Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a newly qualified and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our Community In-patient rehabilitation Band 5 rotation based at Magnolia unit ( Complex multipathology/ Stroke - Neuro) , Capetown ward ( general inpatient rehabilitation ) and Canterbury ward( Non- weight bearing and stepdown pathway) . There is potential to expand the rotations to cover community services in future. Candidates will need the skills and ability to cope with fast paced environment MDT environment. The Occupational Therapy team is part of the Integrated Therapies Service and staff benefit from a supportive environment and excellent learning opportunities though collaborative care team working. The successful post holder will be required to participate in seven day working rota. For further information on the above post please contact: Kavita Shastri Integrated Therapies Lead ( Inpatient rehabilitation) kavita.shastri@nhs.net 07974878754 Main duties of the job To provide occupational therapy assessment and intervention to all patients referred in the area of work. To be an active member of the multidisciplinary team. To participate in clinical projects, service developments, audits and service reviews as agreed and supported by the Team Lead OT and integrated therapies lead. To actively participate in the available rotations. About us NMUH North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Hospital Trust (NMUH) is one of Londons busiest healthcare providers, providing hospital care and community services for the 350,000 people living in Enfield, Haringey and beyond. Our specialist services include HIV, cardiology, blood disorders, diabetes, fertility, sickle cell and thalassemia. In addition to a full range of cancer diagnosis and treatment services, the Helen Rollason Cancer Support Centre is based on-site and provides services to support cancer patients wellbeing. We also provide community services and have a dedicated 0-19 service for children and young people in Enfield so that they can get the best possible start in life. This includes health visitors and school nurses who are delivering the national Healthy Child Programme, which provides a structured framework for the delivery of key interventions to support the health and wellbeing of children and families from 0 to 5 and school aged children from 5-19. The 0-19 service aims to improve pathways and partnerships with services in the hospital and deliver excellent care for the children and families. For more information, please access the following link: https://www.northmid.nhs.uk/ Details Date posted 04 July 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £34,521 to £41,956 a year Inclusive of Outer HCAs per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 391-NMUH-7081422-A Job locations Community sites - Magnolia unit, Capetown & Canterbury wards St Michael's Primary Care centre, EN2 0JB / Chase Farm Hospital Enfield EN2 0JB Job description Job responsibilities For full job description please refer to detailed job description and personal specification documents Job description Job responsibilities For full job description please refer to detailed job description and personal specification documents Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential BSc in Occupational Therapy or equivalent Evidence of CPD HCPC registration Desirable Member of RCOT Skills and abilities Essential Competent IT skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to actively contribute to, and work within an MDT Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate Ability to work at a moderate to high levels of physical activity including the involvement in manual therapy, therapeutic handling of patients and the assessment, demonstration and provision/installation of specialist equipment and/or minor adaptations. Ability to work within Trust and Department guidelines and policies including equal opportunities and Health and Safety to meet the needs of the patients and colleagues. awareness of health conditions Orthopaedic, stroke, neurological conditions Awareness of the MCA and role of cognition in OT interventions Desirable Experience of working within the NHS setting / rehabilitation setting Experience Essential Undergraduate experience of working in a variety of healthcare settings Experience of OT assessment and intervention with patients in a physical acute, rehab and/or community setting (e.g. medical, surgical, orthopaedic or neurological patients across the lifespan). Experience of continuing professional development Knowledge of the occupational therapy process and application for clinical practice Knowledge of models of OT practice and practical application Knowledge and understanding of evidence based practice. Awareness of group working Awareness of the role of OT within a physical rehabilitation setting Awareness of recent NHS legislation, recommendations, NICE guidelines Desirable experience of managing a caseload advanced computer literacy Participation in the audit process Personal qualities Essential Commitment to lifelong learning. Willingness to work flexibly Be able to work within a team Understanding of confidentiality and ability to communicate effectively with others Other requirements Essential Full valid UK drivers license Ability to participate in a 7 day service Desirable Car owner / driver with access to vehicle for work related purposes Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential BSc in Occupational Therapy or equivalent Evidence of CPD HCPC registration Desirable Member of RCOT Skills and abilities Essential Competent IT skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to actively contribute to, and work within an MDT Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate Ability to work at a moderate to high levels of physical activity including the involvement in manual therapy, therapeutic handling of patients and the assessment, demonstration and provision/installation of specialist equipment and/or minor adaptations. Ability to work within Trust and Department guidelines and policies including equal opportunities and Health and Safety to meet the needs of the patients and colleagues. awareness of health conditions Orthopaedic, stroke, neurological conditions Awareness of the MCA and role of cognition in OT interventions Desirable Experience of working within the NHS setting / rehabilitation setting Experience Essential Undergraduate experience of working in a variety of healthcare settings Experience of OT assessment and intervention with patients in a physical acute, rehab and/or community setting (e.g. medical, surgical, orthopaedic or neurological patients across the lifespan). Experience of continuing professional development Knowledge of the occupational therapy process and application for clinical practice Knowledge of models of OT practice and practical application Knowledge and understanding of evidence based practice. Awareness of group working Awareness of the role of OT within a physical rehabilitation setting Awareness of recent NHS legislation, recommendations, NICE guidelines Desirable experience of managing a caseload advanced computer literacy Participation in the audit process Personal qualities Essential Commitment to lifelong learning. Willingness to work flexibly Be able to work within a team Understanding of confidentiality and ability to communicate effectively with others Other requirements Essential Full valid UK drivers license Ability to participate in a 7 day service Desirable Car owner / driver with access to vehicle for work related purposes 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Address Community sites - Magnolia unit, Capetown & Canterbury wards St Michael's Primary Care centre, EN2 0JB / Chase Farm Hospital Enfield EN2 0JB Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Address Community sites - Magnolia unit, Capetown & Canterbury wards St Michael's Primary Care centre, EN2 0JB / Chase Farm Hospital Enfield EN2 0JB Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Community sites - Magnolia unit, Capetown & Canterbury wards, St Michael's Primary Care centre, EN2 0JB / Chase Farm Hospital, EN2 0JB Enfield, United Kingdom