Oxford Health NHS Trust

Specialist Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist - Part time

The closing date is 30 November 2025

Job summary

Would you like to work in a highly regarded, nationally recognised, specialist service making a positive difference to people experiencing chronic/persistent fatigue?

We are seekingan autonomous healthcare professional to join this dynamic and friendly specialist team at atime when fatigue management remains high on the agenda following the Covid-19 pandemic and the recently published government's ME/CFS Delivery Plan.

You will be an experienced clinician who has an understanding of ME/CFS, Post COVID-19 condition (Long Covid) or fatigue management approaches and is enthusiastic about working in this specialist area.

This community-based service is integrated and in-reaches into the ME/CFS/Post Covid Assessment Clinic at the Churchill Hospital, providing a comprehensive and cohesive MDT, working closely with consultants in respiratory and rehabilitation medicine, specialist respiratory physiotherapists, psychologists and Oxfordshire Talking Therapies. We provide groups and 121 sessions through clinics, online and home visits.

The successful applicant willbe required to manage their own case load, providing clinical expertise for people with Post COVID-19 condition, Post Viral Fatigue and ME/CFS.

The service is based at Windrush House, Witney, but other bases could potentially be negotiated across Oxfordshire. However, as the service is countywide, some travel will be required.

Main duties of the job

  • Providing comprehensive occupational therapy/physiotherapy assessments both in clinics, online or in the person's home.
  • Incorporating a biopsychosocial approach to assessment and management.
  • Delivering online educational workshops (on fatigue management approaches).
  • Managing a caseload of patients with a focus on supporting individuals to develop self-management techniques.
  • Working with other OT/PT within a MDT.

About us

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Details

Date posted

13 November 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

267-CH7598061

Job locations

Windrush House

Burford Road

Witney

OX29 7DX


Job description

Job responsibilities

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualified OT/PT with 3 years experience

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in ME/CFS/LC or similar conditions
  • Experience of using fatigue management approaches
  • Experience of delivering group prigrammes

Desirable

  • Experience of working with Children and Young People/Adolescents

Knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of the biopsychosocial approach
  • Knowledge of relevant NICE guideline
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualified OT/PT with 3 years experience

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in ME/CFS/LC or similar conditions
  • Experience of using fatigue management approaches
  • Experience of delivering group prigrammes

Desirable

  • Experience of working with Children and Young People/Adolescents

Knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of the biopsychosocial approach
  • Knowledge of relevant NICE guideline

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

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Windrush House

Burford Road

Witney

OX29 7DX


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Windrush House

Burford Road

Witney

OX29 7DX


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Advanced Clinical Practitioner

Rachael Rogers

Rachael.Rogers@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk

01865903757

Details

Date posted

13 November 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

267-CH7598061

Job locations

Windrush House

Burford Road

Witney

OX29 7DX


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