Associate Occupational Therapist (Permanent Considered)

We are seeking an experienced Band 7 Specialist Neuro Occupational Therapist to join our associate team, supporting clients across the Northwest of England. This is a rewarding and varied opportunity for a practitioner to use advanced clinical skills to make a meaningful difference to the lives of individuals living with life-changing neurological injuries and conditions.

You will bring substantial experience in neurological rehabilitation, enabling you to deliver high-quality, client-centred occupational therapy assessment and intervention. Working closely with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams, you will support individuals to achieve their personal goals, maximise independence, and re-engage in meaningful occupations within their home and community environments.

At Rehabilitation for Independence, we value clinical excellence, compassion, and professional integrity. As an associate OT, you will be supported by a well-established and forward-thinking organisation, with access to supervision, CPD opportunities, and administrative support, allowing you to focus on delivering outstanding clinical care.

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Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist occupational therapy assessment and intervention for adults and children with neurological conditions
• Manage a complex caseload using advanced clinical reasoning and evidence-based approaches
• Complete functional, cognitive, perceptual, and environmental assessments
• Develop and deliver goal-focused rehabilitation programmes in collaboration with clients and families
• Recommend and facilitate equipment provision and environmental adaptations
• Work collaboratively with the wider MDT and external professionals
• Maintain accurate clinical records and uphold professional and regulatory standards

Person Specification

Essential

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy

• HCPC registration
• Significant post-qualification experience in neurological rehabilitation
• Confidence working with complex presentations
• Excellent communication, organisation, and clinical reasoning skills
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
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Desirable

• Experience in private practice, case management, or community neuro rehabilitation
• Experience working with insurers, solicitors, or medico-legal teams
• Training in specialist neuro approaches (e.g. cognitive rehabilitation, upper limb rehabilitation, splinting)

Why work with Rehabilitation for Independence?

We are an expanding and passionate rehabilitation company providing specialist support to children and adults across England, with expertise in acquired brain injury, spinal injury, and other complex neurological conditions. As an associate with Rehabilitation for Independence, you will benefit from:

• Competitive associate rate of pay
• Flexible working opportunities
• Clinical supervision and professional support
• Access to training and CPD opportunities
• Administrative and organisational support
• The opportunity to work within a friendly, experienced, and collaborative MDT

We are an equal opportunities organisation, committed to creating an inclusive working environment that empowers clinicians and supports excellence in rehabilitation.

To apply, please send your CV to louise@rehabforindependence.co.uk or call 07936960493 for further information.