Senior Occupational Therapist

Job summary

Come and join one of the UK's largest providers in complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

Active Neuro, our specialist division of Active Care Group, is transforming neurorehabilitation in the UK. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Occupational Therapist to join our team at The Laurels in Lincoln on a full-time basis.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist with experience in neurological rehabilitation and either previous experience, knowledge or a keen interest in Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) to play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred rehabilitation.

You will manage a defined caseload, undertaking specialist assessments, developing individualised treatment plans and delivering evidence-based interventions to support individuals in achieving their rehabilitation goals. Working closely with the multidisciplinary team, you will also contribute to the development of clinical practice and provide support and guidance to more junior colleagues.

If you are a passionate Senior Occupational Therapist looking for an opportunity to develop your career within a specialist rehabilitation setting, we would love to hear from you.

About us

Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a defined caseload, undertaking comprehensive occupational therapy assessments and developing, implementing and reviewing individualised treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-based, person-centred interventions to support individuals with FND, ABI and other complex neurological needs.
• Use appropriate occupational therapy assessment tools to monitor progress, evaluate outcomes and adapt interventions to meet individual needs.
• Work collaboratively as an active member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT), contributing to effective rehabilitation planning and the delivery of holistic care.
• Maintain accurate, timely and comprehensive clinical records, ensuring all interventions and patient outcomes are appropriately documented.
• Provide clinical guidance, supervision and support to junior colleagues, contributing to their professional development and the overall effectiveness of the therapy team.
• Promote a positive, therapeutic environment that supports independence, engagement and meaningful participation in daily activities.
• Participate in clinical supervision, reflective practice and ongoing professional development, ensuring practice remains in line with current clinical standards and organisational policies.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a neurological rehabilitation or complex care setting.
• Strong assessment, treatment planning and clinical reasoning skills.
• The ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively to a wider MDT.
• Experience supporting, supervising or mentoring junior colleagues.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• A compassionate, flexible and person-centred approach to rehabilitation.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining high standards of clinical practice.