Following continued growth and internal development across St Elizabeth’s, we are expanding our teams and welcoming new colleagues to support our vibrant and diverse community.

Join Our Team at St Elizabeth’s

Are you a newly qualified Occupational Therapist looking to begin your career in a supportive specialist environment?

Or are you an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist ready for your next rewarding challenge?

At St Elizabeth’s Centre, we have two vacancies available for passionate and motivated Band 5/6 Occupational Therapists to join our dedicated multidisciplinary team supporting children, young people, and adults with complex needs. One position is a permanent role, while the second is a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover—offering an excellent opportunity to gain valuable specialist experience within a highly supportive team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where you can develop specialist clinical skills, contribute to life-changing outcomes, and progress your professional development. Whether you're just starting your Occupational Therapy career or looking to take the next step, you'll be supported to thrive and make a real difference every day.

About the Role

As part of our Occupational Therapy team, you will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate therapeutic interventions that support individuals to maximise their independence, participation, wellbeing, and quality of life.

Depending on experience, the role can be offered at Band 5 or Band 6 level, with appropriate supervision and development support provided.

You will:

• Deliver person-centred occupational therapy assessments and interventions
• Support individuals with sensory, physical, cognitive, and emotional needs
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including Physiotherapists, Speech & Language Therapists, Psychologists, PBS Practitioners, Education, and Care teams
• Develop therapy programmes and specialist recommendations
• Support individuals to achieve meaningful goals and increase independence
• Provide advice, guidance, and training to staff and families
• Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and clinical reviews
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with HCPC and professional standards

About You

We are looking for someone who is compassionate, enthusiastic, and committed to delivering high-quality therapeutic support.

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration (or pending registration for newly qualified applicants)

• Membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapy (RCOT)

• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to person-centred practice and safeguarding

What We Offer

• Structured induction and clinical supervision
• Supportive mentorship and CPD opportunities
• Opportunities for specialist training and career progression
• Collaborative multidisciplinary working
• A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful impact every day
• Beautiful countryside working environment with on-site facilities

Why Join St Elizabeth’s?

• 27 days’ holiday + bank holidays (rising to 32 after 5 years service)
• Be part of a values-driven charity making a meaningful difference
• Ongoing professional development and specialist training 
• Influence the development of high-quality clinical practice across services
• A beautiful working environment with free on-site parking
• Work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team
• Free on-site parking
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support

Please complete an application form and upload your up-to-date CV via our website. https://careers.stelizabeths.org.uk/vacancies

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We may close the advert early if sufficient applications are received.

All offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, references and an enhanced DBS check. Please note that we are not located on a public transport route. The advertised salary is based on full-time equivalent and will be dependent on experience and qualifications.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know — we’re here to support you.