Band 6 Senior Occupational Therapist

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Band 6 Senior Occupational Therapist

The closing date is 28 September 2026

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Job summary

If you are looking for the opportunity to progress in your Occupational Therapy career in an inclusive & innovative department then this could be perfect for you.

We currently have two permanent, full-time opportunities. The successful applicants will join our clinical rotation across QEHB, which includes oncology, haematology, burns and plastics, acute medicine, healthcare for older people, neurosciences, stroke, specialist surgery, renal surgery and medicine, and cardiothoracic services.

You will have the opportunity to work with Senior colleagues and work within a multi-disciplinary team. We offer support with specialist areas including postural management, wheelchairs and splinting. You will be expected to supervise and support junior OT staff and provide daily leadership to your clinical team.

You will have access to regular supervision as well as a therapy wide Band 6 development programme.

This post comes with the support of specialist teams and Senior colleagues. This is extended by our School of Nursing, AHPs and Midwifery. The school offers opportunities for career growth and development, and our focus is on providing a supportive environment as part of continuing professional development. We want you to feel a sense of belonging, community, commitment and support whilst working at UHB.

If you are looking for the opportunity to progress in your Occupational Therapy career in an inclusive & innovative department then this could be perfect for you.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a flexible approach to service delivery, and the ability to work autonomously within the scope of the role. Strong organisational and time-management skills are essential.

You will use effective clinical reasoning and prioritisation skills to manage your workload safely and efficiently, while consistently delivering person-centred practice. You will provide evidence of relevant courses and training and demonstrate an ongoing commitment to continuing professional development.

You will have relevant clinical experience appropriate to the post, including experience of working in an acute NHS setting and as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team.

The role includes supervising and supporting staff, completing annual appraisals, and contributing to the education and development of undergraduate students during their clinical placements.

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

304-1103627

Job locations

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Hiring Manager

Joanne Leek

joanne.leek@uhb.nhs.uk

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The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a flexible approach to service delivery, and the ability to work autonomously within the scope of the role. Strong organisational and time-management skills are essential.

You will use effective clinical reasoning and prioritisation skills to manage your workload safely and efficiently, while consistently delivering person-centred practice. You will provide evidence of relevant courses and training and demonstrate an ongoing commitment to continuing professional development.

You will have relevant clinical experience appropriate to the post, including experience of working in an acute NHS setting and as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team.

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

We currently have two permanent, full-time opportunities. The successful applicants will join our clinical rotation across QEHB, which includes oncology, haematology, burns and plastics, acute medicine, healthcare for older people, neurosciences, stroke, specialist surgery, renal surgery and medicine, and cardiothoracic services.

You will have the opportunity to work with Senior colleagues and work within a multi-disciplinary team. We offer support with specialist areas including postural management, wheelchairs and splinting. You will be expected to supervise and support junior OT staff and provide daily leadership to your clinical team.

You will have access to regular supervision as well as a therapy wide Band 6 development programme.

This post comes with the support of specialist teams and Senior colleagues. This is extended by our School of Nursing, AHPs and Midwifery. The school offers opportunities for career growth and development, and our focus is on providing a supportive environment as part of continuing professional development. We want you to feel a sense of belonging, community, commitment and support whilst working at UHB.

If you are looking for the opportunity to progress in your Occupational Therapy career in an inclusive & innovate department then this could be perfect for you.