Crynodeb o'r swydd
- Prif leoliad
- Occupational Therapy
- Gradd
- NHS AfC: Band 5
- Contract
- Parhaol: Permanent: 6 monthly rotations (April and October) within the department.
- Oriau
- Llawnamser - 37.5 awr yr wythnos (Shifts may include weekend and bank holiday working - team dependent.)
- Cyfeirnod y swydd
- 297-8193601
- Cyflogwr
- Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
- Math o gyflogwr
- NHS
- Gwefan
- Queen Elizabeth Hospital/ Bensham Hospital/ Gateshead Trust Localities.
- Tref
- Gateshead
- Cyflog
- £32,073 - £39,043 per annum
- Cyfnod cyflog
- Yn flynyddol
- Yn cau
- 26/08/2026 23:59
Teitl cyflogwr
Rotational Occupational Therapist
NHS AfC: Band 5
In the event of excessive applications being received this vacancy may close earlier than the stated closing date, you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible
IMPORTANT NOTE ON COMPLETION OF REFERENCE SECTION OF APPLICATION FORM
All references from current and previous employers will be sought and MUST cover a minimum of 3 years employment. Therefore, when completing the reference section of your application form, please give the address, telephone number and work email address of each of your current/previous line managers that cover 3 years employment. Where possible this should be from two separate employers. Failure to complete this section may result in your application not being processed.
PLEASE NOTE it is a requirement of this Trust that all successful applicants pay for their DBS certificate if a check is required for the post. This will be done through deduction from your monthly pay over a maximum of three months. It is also a requirement that all successful applicants register or are registered with the DBS update service where a DBS is required.
All new entrants to the NHS will be appointed on the minimum of the pay scale in line with Terms & Conditions.
Trosolwg o'r swydd
We are delighted to be advertising the opportunity for Band 5 Occupational Therapist's to join the expanding Rotational Programme in our Occupational Therapy Department at Gateshead NHS Trust. These posts are ideally suited for existing Band 5’s who wish to broaden their clinical experience as well as final year OT students who are seeking their first clinical post (including those due to qualify summer 2026). The Preceptorship programme is in place to support student to practitioner transition.
The Occupational Therapy rotation has wide clinical variety including: Acute Medicine, Older Person Medicine, Surgery, Trauma and Elective Orthopedics, Stroke and Older Persons Mental Health Community Services and Rapid Response. You will have the opportunity to apply the Occupational Therapy Process with patients presenting with a variety of needs arising from occupational dysfunction in a variety of clinical teams. The rotations currently operate on a 6 monthly cycle; some of the services operate over 7 days.
We are seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 Occupational Therapists’ to join our well-established and friendly team. Within the department we actively support Supervision, Appraisal, Preceptorship, Service development and CPD opportunities. If you would like to know more please get in touch to arrange an informal visit/chat.
Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd
We are a friendly department that work collaboratively to provide a dynamic and pro-active service for our patients. We have staff ranging from Technical Instructors to Clinical Specialist’s; all staff contribute to support and training within the department. We offer opportunities for professional and personal development; we have a robust structure for clinical supervision. You will be well supported by our motivated therapy staff and you will be expected to be a proactive member of the team.
We would welcome applicants that have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to enable you to work well as part of a team; ideally you will have experience of working within multi-professional teams. You should have a flexible and adaptable approach. We are looking for you to have enthusiasm to develop skills and experiences in a range of settings.
Essential Requirements
- Diploma/Degree/ Masters in Occupational Therapy and are registered with HCPC at the time of appointment.
- You have a valid UK driving license with access to a vehicle for work purposes. As this role is rotational you will based across the Trust premises depending on clinical demands.
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.
Our values should be the ‘golden thread’ which runs through everything we do – they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronym ICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
We have a number of staff networks including the BAME network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women’s Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our armed forces network is one of our emerging networks.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our ‘Balance’ programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.
Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl
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Main Purpose of the Job |
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To provide an assessment and therapeutic service in line with the core skills of Occupational Therapy to people presenting in the following specialties within the service:
The post will offer experience of working in a variety of settings including community and hospital. It will involve working as an integral member of multi-disciplinary teams. |
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Dimensions |
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Manyleb y person
Qualifications
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Hold a qualification enabling registration with the Health Professions Council (HCPC) as an Occupational Therapist (or working toward Summer 2025 graduation)
- Sound knowledge of Occupational Therapy core skills – including knowledge and skills in the assessment and management of patients using a holistic approach.
- Experience of working as part of an occupational therapy team and/or multidisciplinary team, showing an understanding of other professional roles and team dynamics.
- Maintain a professional portfolio for CPD / evidence of learning and reflection.
- Full UK Driving License with access to a vehicle for work purposes.
Meini prawf dymunol
- Experience of working in a range of environments including clients’ homes/ community.
- Experience of organising and prioritising a complex patient caseload in a busy acute hospital and community based settings.
- Membership/involvement in relevant special interest group/network
Skills
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Maintain and develop current evidence based practice in relation to patient group.
- Problem solving skills
- Standard I T Skills
Meini prawf dymunol
- Understanding of NHS organisation
Experience
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Experience of working as part of an Occupational Therapy team and/or multidisciplinary team, showing an understanding of other professional roles.
- Experience of organising and prioritising a patient caseload in a busy acute hospital and community based settings.
- Experience of working under indirect supervision and as an autonomous practitioner.
Meini prawf dymunol
- Evidence of contributing to CPD activities.
- Experience of supporting students within a clinical setting.
- Membership/involvement in relevant special interest group/network.
Disposition
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Good team worker
- Enthusiastic & flexible
- Motivated & hard working.
- Willing and motivated to take part in change/ service improvement.
Bathodynnau ardystio / achredu cyflogwyr
Gofynion ymgeisio
Rhaid i chi gael cofrestriad proffesiynol priodol yn y DU.
Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.
Dogfennau i'w lawrlwytho
Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Claire McAuley
- Teitl y swydd
- Occupational Therapy Service Lead
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Rhif ffôn
- 0191 445 3125
- Gwybodaeth i gefnogi eich cais
Laura Hetherington ([email protected])
Sarah Barker ([email protected])
Rhestr swyddi gyda Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust yn Proffesiynau Perthynol i Iechyd neu bob sector