Central London Community Health Trust

BANK Occupational Therapist

The closing date is 07 April 2026

Job summary

BANK Occupational Therapist/PhysiotherapistBand 6Are you looking to develop your Occupational Therapy Rehabilitation skills across specialist community rehabilitation settings? This exciting rotational post is based within the inner London boroughs of Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham. The role offers excellent opportunities to work within specialist multi-disciplinary teams delivering high quality evidence - based rehabilitation.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our established band 6 rotation across the following specialist settings: Community Neuro Rehabilitation, Children and young people, Learning Disabilities and Bedded rehabilitation.

You will have an opportunity to develop your Occupational Therapy practice and deliver evidence -based rehabilitation in a variety of settings including; client's own homes, clinics, community facilities and an inpatient rehabilitation unit.

Main duties of the job

To provide an Occupational Therapy service of the highest possible standard for clients referred to the service by:
Carrying out assessments to establish clients physical, cognitive, perceptual, psychological and social functioning and to determine their level of function and suitability for admission to programmes for rehabilitation.
Agreeing goal orientated programmes in conjunction with the client, his/her family and other professionals involved and planning and implementing appropriate intervention.
Demonstrating skills in the management of conflict with clients who are having difficulty understanding and accepting diagnoses and long term conditions
Regularly monitoring and reviewing client progress

About us

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Date posted

24 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£23.74 an hour (inclusive of HACS)

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

824-BANK-LIT1548

Job locations

Athlone Rehabilitation Unit

7A Woodfield Road

London

W9 2BA

Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values & the behaviours aligned to those values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy
State Registration (HCPC)
Evidence of continual professional development

Desirable

Post-qualification training relevant to clinical practice
Course in the prescription of wheelchairs and seating
Clinical Supervisors/Educators Course
Membership of professional body - RCOT.
Sensory integration certificate

Experience

Essential

Relevant experience post registration in a NHS setting.
Post qualifying experience in three of the following areas, orthopaedics, rehabilitation, neurology, older adults, Learning Disabilities and paediatrics
Experience in assessing and treating children or adults with physical conditions and complex multi pathologies.
Experience of current OT assessment and treatment techniques/models
Experience of home modifications including equipment provision, and environmental adaptations
Experience of providing physical rehabilitation to clients with cognitive deficits.
Experience of client-centred goal planning.

Desirable

Experience of working in either community, school, inpatient or clinic setting.
Experience in supervising staff and / or students.
Experience of working in a team environment.
Experience of providing education and training to Carers and family members.
Experience working with Social Services

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy
State Registration (HCPC)
Evidence of continual professional development

Desirable

Post-qualification training relevant to clinical practice
Course in the prescription of wheelchairs and seating
Clinical Supervisors/Educators Course
Membership of professional body - RCOT.
Sensory integration certificate

Experience

Essential

Relevant experience post registration in a NHS setting.
Post qualifying experience in three of the following areas, orthopaedics, rehabilitation, neurology, older adults, Learning Disabilities and paediatrics
Experience in assessing and treating children or adults with physical conditions and complex multi pathologies.
Experience of current OT assessment and treatment techniques/models
Experience of home modifications including equipment provision, and environmental adaptations
Experience of providing physical rehabilitation to clients with cognitive deficits.
Experience of client-centred goal planning.

Desirable

Experience of working in either community, school, inpatient or clinic setting.
Experience in supervising staff and / or students.
Experience of working in a team environment.
Experience of providing education and training to Carers and family members.
Experience working with Social Services

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

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Athlone Rehabilitation Unit

7A Woodfield Road

London

W9 2BA

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Athlone Rehabilitation Unit

7A Woodfield Road

London

W9 2BA

Employer's website

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