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Band 5 Occupational Therapist
We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated Occupational Therapist to join our supportive department of Occupational Therapists and assistants within Adult Services based at Wythenshawe Hospital. The rotation also reaches out to community rotations based in South Manchester and the Stroke unit based at Trafford General Hospital.
Wythenshawe Hospital is a large teaching hospital and is the ideal opportunity for anyone wishing to develop their clinical skills whilst being able to contribute to clinical effectiveness within the Trust. The department is committed to CPD and moving governments initiatives forward.
The post will rotate through a number of specialty areas including; Trauma & Orthopaedics, Complex Health & Medicine, Respiratory, Cardiology, Stroke, Surgery, AMU & Emergency Department, ICT (Intermediate Care) and Home Pathway.
Main duties of the job
- Carry out Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment interventions, considering the persons physical, cognitive and psychological needs.
- Work in a variety of settings including acute and rehab wards, out-patients and community bedded units as well as completing assessments in patients homes.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to achieve patient rehabilitation goals, facilitating discharges home or to rehabilitation settings.
- Participate in training, service development and clinical meetings.
- A flexible attitude, excellent interpersonal and team working skills are essential.
About Us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Details
- Date posted: 08 October 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 5
- Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 349-CSS-8330903-RL4
- Job locations:
- Wythenshawe Hospital
- Southmoor Road
- Baguley
- M23 9LT
- United Kingdom
Job Description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.
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Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Health Care Professions Council Registration
Experience
Essential
- A broad-base of Practice placement/Clinical experiences including Acute Physical services
Desirable
- Community experience either clinical or placement
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
- Ability to work independently
- Good clinical reasoning and problem solving skills
- Ability to perform well in a stressful environment
- Flexible to meet service delivery
Desirable
- Full British driving license or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical knowledge of acute conditions and management
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and implications to practice
- Awareness of wider local and NHS issues
Desirable
- Knowledge of rehabilitation models of practice
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement
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