Occupational Therapist Band 5 (CIC): Sponsorship Available

Job summary

Occupational Therapist Band 5, Carlisle – 12 month fixed term, 30 hours per week, based on the neurological rehabilitation ward.

We are looking to recruit a flexible and dynamic Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our team at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience within stroke and neurological practise.

The occupational therapy team works 7 days per week and all staff participate in a weekend rota.

This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice or students who are nearing completion of their training. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information.

Main duties of the job

You will be welcomed into the neurological rehabilitation team where you will have opportunity to develop your skills in stroke and acquired brain injury rehabilitation. You will have the opportunity to work as part of an MDT team, consolidating your skills as an independent practitioner, whilst also developing delegation skills to our dedicated support staff.

You will enjoy the support of a strong Occupational Therapy network across both health and social care, which brings with it professional development opportunities.

You will have access to high quality, regular supervision as well as being encouraged to become an active member of our Band 5 Peer Support Group.

We will offer an excellent induction, ongoing professional support, preceptorship, annual appraisal and a highly rewarding job to the successful candidate. We are keen to hear from both qualified, registered Occupational Therapists and those recently qualified who are awaiting HCPC registration in the coming months.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in occupational therapy or equivalent
• Current registration with HCPC

Experience

Essential

• Wide range of practice educational placements.
• Physical disability acute hospital placement.
• Use of reflection in practice

Desirable

• Use of standardised assessment.
• Employment as an occupational therapist
• Experience of managing a caseload
• Community Rehabilitation placement

Knowledge

Essential

• Continuing professional development with portfolio.
• Occupational therapy models of practice and frames of reference.
• Clinical governance
• Microsoft Word and use of Internet
• Equality legislation and best practice

Desirable

• Local and national health policy
• Evidence of relevant health related training courses

Skills and Apptitudes

Essential

• Well developed communication skills
• High standard of written communication skills
• Good problem solving skills
• Reflective skills
• Organised team worker
• Enthusiasm
• Flexible approach

Personal Circumstances

Essential

• Ability to participate in weekend working rota

Other Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel extensively across North Cumbria
• Able to travel independently of public transport (and at times) transport patients and /or equipment across the locality

Desirable

• Driving licence
• Membership of Professional Body (RCOT)

Closing Date: 22 September 2026