Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Community

Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Community

(Minimum 6 months NHS experience mandatory)

Band: Band 6Job Title: Occupational Therapist - CommunityLocation: East Cheshire Healthcare NHS TrustPay Rate: £20 - £23 per hourPay Mechanism: Direct EngagementContract Duration: 27/03/2025 - 31/05/2025

East Cheshire NHS Trust provides high-quality healthcare services across Macclesfield, Knutsford, and Congleton. The trust is committed to delivering patient-centred care within the community, ensuring individuals receive the support they need to regain independence and enhance their quality of life.

We are seeking a skilled Band 6 Community Occupational Therapist to join East Cheshire NHS Trust. The role involves providing high-quality Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment to patients with diverse health needs within a community setting. You will act as an autonomous clinician, using analytical skills and clinical reasoning to diagnose conditions and create tailored treatment plans.

• Conduct comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments and deliver treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.

• Act independently to provide clinical care while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic patient management.

• Liaise with other healthcare professionals and external agencies to integrate community care effectively.

• Support and mentor junior colleagues, contributing to team development and ensuring high standards of practice.

• Manage a caseload efficiently, prioritising and adapting treatment plans as required.

• Post-registration experience relevant to this specialist area, evidenced by CPD.

• Strong knowledge of recent NHS legislation and healthcare priorities.

• Proven ability to work autonomously and under pressure while maintaining a high standard of care.

• Experience in leading junior staff and making clinical decisions.

• NHS experience in both physical and mental health fields across various rotations.

Please send your updated CV to or contact us at for further information. Use the job reference number BS/10064/OT1.