working, time management and communication skills. Working with multi-professional teams, the successful candidates will have the opportunity to gain excellent experience from the following range of physical specialities: Orthopaedics, Medical Early Intervention, Discharge to Assess (community), Stroke and Neurology, Urgent Care, and the Acorn Rehabilitation Unit (in-patient rehabilitation). Successful candidates will be expected to work in a flexible way to cover a 7-day working week.

Main duties of the job

Are you are a qualified OT who has been out of practice for longer than 2 years and looking to return to working in the Profession? If yes, this is a fantastic opportunity to start your journey to being on the HCPC register with a placement at Barnsley Hospital. We have had success in helping professionals Return to Practice and would welcome your application.

This role will be supported by Senior Occupational Therapists offering supervision support and training. A thorough induction including a supernummery period will be provided.

Barnsley is located within easy access to the major cities of Sheffield and Leeds, and also benefits from bordering on the scenic Yorkshire Dales and Peak District National Park.

We also offer:

Monthly Band 5 Meetings

Band 5 induction and preceptorship programme

Specialist In-service training programme

Clinical Supervision using HCPC guidelines

Opportunities to take part in service development activities

The post holder will work in a variety of clinical areas, specialising in each area for a period of six months.

To advocate and promote the profession within the trust, with patients and within the local area.

For more information please contact:Kathryn Holloway OT Service Manager on 01226 432736 or Austin Carr OT Practice Educator on 01226 431577

About us

We reserve the right to close positions early

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work

We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone

We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation

Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction

Date posted

08 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9163-1819E-01-26

Job locations

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Kendray Hospital

Doncaster Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S70 3RD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Documented evidence of CPD
Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
Current Health Professions Council registration

Desirable

Member of British Association of Occupational Therapists

Experience

Essential

Relevant experience during fieldwork placements during training
Application of the OT process

Desirable

Placement experience in a hospital setting that demonstrates essential core skills

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Broad knowledge of best practice in relevant clinical areas
Understanding of a wide range of pathological and traumatic processes, and realise the nature and cause of occupational dysfunction
Understanding of professional ethics and their application in practice
Understanding of national guidelines and legislation affecting practice
Awareness of Health & Safety legislation

Skills and Abilities

Essential

The ability to critically evaluate current evidence or research and apply to practice
The ability to reflect on practice, relating to a clinical intervention during training
The ability to work independently and as part of a multi disciplinary team/multi agency team
The ability to gather, assimilate and distil information
The ability to establish and maintain clear communication, both written and verbal, with others
The ability to manage time effectively
The ability to work under pressure
Physical ability to handle patients using appropriate equipment such as hoist and wheelchair
Sound physical, emotional and mental stamina
Basic IT skills
Dexterity to fabricate splints to achieve correct anatomical position
The ability to understand risk assessment
The ability to conduct self in a professional manner

Values based questions

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words please describe a time when you were challenged to maintain a professional and non- judgemental attitude. How did you deal with it?

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Documented evidence of CPD
Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
Current Health Professions Council registration

Desirable

Member of British Association of Occupational Therapists

Experience

Essential

Relevant experience during fieldwork placements during training
Application of the OT process

Desirable

Placement experience in a hospital setting that demonstrates essential core skills

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Broad knowledge of best practice in relevant clinical areas
Understanding of a wide range of pathological and traumatic processes, and realise the nature and cause of occupational dysfunction
Understanding of professional ethics and their application in practice
Understanding of national guidelines and legislation affecting practice
Awareness of Health & Safety legislation

Skills and Abilities

Essential

The ability to critically evaluate current evidence or research and apply to practice
The ability to reflect on practice, relating to a clinical intervention during training
The ability to work independently and as part of a multi disciplinary team/multi agency team
The ability to gather, assimilate and distil information
The ability to establish and maintain clear communication, both written and verbal, with others
The ability to manage time effectively
The ability to work under pressure
Physical ability to handle patients using appropriate equipment such as hoist and wheelchair
Sound physical, emotional and mental stamina
Basic IT skills
Dexterity to fabricate splints to achieve correct anatomical position
The ability to understand risk assessment
The ability to conduct self in a professional manner

Values based questions

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words please describe a time when you were challenged to maintain a professional and non- judgemental attitude. How did you deal with it?

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)