# Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist - Stroke Rehabilitation > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/clinical-lead-occupational-therapist-stroke-rehabilitation/8ceee3e2-989f-4ecd-93ad-06f92ac89a1b - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/clinical-lead-occupational-therapist-stroke-rehabilitation/8ceee3e2-989f-4ecd-93ad-06f92ac89a1b.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Carlisle - **Region:** North East and Yorkshire - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Occupational Therapist - **Grade:** Band 7 - **Salary:** £49,387 - £56,515 Per annum - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (May transition to seven day working which would then require weekend working and some bank holiday cover.) - **Closing date:** 2026-06-22T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-05T13:22:19.172Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Cumbria/Hensingham/North_Cumbria_Integrated_Care_NHS_Foundation_Trust/WCH_CIC_OT/WCH_CIC_OT-v8044956 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8044956?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.ncic.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Band 7 Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist -  Stroke Rehabilitation. Permanent contract, 37.5hrs per week. We are seeking to recruit a Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist within the West Cumberland Hospital Stroke Rehabilitation team. The successful applicant will provide clinical leadership to the Stroke Rehabilitation Occupational Therapy team, as well as delivering the assessment and treatment of complex patients within this specialist area. Although predominantly situated within the Stroke Rehabilitation Team, the role also requires cross‑cover into the acute setting to provide operational support, oversight and leadership during periods of high demand and staff absence. A Band 6–7 development post will also be considered, with the expectation that the successful candidate will meet the full role requirements within 12–18 months. ### Main duties of the job The service is part of a strong Occupational Therapy network, with links to the teams in West Cumberland Hospital, Cumberland Infirmary Carlisle, as well as the wider health and social care settings across North Cumbria. This provides many professional development opportunities and there is a strong focus on CPD within the team. You will have access to high quality, regular clinical supervision, and we offer an excellent induction, ongoing professional support and a highly rewarding job to the successful applicant. To manage the Occupational Therapy teams servicing  stroke inpatient areas. Plan, allocate and evaluate clinical workloads and service delivery in these areas using audit and research skills. Act as clinical specialist to Occupational Therapy staff and other Health Care Professionals (in acute and community) for stroke interventions and discharge planning. Ensure the provision of quality occupational therapy services across  the  Stroke Rehabilitation OT team. To provide responsive quality occupational therapy assessment and intervention to patients across the Stroke Rehabilitation wards. Work with the Head OT, Deputy Head OT and other Clinical Lead OTs, to lead on change management to promote quality healthcare provision. Provide support and cross cover to the acute aspects of the Occupational Therapy Department at times of service pressure and in the absence of the Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist for the acute team. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities JOB DESCRIPTION: Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP: Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL).  Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information. This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information. Disclosure and Barring Service: 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. The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits: 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme NHS Discounts* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work* Excellent opportunities for development* Competitive NHS Pension scheme Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems *Subject to eligibility Important Information: Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. ## Job Details Band 7 Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist - Stroke Rehabilitation. Permanent contract, 37.5hrs per week. We are seeking to recruit a Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist within the West Cumberland Hospital Stroke Rehabilitation team. The successful applicant will provide clinical leadership to the Stroke Rehabilitation Occupational Therapy team, as well as delivering the assessment and treatment of complex patients within this specialist area. Although predominantly situated within the Stroke Rehabilitation Team, the role also requires cross‑cover into the acute setting to provide operational support, oversight and leadership during periods of high demand and staff absence. A Band 6–7 development post will also be considered, with the expectation that the successful candidate will meet the full role requirements within 12–18 months. ## Job Description The service is part of a strong Occupational Therapy network, with links to the teams in West Cumberland Hospital, Cumberland Infirmary Carlisle, as well as the wider health and social care settings across North Cumbria. This provides many professional development opportunities and there is a strong focus on CPD within the team. You will have access to high quality, regular clinical supervision, and we offer an excellent induction, ongoing professional support and a highly rewarding job to the successful applicant. To manage the Occupational Therapy teams servicing stroke inpatient areas. Plan, allocate and evaluate clinical workloads and service delivery in these areas using audit and research skills. Act as clinical specialist to Occupational Therapy staff and other Health Care Professionals (in acute and community) for stroke interventions and discharge planning. Ensure the provision of quality occupational therapy services across the Stroke Rehabilitation OT team. To provide responsive quality occupational therapy assessment and intervention to patients across the Stroke Rehabilitation wards. Work with the Head OT, Deputy Head OT and other Clinical Lead OTs, to lead on change management to promote quality healthcare provision. Provide support and cross cover to the acute aspects of the Occupational Therapy Department at times of service pressure and in the absence of the Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist for the acute team. ## Responsibilities JOB DESCRIPTION: Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP: Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information. This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information. Disclosure and Barring Service: 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. The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits: 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme NHS Discounts* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work* Excellent opportunities for development* Competitive NHS Pension scheme Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems *Subject to eligibility Important Information: Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. ## Person Specification ### Knowledge **Essential** - Specialist knowledge and understanding of current OT best practice within stroke rehabilitation. - Detailed knowledge and understanding of clinical governance and its application. - Health, safety and risk awareness. - Continuing professional development portfolio. - Occupational Therapy models of practice. - Specialist Occupational Therapy equipment. - Environmental adaptations, options and processes **Desirable** - Recruitment and selection procedures. - Evidence of relevant post graduate training relevant to specialty. - Evidence of research. - Understanding of service development as part of Health and Social Policy - Experience of care pathway development - Resolution of professional/ethical issues ### Experience **Essential** - Clinical experience specific to specialty. - Significant post qualification experience. - Dealing with patients and carers with complex rehabilitation and emotional needs. - Multi-disciplinary team working. - Supervision and appraisal of staff. - Supervision of students. - Audit procedures. - Completed audit projects. - Service/practice innovation. - Management experience. **Desirable** - Managing change. - Capacity and demand measurements. ### Qualifications **Essential** - Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent. - Current registration with HCPC - Accredited wheelchair prescriber or equivalent. - Accredited practice placement educator or equivalent. - Relevant post graduate diploma or equivalent. **Desirable** - Master’s degree or equivalent. - Leadership or management certificate or equivalent. - Essential IT skills (EITS) or equivalent. ### Other requirements **Essential** - Willing to work flexibly. - Ability to travel extensively across North Cumbria. **Desirable** - Driving licence. ### Skills and Aptitudes **Essential** - Ability to work independently, setting priorities. - Effective strategies for meeting deadlines. - Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills. - Effective leadership skills. - Presentation and teaching skills. - Ability to reflect on and critically appraise performance and identify training needs. - Ability to facilitate resolution of professional and ethical issues. - Planning and decision making skills. - Ability to work under pressure and maintain effective work life balance. - Ability to flexibly work in light of differing service pressures. - Ability to demonstrate the compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care. **Desirable** - Research Skills ### Personal Circumstances **Essential** - Commitment to lifelong learning. - Excellent communication, both verbal and written, in formal and informal situations - Awareness of own skill boundaries and when to seek help. - Enthusiastic, resilient, motivated and innovative. - Team player. **Desirable** - Member of RCOT. - Member of Special Interest Group. ## Documents - [262-a-26-8044956 clinical lead occupational therapist - stroke rehabilitation b7 (pdf, 424.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10333931) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.