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Job requirements
Requirements from the employer’s person specification. These describe the role, not your personal match.
Essential
101 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Knowledge
Occupational Therapy Process - screen referrals, assess and plan treatment programmes, implement and evaluate treatment programmes, monitor and plan discharge.
- Knowledge
Apply relevant theory and models of Occupational Therapy.
- Knowledge
Assess motor, perceptual, cognitive, emotional and psycho-social components of occupational performance.
- Knowledge
Awareness of Risk Assessment and Management.
- Knowledge
Complex discharge planning.
- Knowledge
Understanding of functional implications of illness and disability.
- Knowledge
Disability Rights and Legislation.
- Knowledge
Awareness of the matrix of agencies involved in the delivery of services.
- Knowledge
Awareness of the facets of clinical governance.
- Knowledge
Organisational Awareness.
- Knowledge
Diversity Awareness.
- Knowledge
Current relevant legislation.
- Knowledge
Relevant national and professional guidelines, standards and frameworks.
- Knowledge
Relevant clinical conditions and prognosis.
- Knowledge
Specialised treatment techniques.
- Knowledge
Relevant standardised assessment.
- Knowledge
Provision and fitting of adaptive equipment.
- Knowledge
Fieldwork Education Training.
- Knowledge
Awareness of Risk management and apply to working environment and clinical intervention.
- Personal Qualities and Values
Patient-centred.
- Personal Qualities and Values
Collaborative.
- Personal Qualities and Values
Fair.
- Personal Qualities and Values
Accountable.
- Personal Qualities and Values
Empowered.
- Personal Qualities and Values
Adaptability.
- Personal Qualities and Values
Initiative.
- Personal Qualities and Values
Empathy and Sensitivity.
- Personal Qualities and Values
Ability to influence and persuade.
- Personal Qualities and Values
Patient-focused.
- Personal Qualities and Values
Strive to empower.
- Personal Qualities and Values
Ability to deal effectively with emotional and/or aggressive patients/carers.
- Personal Qualities and Values
Ability to impart difficult and unwelcome information regarding rehabilitation outcomes and support services.
- Personal Qualities and Values
Ability to work in a stressful environment.
- Personal Qualities and Values
Ability to work in isolation with patients and carers away from LTHT premises.
- Training, Development and Leadership
Take responsibility in agreement with line manager for personal development by ensuring that Continuing Professional Development remains a priority.
- Training, Development and Leadership
Provide evidence of ongoing personal development.
- Training, Development and Leadership
Undertake all mandatory training required for the role.
- Training, Development and Leadership
Take an active role in in-service training and coaching colleagues.
- Training, Development and Leadership
Actively participate in activities/training to develop specialist skills and knowledge within the clinical area.
- Training, Development and Leadership
Provide spontaneous and planned advice/training to relatives, carers and others regarding the use of equipment, therapeutic procedures and handling of patients.
- Training, Development and Leadership
Initiate policy and service developments as required.
- Clinical Experience and Responsibilities
Manage autonomously a clinical workload at a specialist level: assessing and treating patients and maintain associated records.
- Clinical Experience and Responsibilities
Provide a patient-focused service following the Occupational Therapy process and using Occupational Therapy core skills.
- Clinical Experience and Responsibilities
Provide complex occupational therapy intervention in a specific clinical speciality.
- Clinical Experience and Responsibilities
Work as an autonomous practitioner addressing occupational therapy performance skills, social context and activity demands in collaboration with patients, carers and colleagues.
- Clinical Experience and Responsibilities
Work autonomously, with mostly indirect supervision.
- Clinical Experience and Responsibilities
Accept clinical responsibility for a designated caseload of patients.
- Clinical Experience and Responsibilities
Interpret and analyse at an advanced level, clinical and non-clinical information across a range of conditions.
- Clinical Experience and Responsibilities
Use clinical reasoning, critical thinking and analysis to develop individual goals and interventions which optimise functional ability.
- Clinical Experience and Responsibilities
Adopt a key role in complex discharge management.
