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Occupational Therapist
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Occupational Therapist
Veterans Community Occupational Therapist (Maternity Cover)
Salénd: Up to £45,994
Location: Hybrid working – remote and in the Community.
Region: Northern Ireland Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week Contract: 12-months Full-Time Contract (FTC)
About Us
At Help for Heroes, we help the Armed Forces community live well after service.
Life can be tough when a military career comes to an end, especially if it has been cut short by illness or injury. Overnight, people lose not only their job, but also a support network that is like family. We help address various needs, including:
- Mental and physical health
- Welfare issues
- Providing skills/confidence to adapt to life after service
We are looking for a committed Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team and help veterans, families, serving personnel, and military-supporting individuals transition smoothly.
Job Overview
An exciting opportunity to join the Services team at Help for Heroes as a Veterans Community Occupational Therapist, supporting veterans and their families in accessing tailored clinical and functional support.
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About You
We are looking for a Registered Occupational Therapist who:
- Has at least two years of experience
- Shows empathy and understanding for the Armed Forces Community’s needs
- Is motivated to improve the quality of life for veterans and their families
The Role
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide community-based occupational therapy for veterans, focusing on:
- Physical health
- Independence
- Daily functioning
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Collaborate with veterans, their families, and networks to:
- Assess needs
- Co-dévelop practical and person-centred solutions
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Support veterans in navigating:
- Healthcare systems
- Support pathways, with a focus on independence and wellbeing -Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses and other professionals.
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Contribute to education, outreach, and engagement activities to provide support tailored to the Armed Forces Community.
The Team
You’ll join the Help for Heroes clinical team in Northern Ireland, providing crucial community-based support to veterans.
Our mission: Champion and transform transitions for the Armed Forces Community, fostering independence and long-term wellbeing through a collaborative, tailored approach.
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Benefits
We Offer:
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Membership of a team that makes a meaningful difference to the community — with a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
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Leave entitlement:
- 29 days’ annual leave + full bank holiday rights (regardless of service) + birthday off to celebrate!
- Ability to buy and sell up to 5 days' annual leave per year.
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Immediate access to:
- A free health scheme on day one, including:
- Dental
- Opticians
- Massages
- Plus options for upgrades
- A free health scheme on day one, including:
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3 volunteer days per year to support Help for Heroes initiatives.
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A generous pension scheme:
- Employee contribution minimum of 3% matched by an 8% employer contribution
- Life insurance coverage (up to 4× salary, active member only).
Closing date: 28th July 2026
Note: We may close this vacancy early if strong applications exceed demand.
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