Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

4146 - Rotational Specialist Occupational Therapist

The closing date is 12 April 2026

Job summary

The Interview Date is 21/04/2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapists with a strong interest in supporting patients in their journey during an acute medical stay, through rehabilitation and discharge to their own environment, to join our acute medical OT team. This post will be rotational between Acorn rehab unit at Barnsley Hospital, the Discharge to Assess community team based at Kendray Hospital and Medical OT team based at Barnsley Hospital on a 9 monthly rotation basis.

The post holder will have a broad range of specialists skills that transfer across the patient pathway as the patient travels from care setting to setting.

The post holder will provide clinical expertise to the multi-disciplinary team to inform their decision making and to provide advice and guidance to carers, non-clinical staff or members of other professions, who may be influenced by this and to maintain professional relationships with relevant others working as part of the wider team.

As part of the leadership team, the post holder must be flexible and dynamic and have a positive approach to enhancing service delivery and implementing NHS Frameworks and Quality Guidelines.

We offer clinical supervision, staff support, professional development opportunities within a supportive working environment. Excellent training facilities are available within the Trust.

Main duties of the job

The Specialist Occupational Therapist will be expected to:

To provide specialist advice, for relatives, carers and members of the MDT, to promote the OT role in patient care.

To advise patients, carers, relatives, colleagues on the safe use of equipment, minor adaptations, treatment techniques, moving and positioning, in relation to individual patients.

To be competent in prescribing equipment, and have an in depth knowledge of equipment available for patients and how it is accessed. Ensure that all issued equipment is used safely and correctly, following protocols.

To accurately and effectively report and document any changes in patients condition or progress to other relevant MDT team members

To provide specialist written reports, discharge summaries, risk assessments and other recommendations regarding individual needs as required by the service.

To represent the OT service and/or individual patients at MDT meetings, and case conferences to ensure the delivery of a co-coordinated multidisciplinary service. This will include discussion of patient care and patient progress.

To work as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team liaising and working with other trust staff in the management of the patients appropriate to the medical service and with external agencies as required.

About us

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

We reserve the right to close positions early

Date posted

26 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9163-4146E-03-2026

Job locations

Barnsley Hospital Nhs

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Kendray Hospital

Doncaster Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S70 3RD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description for Rotational Specialist Occupational Therapist

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

Job Description for Rotational Specialist Occupational Therapist

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

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Sound knowledge and application of current best practice in Occupational Therapy.
Sound working knowledge of Medical, Orthopaedic and Surgical conditions and the impact on occupational heath and function.
Demonstrates evidence of understanding and application of CPD requirements outlined by the HPC.

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.

Values

Essential

Please describe in around 100 words: What Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important
Please describe in around 100 words: Describe a time when you were under pressure but remained calm, compassionate and focused at work

Qualifications

Essential

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy.
Current Health Professions Council registration.
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

Essential

Post qualification experience (i.e. Band 5 junior grade rotation/static band 5 post), in a relevant fields.
Broad range of clinical experience in a variety of OT settings, e.g. must include NHS acute hospital setting.

Desirable

Experience of clinical audit and research.

Skills and abilities

Essential

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.
Ability to guide and direct staff less experienced including therapy assistants and students in clinical practice.

Desirable

Evidence of specific responsibilities.
e.g. committee membership.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Sound knowledge and application of current best practice in Occupational Therapy.
Sound working knowledge of Medical, Orthopaedic and Surgical conditions and the impact on occupational heath and function.
Demonstrates evidence of understanding and application of CPD requirements outlined by the HPC.

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.

Values

Essential

Please describe in around 100 words: What Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important
Please describe in around 100 words: Describe a time when you were under pressure but remained calm, compassionate and focused at work

Qualifications

Essential

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy.
Current Health Professions Council registration.
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

Essential

Post qualification experience (i.e. Band 5 junior grade rotation/static band 5 post), in a relevant fields.
Broad range of clinical experience in a variety of OT settings, e.g. must include NHS acute hospital setting.

Desirable

Experience of clinical audit and research.

Skills and abilities

Essential

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.
Ability to guide and direct staff less experienced including therapy assistants and students in clinical practice.

Desirable

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

Barnsley Hospital Nhs

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

Barnsley Hospital Nhs

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

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