current vacancy

Specialist Neurological Occupational Therapist

vacancy details

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Closing Date: Sunday 16th August 2026

Salary: Dependent on experience

Reports to: Lead Occupational Therapist
Location: Alexander House, 30 Troutbeck Road, Sheffield S7 2QA
Hours of work: 22.5 hours per week

Download the full job description here.

Purpose of the role: To provide specialist occupational therapy assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for people with neurological conditions, including acquired brain injury, stroke, and other complex neurological disorders. To deliver evidence-based interventions to maximise independence, participation, safety, and quality of life, while working collaboratively within an inter-disciplinary team.

To promote STEPS values whilst contributing to the vision and mission of the service.

Specific responsibilities

This Job description is an outline which reflects the present requirements of the post and is not intended to be exhaustive list of duties the post holder will be expected to fulfil.

To assess and provide OT assessment and intervention, addressing occupational performance in the areas of self-care, leisure and productivity
To deliver specialist OT assessment and intervention to clients with cognitive, sensory, perceptual, motor, behavioural, emotional and psychological needs
To provide specialist neurological rehabilitation support, advice and education to the wider interdisciplinary team
To undertake the client key worker role within STEPS Rehabilitation
To involve clients and carers in the development and delivery of goals within the rehabilitation plan
To assess, implement and monitor individual client rehabilitation plans
Carry out community visits and home assessments where appropriate to support a client’s community integration and transition from STEPS
Support with discharge planning alongside the interdisciplinary team
Identify a range of specialist equipment to optimise functional independence, quality of life and manage risk
To facilitate and lead group-based rehabilitation programmes
To support and contribute towards best interest decision making in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act
To complete required documentation including clinical notes and comprehensive reports within a timely manner
To ensure accurate recording and monitoring of relevant outcome measures
To apply manual handling principles as outlined by legislation and department procedures
To adhere to and carry out individual client risk assessments
In conjunction with the wider interdisciplinary team, to ensure personal care and nutritional needs of clients are met
To be flexible and able to offer support to other clinical areas as required
Provide supervision and support to junior OTs, assistants and students
To have an awareness of current evidence-based OT practice and research in relevant to the client group
To initiate and lead on service development projects in conjunction with the wider interdisciplinary team e.g. education, training, audits with support from Lead OT/ Head of Therapies
To identify service equipment needs and resources to the Lead OT/ Head of Therapy
To be compliant with the clinical governance requirements operating within STEPS procedures
To act upon and escalate issues as required following STEPS guidance and operating procedures
To adhere to the Royal College of OT code of ethics and professional conduct

Person specification

Area	Essential	Desirable	Assessment Method
Qualifications	Registered with HCPC Degree level qualification in Occupational Therapy Evidence of continuing professional development including postgraduate courses / qualifications Qualification / short courses in staff management / supervision	Membership of Royal College of Occupational Therapists and a relevant specialist section group Key trainer/train the trainer qualification Leadership, mentorship or supervisory course Clinical Educators Course
Experience	Minimum of 5 years clinical experience working in Neurological rehabilitation including Brain Injury and/or Stroke Specialist Neurological rehabilitation Knowledge in wheelchairs, seating and postural management Experience in delivering cognitive rehabilitation Managing own workload Experience of supervising, supporting and delegating to OTs, assistants or students. Experience in assessing for equipment and discharge planning. Setting and reviewing client centered goals Documented evidence of continuing professional development IT experience including Microsoft Office packages Experience of working within governance frameworks e.g. clinical systems, data management, complaints, reporting incidents	Experience in Prolonged Disorders of Consciousness Experience in spinal injuries Experience in traumatic amputee rehab Experience in Neurological handling skills Casting and Splinting experience Evidence of Post Grad level in specialism/ Masters level study Experience of working in a private medical setting Experience of writing medico – legal reports Experience of audit functions
Personal Attributes	Creative, innovative, inclusive and engaging approach to patient care Excellent problem-solving skills Able to deal with difficult situations appropriately Excellent communicator both written and verbal. Able to demonstrate excellent listening skills Able to work as part of an interdisciplinary team. Excellent time management Adaptable and flexible Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to drive as part of role
Equal Opportunities	Ability to demonstrate an awareness of equality and diversity obligations when delivering care and also towards colleagues.		Application, interview

Interview Process

Candidates who have been shortlisted for interview will be invited to attend an in-person interview with our Director, Toria, the hiring manager Lucy Wright Head of Therapies.

The interview will last for approximately 1 hour and will include the following:

A tour of the centre with a member of the team, this will give the candidate the opportunity to ask questions about the role and STEPS.
An interview with the panel

If you require more information about the recruitment process, please contact us at work@stepsrehabilitation.co.uk