Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

2348 - Specialist Occupational Therapist - Urgent Care

The closing date is 17 November 2025

Job summary

Part-time position 26.25 hours per week, 12 months fixed term/secondment opportunity.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled and motivated Band 6 Occupational Therapist to work in the area of Urgent Care at Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

The post holder will provide specialist Occupational Therapy to patients within the Emergency Department, Acute Medical Unit, Short Stay Unit and Acute frailty SDEC; with the aim of accelerating the discharge process and preventing avoidable hospital admission.

The post holders will participate in a 7 day rota, providing a service between 0800 and 1800, involving flexible working patterns and weekend working.

An interest in elderly / falls rehabilitation and frailty is beneficial for this post. Applicants should have completed a wide variety of rotations at Band 5 level within the NHS in a relevant field.

The successful applicants should have excellent team working skills and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills to work collaboratively with colleagues and patients.

We offer clinical supervision, staff support, professional development opportunities and a supportive working environment. 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.

For further information regarding this post, please contact Nicola Gains, Advanced OT, Urgent Care Therapy Team 01226 431489

Main duties of the job

Applicants should have an interest in working with an adult client group who present with a variety of conditions, and especially in assessing and treating elderly and frail patients with multiple comorbidities and complex needs.

You will work with Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Teams, the Acute Frailty Team and the ED team.

You will supervise students and junior members of staff where necessary, and on occasions deputise for the Band 7 team lead.

You will work closely with Occupational Therapy colleagues in the team and will complete some basic OT competencies to enable holistic assessments if lone working.

The successful applicant will have excellent team working skills and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills to work collaboratively with colleagues and patients, as well as being able to work alone. Updated October 2023 You will thrive in a fast-paced environment to provide timely assessments with appropriate onward referrals to ensure safe and effective discharges for our patients.

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

10 November 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year Pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9163-2348i-11-25

Job locations

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

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

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
Current Health Professions Council registration
Post qualification experience (i.e. Band 5 junior grade rotation/static band 5 post), in a relevant field
Broad range of clinical experience in a variety of OT settings, e.g. must include NHS acute hospital setting
Sound knowledge and application of current best practice in Occupational Therapy
COT Accredited APPLE Clinical Fieldwork Educator qualification, or working towards
Documented evidence of continuing professional development (CPD portfolio), post graduate study

Desirable

Member of British Association of Occupational Therapists
Hold European Computer Driving Licence, or other IT intermediate skills
Experience of clinical audit and research

Values based question

Essential

n around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important
n around 100 words please describe how you ensure you build and sustain positive working relationships within a team?

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Sound working knowledge of Acute Medical and Elderly related conditions and the impact on occupational heath and function
Skilled and effective communicator, both written and orally, with all disciplines, patients and carers
Basic computer skills including knowledge of word processing and the internet
Able to impart skills and knowledge to others both formally and informally
Proven evidence of effective self-management including time, prioritisation, clinical caseload and ability to work to deadlines

Desirable

Understanding of current OT and where AHPs fit into the NHS Plan, or an ability to develop this
Understanding of NHS direction
Working knowledge of the use of the NHS KSF for performance appraisal
Evidence of specific responsibilities e.g. committee membership

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
Current Health Professions Council registration
Post qualification experience (i.e. Band 5 junior grade rotation/static band 5 post), in a relevant field
Broad range of clinical experience in a variety of OT settings, e.g. must include NHS acute hospital setting
Sound knowledge and application of current best practice in Occupational Therapy
COT Accredited APPLE Clinical Fieldwork Educator qualification, or working towards
Documented evidence of continuing professional development (CPD portfolio), post graduate study

Desirable

Member of British Association of Occupational Therapists
Hold European Computer Driving Licence, or other IT intermediate skills
Experience of clinical audit and research

Values based question

Essential

n around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important
n around 100 words please describe how you ensure you build and sustain positive working relationships within a team?

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Sound working knowledge of Acute Medical and Elderly related conditions and the impact on occupational heath and function
Skilled and effective communicator, both written and orally, with all disciplines, patients and carers
Basic computer skills including knowledge of word processing and the internet
Able to impart skills and knowledge to others both formally and informally
Proven evidence of effective self-management including time, prioritisation, clinical caseload and ability to work to deadlines

Desirable

Understanding of current OT and where AHPs fit into the NHS Plan, or an ability to develop this
Understanding of NHS direction
Working knowledge of the use of the NHS KSF for performance appraisal
Evidence of specific responsibilities e.g. committee membership

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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)