Overview

Are you looking for a senior clinical post which will allow you to develop leadership skills? Are you passionate about working with the elderly population in a busy, dynamic environment?The Elderly Medicine Therapy team at Royal Derby Hospital are recruiting to a Band 6 secondment for 9 months, on a part time basis. The post holder will be joining an established, vibrant and friendly team of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and assistant staff who share an office base and work closely together to provide a consistent and responsive Therapy service to all Elderly Medicine wards. The team is led by an Operational Lead Therapist (Physio) and a Clinical Lead OT. Currently the OT team comprises of both full time and part time staff including one Band 7 (clinical lead), 4 band 6 OTs, 2 Band 5 OT''s (2x rotational) and 2 Generic Therapy assistant. You will be required to carry a caseload independently and provide supervision and support to assist more junior OT staff as necessary. You will have experience in working with the elderly population and will be expected to play an active role in the development of the service and the individuals within the service.

Responsibilities

Main duties of the jobYou will be required to carry a caseload independently and provide supervision and support to junior OT staff as necessary.You must also be adaptable, calm and be able to effectively delegate work to OT and assistant staff to ensure priorities across the service are covered.This will involve working closely with the other senior OT''s and Physiotherapists.Experience in managing complex discharges in a fast paced acute hospital environment is essential, as is the ability to communicate effectively as part of multi disciplinary and Therapy teams.

Prior experience as a senior OT is not essential if you have gained relevant skills and experience as a Band 5 and have a passion for the area of Elderly Medicine. If you join our team we can offer:

Support from Clinical Team Leader, Clinical lead OTA close knit friendly environment where the development of all staff is nurtured and encouraged.Regular Elderly Medicine Therapy team in-service training, to which you will be asked to control. Opportunity to develop dual competenciesSupport to attend other appropriate training Trust commitment to CPD, annual appraisal and regular supervision. The opportunity to work across specialities. Shadow and develop links with other acute and community teams

Qualifications

Education, Training and QualificationsEssential: Degree or Equivalent in Occupational TherapyEssential: HCPC RegistrationEssential: Significant postgraduate occupational therapy experienceDesirable: Member of RCOT / equivalentSkillsEssential: Experience in complex discharge planningEssential: Experience in collecting data/participating in auditsEssential: Post grad experience in speciality of elderly care and/ or Acute MedicineEssential: Evidence of good communication skillsEssential: Evidence of CPD and Specialist interest groupDesirable: Basic IT skillsDesirable: Accredited Clinical educatorDesirable: Appraisal experience (giving)ExperienceEssential: Have experience supervising staffEssential: Have experience of working in the acute sector of the NHSEssential: Evidence of teaching/ delivering trainingEssential: Able to plan and prioritise caseloadDesirable: Experience in working with community and social sectorsDesirable: Experience with delegating to others and working with support staff

Benefits

Development opportunities, both professional and leadership developmentOn-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

Details

Date posted: 05 September 2025Pay scheme: Agenda for changeBand: Band 6Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year pro rata paContract: Fixed termDuration: 9 monthsWorking pattern: Part-timeReference number: 320-CDCS-3836Job locations: Royal Derby Hospital, Uttoxeter Road, Derby, DE22 3NE

Employer

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation TrustAddress: Royal Derby Hospital, Uttoxeter Road, Derby, DE22 3NEEmployer website: https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/

Notes

Job responsibilities and Person Specification details: Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB which will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.If applying for an Internal Secondment, ensure you have spoken to your line manager and have their support prior to your application. Check eligibility regarding immigration sponsorship on NHS Employers site.

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