- Clinical Experience and Responsibilities
Undertake fieldwork education of undergraduate students.
- Clinical Experience and Responsibilities
Participate in supervision and appraisal processes.
- Clinical Experience and Responsibilities
Manage, supervise and support designated Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy support staff.
- Clinical Experience and Responsibilities
Participate in clinical governance, quality assurance, audit, outcome measurement and specialist research.
- Clinical Experience and Responsibilities
Work in a variety of settings including wards, therapy departments, clinics, people's homes, workplaces, community facilities, child care and educational establishments.
- Other Requirements and Working Conditions
There is a daily requirement to undertake moderate physical activity lasting approximately 30-60 minutes, for example treatment sessions involving facilitation of movement in functional transferring of patients / provision and fitting of equipment / pushing wheelchairs / using manual handling equipment.
- Other Requirements and Working Conditions
There may be the requirement for the post holder to travel between sites within the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
- Other Requirements and Working Conditions
There is an expectation that staff will drive these cars to transport patients on community assessments and to deliver/fit equipment.
- Other Requirements and Working Conditions
Comply at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Infection Control policies, in particular by practising Universal Infection Control Precautions.
- Other Requirements and Working Conditions
Comply with all policies and procedures designed to ensure equality of employment and that services are delivered in ways that meet the individual needs of patients and their families.
- Other Requirements and Working Conditions
Respect patient confidentiality at all times and not divulge patient information unless sanctioned by the requirements of the role.
- Other Requirements and Working Conditions
This job involves occasional exposure to verbal and physical aggression.
- Other Requirements and Working Conditions
This job involves exposure to distressing circumstances such as terminal illness and unwelcome news.
- Other Requirements and Working Conditions
This job involves exposure to unpleasant working conditions on a daily basis when carrying out personal care activities such as washing and dressing, including direct contact with bodily fluids.
- Other Requirements and Working Conditions
This job involves occasional exposure to very poor unhygienic and unsafe living conditions when carrying out home assessments.
- Qualifications and Professional Registration
Professionally accountable to Health Professions Council.
- Qualifications and Professional Registration
Comply with professional codes of practice, departmental and trust policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Written and Verbal Skills.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Ability to maintain clear lines of appropriate communication.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Ability to work as part of a Team (OT and MDT).
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Interpersonal Skills.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Problem-Solving Skills.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Clinical Reasoning.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Analytical Skills.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Investigative Skills.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Presentation Skills.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Facilitation Skills.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Coaching Skills.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Computer Skills.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Time Management and ability to prioritise.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Ability to Delegate.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Effective Supervision.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Ability to work within flexible hours.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Ability to initiate and take responsibility for personal development.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Ability to ensure that others take responsibility for their personal development.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Ability to work in a changing environment.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Negotiation within limitations of service.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Ability to work under pressure.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Assertiveness Skills.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Ability to move and handle patients.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Ability to promote Occupational Therapy.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Ability to promote and practice clinical governance.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Assess capacity, gain valid informed consent and have the ability to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Use advanced investigative and analytical skills.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools/strategies to communicate complex information effectively to patients/carers.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Ensure safe use of equipment by self and others.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Record interventions accurately and timely using team/trust documentation complying with Occupational Therapy guidelines and legislative requirements.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Complete activity data using team/trust documentation and outcome measures.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Provide written reports complying with Occupational Therapy guidelines and legislative requirements.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Manage time effectively.
Desirable
1 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Clinical, Technical and Organisational Skills
Links with relevant specialist section and other networks.
