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Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

LIFE Occupational Therapist - Static IC beds

The closing date is 13 November 2026

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Job summary

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust is looking for an enthusiastic Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our LIFE Therapy Team, delivering high-quality, patient-centred rehabilitation within an intermediate care bed setting.

Working as part of the LIFE therapy team, the post-holder will provide therapy assessment and treatment of patients, identifying specialist needs and will develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care.

The post-holder will base mainly in the intermediate care bed setting, working collaboratively with the team and external providers, to ensure the right care, by the right person, at the right time, and in the right place. They will aim to enable patients to regain independence or achieve their optimum rehabilitation potential, and to prevent unnecessary hospital admission. In addition they will assist with facilitating early hospital discharge.

Interview Date TBC

Main duties of the job

You will primarily be based in the Intermediate Care beds and you may also visit people in their own homes and care homes, bringing high-quality therapy directly to where it's needed most.

In this varied and rewarding role, you will:

• Assess and treat patients with clear, person-centred therapy plans, delivering effective interventions and reviewing progress.
• Coordinate and support day-to-day service delivery, helping the LIFE therapy team run smoothly and responsively.
• Lead, manage and supervise Support Workers, alongside overseeing key administrative tasks within the team.
• Work alongside MDT colleagues and other partner services to support high quality interventions and co-ordinated care.
• