Band 5 Locum Adults Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist – Band 5

Brief Job Overview

Tripod Partners are recruiting a Band 5 Occupational Therapist for a locum role within 
South East London NHS. This position supports occupational therapy services within a 
fast-paced emergency department environment, working with patients who require timely assessment and 
intervention following admission.

The Occupational Therapist will manage a clinical caseload and contribute to early assessment and 
discharge planning within the emergency department. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the 
role focuses on identifying functional needs, supporting safe discharge where appropriate, and ensuring 
patients receive the right care pathway at the earliest stage of their hospital journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of patients within an emergency department setting.
• Carry out occupational therapy assessments to identify functional needs and risks.
• Support discharge planning and recommend appropriate interventions or support services.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams within the emergency department.
• Provide guidance and recommendations to support safe and appropriate patient care pathways.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with NHS standards.
• Contribute to patient-centred care within a fast-paced hospital environment.

About You

You will be a qualified Occupational Therapist with the ability to manage a clinical 
caseload in a fast-paced hospital environment. Experience working within emergency or acute care settings 
will be beneficial, particularly where early assessment and discharge planning are required.

You will demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a 
multidisciplinary team, supporting timely decision-making and patient-centred care.

Requirements

• Recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Ability to manage a patient caseload within a hospital setting.
• Experience working in a fast-paced clinical environment such as emergency or acute services.
• Strong communication and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.

Contract & Salary

• Role: Occupational Therapist – Band 5
• Sector: South East London NHS
• Contract Type: Locum
• Contract Length: Initially 1 month
• Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Salary: Negotiable
• Reference Code: U. Job 776. 007004.B20038

How to Apply

If you are an HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with experience managing a caseload 
in an acute or emergency department environment within the South East London NHS, 
Tripod Partners would welcome your application.

To apply for this Occupational Therapist role, apply using the form on the page.