Job summary Band 5-to-6 Developmental Occupational Therapist at Broomfield Hospital, Chelmsford. Full time (37.5 hours) Part time hours / job share considered An exciting opportunity has arisen at Broomfield hospital for a Occupational Therapist to join the therapy team in a band 5 to 6 development position. We are looking for a dynamic Occupational Therapist who is keen to work in an acute hospital setting across a range of specialities. The position is ideal for band 5 Occupational Therapist looking to develop their skills and progress into a band 6 position. You will be supported via a bespoke developmental plan and receive input to complete set competencies over a 6 month period. Other specific areas for development will be negotiated. Progress towards re-banding to band 6 level will be regularly reviewed and discussed. Once you have achieved the developmental competencies, you willbe part of an agile, friendly, highly motivated team of therapists working within multidisciplinary teams delivering rehabilitation to, and discharge planning for, patients on our inpatient adult population. Within Mid and South Essex Foundation Trust we offer a robust teaching and training program with the opportunity to complete Quality Improvement and Audit projects, we provide a supportive and engaging environment to develop and grow our therapists. If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today. Main duties of the job Our therapy team at Broomfield is now led by a whole new management team with an agreed ethos of improved opportunities for all staff. You will be responsible for assessing, treating and clinically managing patients with a range of conditions and functional deficits, and creating the treatment program required to achieve a successful discharge. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the provision of Occupational Therapist in the acute setting; excellent communication skills, and a desire to grow and develop people and services around them. The post holder will participate in our rostered weekend and public holiday service working approximately one weekend a month. About us Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people. We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us. We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress Date posted 20 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 390-CSS-BR-9446 Job locations Broomfield Broomfield Chelmsford CM1 7ET Job description Job responsibilities Communicates effectively through using written, verbal, non-verbal and listening skills. Demonstrates effective and assertive behaviour in confrontational and moderately complex situations. With minimal guidance is able to balance clinical and non-clinical commitments. Ensure that Occupational Therapy treatment is based on theoretical knowledge and clinical reasoning skills are used to justify intervention and support own practice in routine situations. Adheres to HCPC regulations and Royal College of Occupational Therapy professional code of conduct. Acts in accordance with Staff Values and Behaviours. Demonstrates CPD though participation in internal and external development opportunities, recording learning outcomes in portfolio. Is aware of and implements Trust and Departmental Policies and Procedures To be responsible for maintaining stock and using equipment and resources in a professional way To be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with Occupational Therapists standards of practice This list is not exhaustive. Please refer to the full job description. Job description Job responsibilities Communicates effectively through using written, verbal, non-verbal and listening skills. Demonstrates effective and assertive behaviour in confrontational and moderately complex situations. With minimal guidance is able to balance clinical and non-clinical commitments. Ensure that Occupational Therapy treatment is based on theoretical knowledge and clinical reasoning skills are used to justify intervention and support own practice in routine situations. Adheres to HCPC regulations and Royal College of Occupational Therapy professional code of conduct. Acts in accordance with Staff Values and Behaviours. Demonstrates CPD though participation in internal and external development opportunities, recording learning outcomes in portfolio. Is aware of and implements Trust and Departmental Policies and Procedures To be responsible for maintaining stock and using equipment and resources in a professional way To be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with Occupational Therapists standards of practice This list is not exhaustive. Please refer to the full job description. Person Specification Skills and Experience Essential Experience within specific acute hospital areas Experience of working as a band 5 OT Relevant experience within a variety of service [ie., ortho, med, elderly, stroke] Desirable Experience of MDT working Evidence of helping support students or junior staff Qualification Essential HCPC registration as Occupational Therapist Qualified or soon to qualify with Graduate Diploma or Degree in Occuptional Therapy Desirable RCOT registered member Person Specification Skills and Experience Essential Experience within specific acute hospital areas Experience of working as a band 5 OT Relevant experience within a variety of service [ie., ortho, med, elderly, stroke] Desirable Experience of MDT working Evidence of helping support students or junior staff Qualification Essential HCPC registration as Occupational Therapist Qualified or soon to qualify with Graduate Diploma or Degree in Occuptional Therapy Desirable RCOT registered member 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 Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Broomfield Broomfield Chelmsford CM1 7ET Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)