Specialist Occupational Therapist Wheelchair Service
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NHS Professionals Limited Specialist Occupational Therapist Wheelchair Service
The closing date is 31 December 2026
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Occupational Therapist in Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust to join the Occupational Therapist Wheelchair Service at Amersham Hospital. You will be responsible for performing an advanced wheelchair clinician role, working with adults and children who have severe disabilities and complex health, social, mobility, and postural needs. You will provide specialist advice and support to therapists, nurses, and colleagues within the Trust and across other organisations, as well as collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including health professionals, social services, and education staff to ensure appropriate mobility and seating provision is integrated into each individuals care and education programme.
Main duties of the job
As a Specialist Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for supporting and deputising for the Team Lead when required, ensuring continuity of leadership within the service. You will manage and support junior staff through supervision, day-to-day guidance, clinical oversight of caseloads, and completion of appraisals, while identifying and addressing training and development needs. You will contribute to the development and monitoring of departmental policies and procedures to promote high standards of practice, as well as identifying gaps in service provision and unmet needs. You will also be responsible for managing or overseeing satellite clinics, working in partnership with education settings, healthcare professionals, and carers, and liaising with repair service contractors to coordinate equipment repairs, modifications, and ongoing contract improvement.
About us
Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.
Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges
Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave
Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want
Details
Date posted
25 August 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£25.76 an hour Rates are inclusive of Base Rate + Holiday Pay
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
M0042-90181
Job locations
Amersham Hospital,
Amersham, Whielden Street,
Buckinghamshire,
HP7 0JD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To deliver comprehensive assessment services for individuals requiring long-term wheelchair use, ensuring evaluations are carried out across diverse environments such as home, education, workplace, and clinical settings. You will be responsible for adapting assessment approaches to suit each setting while ensuring accurate clinical decision-making.
- To independently manage and prioritise a complex caseload, including triaging referrals against established criteria and maintaining oversight of service demand across multiple sites. You will be responsible for ensuring timely access to services while balancing clinical urgency and resource availability.
- To conduct detailed postural, pressure care, and functional assessments using advanced clinical reasoning, identifying potential risks and developing tailored, outcome-focused intervention plans. You will be responsible for prescribing suitable equipment solutions that align with individual needs, preferences, and financial considerations.
- To lead on the provision of highly specialised or custom-made equipment solutions, including participating in design and modification processes where standard options are insufficient. You will be responsible for ensuring appropriate escalation or referral to specialist services when required.
- To provide education, guidance, and practical training to service users, families, and carers, enabling safe and effective use of prescribed equipment. You will be responsible for supporting individuals functional independence and promoting psychological adjustment to long-term conditions.
To contribute to audit, research, and continuous service improvement activities, including participation in product evaluations and implementation of evidence-based practice. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate clinical documentation, upholding governance standards, and supporting learning and development initiatives within the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To deliver comprehensive assessment services for individuals requiring long-term wheelchair use, ensuring evaluations are carried out across diverse environments such as home, education, workplace, and clinical settings. You will be responsible for adapting assessment approaches to suit each setting while ensuring accurate clinical decision-making.
- To independently manage and prioritise a complex caseload, including triaging referrals against established criteria and maintaining oversight of service demand across multiple sites. You will be responsible for ensuring timely access to services while balancing clinical urgency and resource availability.
- To conduct detailed postural, pressure care, and functional assessments using advanced clinical reasoning, identifying potential risks and developing tailored, outcome-focused intervention plans. You will be responsible for prescribing suitable equipment solutions that align with individual needs, preferences, and financial considerations.
- To lead on the provision of highly specialised or custom-made equipment solutions, including participating in design and modification processes where standard options are insufficient. You will be responsible for ensuring appropriate escalation or referral to specialist services when required.
- To provide education, guidance, and practical training to service users, families, and carers, enabling safe and effective use of prescribed equipment. You will be responsible for supporting individuals functional independence and promoting psychological adjustment to long-term conditions.
To contribute to audit, research, and continuous service improvement activities, including participation in product evaluations and implementation of evidence-based practice. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate clinical documentation, upholding governance standards, and supporting learning and development initiatives within the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist.
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
- Experience in a wheelchair service (desirable).
- Experience supervising students and staff.
- Trained and experienced in clinical supervision.
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist.
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
- Experience in a wheelchair service (desirable).
- Experience supervising students and staff.
- Trained and experienced in clinical supervision.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
NHS Professionals Limited
Address
Amersham Hospital,
Amersham, Whielden Street,
Buckinghamshire,
HP7 0JD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
NHS Professionals Limited
Address
Amersham Hospital,
Amersham, Whielden Street,
Buckinghamshire,
HP7 0JD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Saifta Ajmeri
Details
Date posted
25 August 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£25.76 an hour Rates are inclusive of Base Rate + Holiday Pay
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
M0042-90181
Job locations
Amersham Hospital,
Amersham, Whielden Street,
Buckinghamshire,
HP7 0JD
United Kingdom
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