Specialist Occupational Therapist

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Community Stroke Services for Specialist Occupational Therapists to join our team, supporting the delivery of high-quality occupational therapy and rehabilitation to stroke survivors across North East Essex. We currently have two opportunities available: one permanent position (35 hours per week) and one fixed-term position (22.5 hours per week) until 3 January 2028. The Community Stroke Service provides needs-led rehabilitation for people who develop new or changing therapeutic needs following stroke. The service works in line with the Integrated Community Stroke Service (ICSS) model, providing responsive, person-centred support based on individual need. The postholder will work as part of an established multidisciplinary team comprising Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapists, a Psychologist, a Stroke Nurse and an experienced team of Associate and Assistant Practitioners., Provide high-quality, safe, evidence-based and goal-focused rehabilitation to stroke survivors, supporting them to maximise their independence, become active partners in their care and, wherever possible, remain within their own homes and communities. Undertake holistic specialist occupational therapy assessment and intervention, addressing the physical, cognitive, psychological, functional and environmental impact of stroke. Deliver six-month post-stroke reviews, using a holistic and person-centred approach to identify ongoing or emerging needs, review progress and recovery, and facilitate appropriate intervention, advice, onward referral or signposting. Work collaboratively with stroke survivors, their families and carers, and the wider multidisciplinary team to support personalised rehabilitation and longer-term recovery. Apply clear clinical reasoning and specialist assessment and intervention skills in the management of people with stroke and neurological conditions. Contribute to the
ongoing development and improvement of the Community Stroke Service.

We are one of the largest NHS organisation in the region, employing over 12,000 staff. We deliver care from two main hospitals in Colchester & Ipswich, six community hospitals, clinics and patient's homes. Our scale provides exciting opportunities for development, innovation, research, education and training. Talk to us about our range of flexible working opportunities, apprenticeships and staff benefits Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is at the heart of all we do; and it forms part of ESNEFTs core activities. The Trust operates and relies on everyone treating each other with dignity and respect, to receive equitable and fair treatment in the implementation of Policies, procedures and in its practices and to foster positive work relationships. The EDI Agenda reflects the Trust values of Optimistic, Appreciative and Kind. In line with the NHS Long Term Plan and Staff Standards, we consistently strive to improve, to take the learning into Action for a better ESNEFT.