Senior Occupational Therapist - Hitchin

Req #889

Neurological Care Centre - Stagenhoe, St. Paul's Walden, Hitchin, Herefordshire, County of, United Kingdom

Job Description

Posted Wednesday 20 May 2026 at 02:00

Senior Occupational Therapist (Equivalent to Band 7)

Hitchin

Salary: £49,387 - £56,515 per annum DOE

Hours: 37.5hrs per week

Why join us?

Brainkind Stagenhoe has an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join their dedicated team of healthcare professionals working in a beautiful historical building providing care and slow stream rehabilitation to people with neurological conditions. You will provide an occupational therapy service by assessing, implementing and evaluating programmes of person-centred care as part of the multi-disciplinary team.

About the role:

• We are looking for someone with a creative and person centred approach, who can develop treatment and support plans that enhance function and quality of life.
• Opportunities to develop a therapeutic group programme to meet the needs of a wide range of people.
• Leadership of a small team of therapy assistants and activities co-ordinators
• Opportunity to work with people with a wide range of neurological conditions.
• Opportunity to develop skills and understanding of equipment provision and seating.
• A commitment to continuing professional development and regular supervision.
• Opportunities for peer support from a wider organisation encompassing other OTs and AHP professionals specialising in neurological rehabilitation.

About you:

•Diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy

•Current and valid Registration with Health & Care Professions Council

•Evidence of Continued Professional Development

•An ability to work autonomously and to set own and support others’ priorities

•Ability to build effective team working relationships and excellent leadership skills

•Desirable experience of working in a relevant setting, which can include practice placements

Rewards:

You can look forward to excellent benefits, including:

• A competitive Salary of £49,387 - £56,515 per annum DOE
• 38 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave
• Simply Health Plan; helps to cover the cost of routine healthcare treatments. Further information can be found at www.simplyhealth.co.uk/about-us
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Excellent training and support
• Group life assurance
• Eye voucher scheme
• Free parking
• Company Pension
• Long Service and Staff Awards

To join our friendly team, click the Apply Now button.

**Please note we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled therefore, we recommend applying as soon as possible. **

*All successful candidates are subject to compliance checks including 3 years of checkable references and DBS/PVG checks*

Brainkind are a Disability Confident Employer. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Brainkind is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisation. It is a place where we recognise, celebrate, and live our values which includes offering a range of inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support employees from all backgrounds.

Job Details

Pay Type

Salary

Employment Indicator

Regular

Hiring Min Rate

49,387 GBP

Hiring Max Rate

56,515 GBP

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Neurological Care Centre - Stagenhoe, St. Paul's Walden, Hitchin, Herefordshire, County of, United Kingdom