Specialist Occupational Therapist (B6 - B7 Development Post)

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This post is offered as a developmental opportunity for an occupational therapist with any experience or passion in rehabilitation, physical disability, stroke, neurological or complex care settings who wishes to progress towards a highly specialist Band 7 neurological rehabilitation occupational therapist role. Subject to successful achievement of agreed competencies, supervision milestones and service development objectives, there is the potential to progress to Band 7 within an anticipated 18‑24 month timeframe. The successful candidate will receive a structured development programme including: Enhanced clinical supervision from an experienced neurorehabilitation occupational therapist.

Access to specialist training in neurological rehabilitation. Development in therapeutic handling. Formal training in assessment and intervention for prolonged disorders of consciousness (PDoC).

Opportunities to work alongside experienced physiotherapy colleagues within an interdisciplinary rehabilitation model. Leadership and service development experience to support progression into a specialist Band 7 role. This is an exciting time to join the Daley Centre as we continue to develop and strengthen our occupational therapy provision within neurological rehabilitation.

We are looking for an ambitious occupational therapist who is passionate about service development, clinical leadership, and delivering meaningful rehabilitation outcomes for individuals with complex neurological needs. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and influence the future direction of occupational therapy within the service, alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team and wider national occupational therapy directorate. Flexible and part‑time arrangements will be considered for the right candidate.

About the Daley Care Centre The Daley Care Centre (Sheffield, S36 2QE) is a specialist neurological complex care service dedicated to supporting individuals with high nursing needs, acquired brain injury (ABI) and complex neurological conditions. Our dedicated team of registered nurses, support workers and in‑house therapists work together to deliver comprehensive care and support with measurable outcomes. The centre provides 24 spacious bedrooms, each with its own en‑suite wet room.

It has been recently refurbished with excellent on‑site facilities, including a fully equipped modern gym for physiotherapy and occupational therapy sessions, an independent living skills kitchen to promote functional independence, and numerous dedicated therapy rooms. We support patients with Severe or moderate acquired brain injury (ABI) Other neurological conditions, stroke and spinal injuries Early or late post‑injury, long‑term, short‑term, respite and lifelong care Tracheostomy and ventilator care Individuals with some complex needs and behaviours (assessed on an individual basis) Clinical Team The Daley Care Centre has a dedicated clinical team that provides multidisciplinary input including occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech and language therapy and nursing staff. Occupational Therapy Directorate Under the leadership of our occupational therapy directors we support over 185 occupational therapists.

Working together as a large team we provide support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups and become involved in service development. Every service line has a clinical lead occupational therapist to lead and develop evidence based practice and agreed occupational therapy pathway. We ensure our occupational therapists have a voice through participating in service model development, utilising the expertise and support of our clinical lead occupational therapists.

Contact To discuss this role with the recruiting occupational therapist or arrange an informal visit, please contact [email protected] or Alex [email protected]. We would be more than happy to facilitate this. Diversity & Inclusion We are a disability confident employer and offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer.

In certain recruitment situations, the employer may limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled and non‑disabled people. Why Join Us We care about people in our services. Expert clinical supervision and protected time for a weekly 1:1 with your clinical supervisor.

Induction and service line training in your area of specialism. Dedicated CPD time for peer support, skill development and specialist training. We support and develop you to build skills and confidence for the next level in your career.

Benefits Free parking. Free meals for staff on duty. Relocation package available.

Group pension plan helping you save for your future. NHS discount cards and blue light card (including big brand discounts). Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice.

Plus much more. A Career at Cygnet A career at Cygnet comes with excellent benefits. Whether it’s saving you money on the high street, with healthcare, holidays & leisure – or securing your future with professional development and a pension – we support you to be happy both in and out of work.

History Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services in England, Scotland and Wales. #J-18808-Ljbffr