The successful candidate will provide specialist Occupational Therapy assessment and rehabilitation for stroke and neuro rehab patients within The Rowan Rehab ward at Yeatman Hospital in Sherborne. This is the specialist rehab ward for west Dorset, taking patients from Dorset County Hospital and Yeovil hospital acute stroke units.The Therapy team at Rowan Rehab form part of the Dorset County Hospital therapy team and there will be an expectation to come across to DCH for supervision and to ensure strong working links with the acute therapy team.Main duties of the jobThis post will offer the opportunity to demonstrate and develop highly specialist skills in the management and rehabilitation of stroke and neuro patients fully embracing the benefits of high quality therapeutic relationships across teams.You will have the opportunity to take on leadership responsibilities, which will include developing and leading on the operational management and service delivery for the Occupational Therapy team. You will be working alongside an established team of Physiotherapists, Dietitians, Speech & Language Therapists and Therapy Support Workers and will be encouraged to take an active role in current projects, including service development and evaluation, internal and external training, student supervision, audit and research reviewAbout usAt DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.DetailsDate posted28 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary£47,810 to £54,710 a year Pro Rata Per AnnumContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference number405-25-AHP376THERJob locationsYeatman HospitalHospital LaneSherborneDT9 3JUJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesOur DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesOur DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.Person SpecificationEducation and qualificationsEssential
Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
Evidence of masters level study relevant to Stroke/Neurology
Registered as an Occupational Therapist with the Health Professions Council
Evidence of other relevant and recent CPD/training
Desirable
Member of Special Interest Group
Undertaken appropriate managerial/leadership training
Knowledge and experienceEssential
Senior OT experience
Evidence of team leadership experience
Inpatient stroke/neuro experience
Appropriate level of awareness of stroke guidelines and national policy direction
Service Improvement experience, including ability to work with complex data, such as SSNAP
Desirable
Evidence of engagement with regional networks /other partners (Community Trust, social services
Community Stroke Rehabilitation Experience
Skills and AbilitiesEssential
Ability to present information, written and orally, in a clear and logical manner.
Ability to keep accurate and legible clinical notes.
Ability to demonstrate clear depth of clinical reasoning and knowledge of OT assessment and interventions relating to this specialty, commensurate with Band 7 level.
Ability to work autonomously, prioritising case load effectively
To show an understanding of clinical governance and its implication for the Occupational Therapy Service.
Experience in completing local, regional, national projects
Evidence of supporting team members
Car driver / owner with access for work use (community rotation stroke role)
Ability to contribute to weekend working
Desirable
Prior involvement in Stroke research (NIHR portfolio)
Person SpecificationEducation and qualificationsEssential
Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
Evidence of masters level study relevant to Stroke/Neurology
Registered as an Occupational Therapist with the Health Professions Council
Evidence of other relevant and recent CPD/training
Desirable
Member of Special Interest Group
Undertaken appropriate managerial/leadership training
Knowledge and experienceEssential
Senior OT experience
Evidence of team leadership experience
Inpatient stroke/neuro experience
Appropriate level of awareness of stroke guidelines and national policy direction
Service Improvement experience, including ability to work with complex data, such as SSNAP
Desirable
Evidence of engagement with regional networks /other partners (Community Trust, social services
Community Stroke Rehabilitation Experience
Skills and AbilitiesEssential
Ability to present information, written and orally, in a clear and logical manner.
Ability to keep accurate and legible clinical notes.
Ability to demonstrate clear depth of clinical reasoning and knowledge of OT assessment and interventions relating to this specialty, commensurate with Band 7 level.
Ability to work autonomously, prioritising case load effectively
To show an understanding of clinical governance and its implication for the Occupational Therapy Service.
Experience in completing local, regional, national projects
Evidence of supporting team members
Car driver / owner with access for work use (community rotation stroke role)
Ability to contribute to weekend working
Desirable
Prior involvement in Stroke research (NIHR portfolio)
