Band 6 - Permanent Occupational Therapist - Adult Neurological Centre - Stoke-on-Trent

Job Title: Occupational Therapist – Adult Neurological Centre – Stoke-on-Trent
Banding: Band 6
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Rate: £38,000 – £42,000 per annum
Working hours: Full-time

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Occupational Therapist to join our client’s team at a new and innovative neurological centre in Stoke-on-Trent. The service provides neurobehavioural rehabilitation for individuals with acquired brain injuries and complex needs that prevent them from accessing their full potential in other settings. The centre delivers a 24/7 outcome-focused programme in a ‘relentlessly positive’ therapeutic environment, led by expert clinicians working as a transdisciplinary team.

You will work in partnership with residents and carers to set realistic goals and develop collaborative intervention plans, with regular reviews to monitor progress and adapt accordingly.

Key Responsibilities

• Completing neurological assessments, treatment planning, and interventions
• Delivering rehabilitation to improve function and independence with ADLs
• Conducting cognitive assessments and rehabilitation
• Applying therapeutic handling techniques
• Assessing environmental and equipment needs, including specialist seating
• Identifying ongoing needs while promoting quality of life
• Liaising with community colleagues to support complex discharge planning
• Evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans
• Supervising Occupational Therapy support staff and students
• Implementing and developing evidence-based therapeutic activities

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration
• NHS experience is essential
• Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience
• Extensive clinical experience working with adults with complex needs
• Strong knowledge of occupational therapy frameworks and approaches
• Highly effective clinical reasoning skills
• Specialist knowledge of assessment and treatment models
• Understanding of working with individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and mental illness

Why work with Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.

Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.

We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

What We Offer You

• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave – plus your birthday off
• Free meals and parking
• Wellbeing support and activities
• Career development and training to develop specialist skills
• Pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Enhanced maternity package
• Access to retail discounts, special offers, and car leasing without a credit check

How to Apply

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Reasonable Adjustments

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support throughout the process and into your work placement.

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