Job overview
Closing date: 6th September 2026
Shortlisting to take place after closing date: Commencing 7th September 2026
Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: W/C 14th September 2026
We have an exciting opportunity for motivated Occupational Therapist who is keen to learn and develop their skills by joining our established rotation across community/intermediate care, children's, neurology, rheumatology and acute in patient settings. These rotational posts will allow Band 5 therapists to develop their core clinical skills. There are opportunities for service development and involvement in audit and clinical governance.
The Trust has a reputation for being at the forefront of NHS modernisation. It considers the welfare and development of its staff to be of paramount importance. We, as a service, offer supported training opportunities, both internal and external (to Masters level), supervision/mentorship and an established development framework which supports CPD.
Candidates must have a BSc in Occupational Therapy and have HCPC registration.
A clean British driving license is essential as is access to a car with business insurance, we are happy to accept applicants who are working towards getting a full driving license.
We can offer staff gymnasiums on both hospital sites, final salary pension scheme including life assurance cover and advice on childcare.
Main duties of the job
The post holders will be based within the therapy team. Candidates may have the opportunity to work between acute care, community, paediatrics, neurology, and outpatient settings. The teams consist of static and rotational Occupational therapists and Physiotherapists, Therapy Assistants and administrative support.
The services in some areas provide 7 day cover and the successful applicant must therefore be prepared to work weekends and extended days.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Good communication and organisation skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Evidence of CPD
- Competent IT skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
Experience
Essential
- Recent NHS/Social Care experience through placement and/or employment
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy studies
- HCPC (we invite graduates who are waiting for HCPC registration)
Desirable
- Member of BAOT
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This advert is for Occupational Therapist - Rotational with Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy Dept. Bradford Teaching Hospitals. It is listed as a Occupational Therapist role. The advertised salary is £32073.00 to £39043.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 06 Sep 2026.
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