Oxford Health NHS Trust
Occupational Therapist - Secondment
The closing date is 08 November 2026.
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to work in our community Therapy Team in West Oxfordshire.
This opportunity is for a 6 month Secondment.
Working within the planned and preventative pathway whilst helping the unplanned pathway, you will be able to make a real difference to the patients of West Oxfordshire.
As a Occupational Therapist you will work within a rehabilitation team managing a caseload of clients providing a high quality, appropriate, cost effective and efficient intensive rehabilitation service for adult patients in Oxfordshire.
The team is made up of Occupational Therapists, Mental Health OT, Physiotherapists, Assistant Practitioners, Rehab Assistants and Clinical Lead.
Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.
Main duties of the job
- Deliver safe and effective rehabilitative patient care, rehabilitation and discharge planning in partnership with multidisciplinary colleagues across community and acute services.
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised programmes of care, using clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice.
- Work independently and collaboratively to manage a caseload, monitor patient progress and adapt treatment plans as required.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families and carers, ensuring they are fully involved in care planning and decision-making.
- Develop and coordinate comprehensive discharge plans, liaising with health and social care professionals to ensure seamless patient care.
- Maintain accurate clinical records, manage risks appropriately and adhere to safeguarding, governance and infection prevention requirements.
- Support service improvement, performance targets and the development of colleagues through mentoring, education and sharing best practice.
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Details
Date posted: 23 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata | per annum
Contract: Secondment
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 267-INCH8316958
Job locations: Windrush House, Witney, OX29 7DX, United Kingdom
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Essential: Physiotherapy Degree or Occupational Therapy Degree equivalent
- Essential: HCPC registration
- Essential: Band 5 NHS experience or working in social services
Experience
- Essential: good knowledge of rehab community services
- Desirable: previous NHS or UK Adult social Services
Skills
- Essential: Excellent written and verbal communication
- Desirable: Car driver
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.
Employer details
Employer name: Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address: Windrush House, Witney, OX29 7DX, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk
For questions about the job, contact:
Clinical Specialist, Jess Nicholson
[email protected]
07825762601
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