Job summary
Undertake comprehensive assessments to identify patients' rehabilitation, discharge planning and equipment needs, ensuring safe, effective and person-centred interventions Provide specialist assessment and prescription of complex equipment, including wheelchairs, adaptive equipment and environmental modifications to maximise independence and safety Complete home and environmental visits to assess accessibility, identify risks and facilitate timely, safe discharge. Deliver specialist rehabilitation for patients following limb amputation, supporting adaptation of activities of daily living and promoting functional recovery Manage a complex caseload, demonstrating advanced clinical reasoning, problem-solving and decision-making skills to support patient-centred care planning Work autonomously and collaboratively within the MDT to provide coordinated, high-quality care and achieve positive patient outcomes Contribute to discharge planning processes, ensuring patients, families and carers are supported to transition safely between care settings Support the development and delivery of innovative OT services, contributing to service improvement, quality initiatives and development of rehabilitation pathways Demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Leeds Way values, promoting compassionate, inclusive and patient-focused care Provide clinical leadership, supervision and support to Band 5 OTs, support workers and OT students, fostering learning and professional development
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist(OT) to join the In-patient OT Team at Leeds General Infirmary in a specialist Band 6 role. This post focuses on the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of patients with complex vascular conditions, those undergoing vascular surgery, and individuals following major lower/upper limb amputation. Based within a busy regional arterial centre, you will support a high-volume acute caseload across Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust, with approximately 150major amputation referrals received each year. Working as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will provide expert rehabilitation and discharge planning to help patients maximise independence and achieve meaningful outcomes. The role offers excellent opportunities to develop specialist clinical skills and contribute to service improvement within a supportive teaching hospital environment. You will be supported by an experienced OT team, working closely with colleagues also delivering services across cardiology, cardiac surgery and head and neck specialties. We are looking for an OT with excellent communication, clinical reasoning and team-working skills who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and developing their expertise within a specialist acute setting. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in one of the UK's leading teaching hospi
About us
The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.
Details
- Date posted: 17 September 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 6
- Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 002147
- Job locations: Leeds General Infirmary, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 3EX, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
For questions about this job, contact:
Cheryl Donbachie
Occupational Therapist
cheryl.donachie@nhs.net Shortlisting Date: Interview Date: 14th October
Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist(OT) to join the In-patient OT Team at Leeds General Infirmary in a specialist Band 6 role.
This post focuses on the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of patients with complex vascular conditions, those undergoing vascular surgery, and individuals following major lower/upper limb amputation. Based within a busy regional arterial centre, you will support a high-volume acute caseload across Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust, with approximately 150major amputation referrals received each year.
Working as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will provide expert rehabilitation and discharge planning to help patients maximise independence and achieve meaningful outcomes. The role offers excellent opportunities to develop specialist clinical skills and contribute to service improvement within a supportive teaching hospital environment.
You will be supported by an experienced OT team, working closely with colleagues also delivering services across cardiology, cardiac surgery and head and neck specialties.
We are looking for an OT with excellent communication, clinical reasoning and team-working skills who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and developing their expertise within a specialist acute setting. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in one of the UK's leading teaching hospitals.
Why you should join our Team
Main duties of the job
- Undertake comprehensive assessments to identify patients' rehabilitation, discharge planning and equipment needs, ensuring safe, effective and person-centred interventions
- Provide specialist assessment and prescription of complex equipment, including wheelchairs, adaptive equipment and environmental modifications to maximise independence and safety
- Complete home and environmental visits to assess accessibility, identify risks and facilitate timely, safe discharge.
- Deliver specialist rehabilitation for patients following limb amputation, supporting adaptation of activities of daily living and promoting functional recovery
- Manage a complex caseload, demonstrating advanced clinical reasoning, problem-solving and decision-making skills to support patient-centred care planning
- Work autonomously and collaboratively within the MDT to provide coordinated, high-quality care and achieve positive patient outcomes
- Contribute to discharge planning processes, ensuring patients, families and carers are supported to transition safely between care settings
- Support the development and delivery of innovative OT services, contributing to service improvement, quality initiatives and development of rehabilitation pathways
- Demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Leeds Way values, promoting compassionate, inclusive and patient-focused care
- Provide clinical leadership, supervision and support to Band 5 OT’s, support workers and OT students, fostering learning and professional development
About us
What you will bring to the role
Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
Our Trust values
The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
We are….
Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind
Our Trust priorities
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time
Our priorities:
People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
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This advert is for Occupational Therapist with Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Leeds, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist role. The advertised salary is £39959.00 to £48117.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 01 Oct 2026.
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