Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist - Neurosurgery

Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, and dynamic Occupational Therapist to join our established Neurosurgical Team at Hull Royal Infirmary to work as a clinical lead whilst the current post holder is on maternity leave. This is an opportunity for a candidate to consolidate and further improve leadership and clinical skills at a senior level.

It is expected that the applicant for this post will have comprehensive experience working in the areas of clinical neurosciences, preferably with experience in neurosurgery/ neuro- rehabilitation/ stroke

The candidate will have direct input into the assessment and treatment of patients hence, will need to be able to demonstrate an advanced skill set including a proven ability to proficiently assess cognition and performance using both standardised and non- standardised assessment. You will be instrumental in leading the therapy team in the delivery of evidence based interventions to facilitate recovery, promote well being and optimise independent functioning as far as reasonably possible in all areas of life.

As the Clinical lead Occupational Therapist you will also be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the day to day management of junior members of a team from both an Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy perspective.

Please note this position could be offered on Band 6/7 development post basis but is a Fixed Term Contract for 12 months to cover a maternity leave within the team

Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will provide joint leadership to the neurosurgical therapy team, and clinically will be responsible for the comprehensive assessment, rehabilitation, onward care and discharge planning to patients referred by the MDT.

The Post holder will work clinically as part of as an Integrated Therapy team, ward MDT and wider MDT to deliver highly skilled assessment, interventions, discharge planning, and signposting to various services across the region. Networking and building partnerships with other agencies involved in patient care to both identify and address immediate and ongoing needs.

The post holder will be responsible for the training, development, and work performance of the therapy team, in collaboration of the Physiotherapy Clinical Leads.

The Clinical lead OT will contribute to the management and development of the Neurosurgery therapy team in conjunction with the Operational Lead. Attending senior meetings in relation to Clinical Governance and Operational meetings.

The successful candidate will be required to work flexibly as there is an expectation that staff in the team support with providing a seven day service.

Details
Closing date: 04 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum
Contract: Fixed term, 12 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 356-26-8372840
Location: Hull Royal Infirmary, Anlaby Road, Hull, HU3 2JZ

Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications

• Essential: Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy; HCPC registration (or applied for); Accredited student educator
• Desirable: Post-graduate training/ qualification i.e. MSc, PGDip in relevant topics; Post Graduate qualification/ experience in leadership

Knowledge, Training & Experience

• Essential: Ability to demonstrate significant consolidated clinical experience at senior level in acute/neuro specialities; Able to work alone and as part of a team
• Desirable: Ability to demonstrate clinical experience in acute settings

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• Essential: Must be literate, numerate and possess advanced verbal communication skills; Ability to manage highly complex caseload; Ability to analyse, select and apply appropriate therapy interventions from a range of modalities; Demonstrate ability to prioritise caseload and delegate clinical and non-clinical duties to staff of a lower grade; Evidence of improvements in practice; Create opportunities to develop self and others; Lead the planning and delivery of in-service training; Ability to monitor and manage the performance of staff within the team; Ability to lead the Therapy team to maintain clinical standards for the service
• Desirable: Member of relevant CSP special interest group or equivalent

Other Requirements

• Essential: Commitment to CPD and evidence working to the 4 pillars of practice; To accept change and help support others during times of transition

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. Applicants from overseas must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details
Employer name: Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Employer's website: https://www.hey.nhs.uk/

Contact
Head of Therapies: Sharon Murray, sharon.murray21@nhs.net, 01482482279