Associate Occupational Therapist (Neuro Rehabilitation) BAND 7 equivalent

About the role

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 awell-established and forward-thinking organisation, with access to supervision,CPD opportunities, and administrative support, allowing you to focus on delivering outstanding clinical care.

 

About the Role

 

We are looking foran experienced Specialist Neuro Occupational Therapist to join our growing private neuro rehabilitation service on an associate basis. This role is ideal for a confident and highly skilled OT with strongneurological experience who is passionate about delivering high-quality,individualised rehabilitation to adults and children with complex neurological conditions.

You will work aspart of a supportive multidisciplinary team, providing specialist assessmentand intervention to help clients maximise independence, participation, andquality of life.

 

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

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 withRehabilitation for Independence, you will benefit from:

  • Competitive associate rate of £50 per hour
  • 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 cliniciansand supports excellence in rehabilitation.

 

To apply, please send your CV to louise@rehabforindependence.co.uk
For further information, contact the office on 0161 762 9876 to discuss the role in more detail.

Availability

Associate / Self-Employed (hours flexible, based on availability and service need)

£50 per hour

Northwest Area

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