University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Occupational Therapist - Stroke & Neuro Early Supported Discharge
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Occupational Therapist - Stroke & Neuro Early Supported Discharge
Are you a motivated, forward thinking Occupational Therapist?
Do you have a keen interest in neuro rehabilitation with a passion for community working?
We are looking for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our Early Supported Discharge team at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust. This fixed term post is to cover maternity leave for 34 hours per week.
Participation in weekend working and late shifts are integral to this role.
We are keen to discuss your individual requirements and development needs so do get in touch with us to see what we can offer you!
This role requires State Registered (HCPC) Qualification/ BSc (Hons), MSc or Equivalent in Occupational Therapy
Base Location: Community post with UHD base at Canford House, Poole.
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Interview Date: 28th July 2026
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.
If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.
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For UHD employees, this fixed-term post will be offered as a secondment in line with the Trust’s Secondment Policy. Please speak with your line manager before applying
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Jane Phillips
- Job title: Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist
- Email address: jane.phillips26@uhd.nhs.uk
- Telephone number: 0300 019 4473
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