Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation & Intermediate Care

Occupational Therapist

Salary: £39,000 - £48,000 per annum
Location: Ware, Hertfordshire
Hours: Full-time or Part-time (Minimum 24 hours per week)

Make a Real Difference Through Rehabilitation

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our clients multidisciplinary team within a modern care and rehabilitation setting in Ware, Hertfordshire.

This is a unique opportunity to work primarily within a dedicated 13-bed Intermediate Care Unit, supporting individuals who have been discharged from hospital or referred from the community for further rehabilitation. You will play a vital role in helping people regain confidence, maximise independence, and achieve safe and successful discharges.

As the dedicated Occupational Therapist, you will work closely alongside a Physiotherapist and wider nursing and care teams, making a genuine impact on residents' recovery journeys.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Occupational Therapy assessments and develop rehabilitation plans.
• Deliver person-centred rehabilitation interventions to residents.
• Provide professional advice and guidance to residents, families, carers, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and discharge planning.
• Undertake home access visits where required to assess environments and recommend equipment or adaptations.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records.
• Deliver training and guidance to care teams on equipment use and rehabilitation techniques.
• Promote resident independence, wellbeing, and quality of life.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety, infection control, and clinical governance standards.

About You

You will be a dedicated Occupational Therapist who is passionate about supporting older adults through rehabilitation and recovery.

Essential Requirements

• BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy or equivalent qualification.
• Current HCPC registration.
• Strong clinical assessment and rehabilitation skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• A proactive, compassionate, and person-centred approach.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £39,000 - £48,000 per annum.
• Flexible full-time or part-time opportunities.
• Enhanced weekend pay rates.
• Blue Light Card.
• Employee discount schemes.
• Employee recognition and long-service awards.
• Team-building and social events.
• Financial and wellbeing support services.
• Comprehensive induction programme.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Support towards nationally recognised qualifications.