Occupational Therapist

Are you ready to launch or progress your career as a Band 5 Occupational Therapist? Join the dynamic and forward-thinking Royal Surrey Hospital Foundation Trust, where you'll gain exposure to a wide variety of clinical settings, cutting-edge treatments, and multidisciplinary teams - all while developing specialised skills that set you apart in the field of occupational therapy.

As part of our Band 5 rotational programme, you'll explore diverse specialties from orthopaedics to fast-paced A&E, while also working closely with experts in neurology, the frailty team on the older person's unit and treating patients in their own home within hospital outreach.

We are seeking compassionate, motivated and adaptable Occupational Therapists who are eager to develop their clinical expertise in a nurturing and stimulating environment. Essential criteria include:

HCPC registration (or pending)A passion for providing high quality patient careA commitment to teamwork and collaboration across multidisciplinary teamsFlexibility to work some weekends and bank holidays (with time off in lieu)Car owner and driver (essential for community-based rotations)Join us for a fulfilling career

This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to grow, lead, and make a real difference in the lives of patients at a Trust that values its people. If you are passionate about learning, developing, and providing exceptional care, we encourage you to apply.

Main duties of the job

Your rotations include:-

OrthopaedicsA&E, AMU & SDEC (Same Day Emergency Care)Older Persons UnitStroke/NeurologyMedicineMilford Hospital (Sub-Acute Rehab)HOST (Hospital Outreach Support Team)

Why choose Royal Surrey?

Comprehensive Rotational Experience: Fast-track your development with six-month rotations that offer hands-on exposure to multiple specialties.

Dedicated Practice Development Role: our specialist Practice Development Occupational Therapist will provide comprehensive support throughout your induction and preceptorship to build the skills and competencies needed for your role.

State-of-the-art Facilities: work with cutting edge equipment and within teams at the forefront of medical innovations.

Career Growth and Development: we are committed to your professional journey with opportunities for clinical supervision, CPD (Continuing Professional Development) and formal training.

Work-Life Balance: enjoy a range of benefits on offer including a fully equipped gym, access to accommodation and social club

Be Part of a Friendly, Dynamic Team: collaboration and support are at the heart of what we do, ensuring you grow.

Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.

We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.

Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.