Lead Occupational Therapist


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£52,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	York, YO10 3HU
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	11 Aug 2026
Closing date:	9 Sept 2026

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Summary

The Role: As part of our transition to Active Neuro, the therapy service is evolving into a seven-day model of care to better support the rehabilitation needs of our clients. As a result, occasional pre-arranged weekend working will be required. You will also be expected to work Bank Holidays as required by the service, with enhanced pay provided in line with company policy. Key Responsibilities: Providing clinical leadership, supervision and support to the Occupational Therapy team, including Band 6 therapists, assistants and students. Supporting the Head of Therapies with the ongoing development of the OT service and wider therapy strategy. Completing comprehensive occupation-based and occupation-focused assessments. Developing and delivering innovative, evidence-based interventions underpinned by neuroplasticity and motor re-learning principles. Supporting safe and timely discharge planning, including community assessments, home visits and home access assessments. Prescribing and providing appropriate equipment throughout the rehabilitation journey. Completing robust risk assessments and developing and reviewing care plans. Working as part of a highly collaborative MDT to assess, formulate and plan individualised rehabilitation programmes. Acting as a Key Worker, coordinating therapeutic programmes to achieve agreed rehabilitation goals. Supporting and educating patients, families and carers around acquired brain injury and the role of Occupational Therapy. Developing and delivering in-service education and training to the wider MDT. Contributing to service development, including the OT provision within the outpatient service. The role offers a balance of clinical practice, leadership, supervision and service development, making it an ideal opportunity for an experienced OT ready to broaden their leadership responsibilities. About You: We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist who has a strong background in neurorehabilitation and/or working with people with neurological impairment. You will be confident working with patients who may present with complex physical, cognitive, emotional and behavioural needs, and be able to build effective relationships with patients, their families and colleagues. What to look forward to: Birthday off 25 days plus bank holidays Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop Free 24-hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

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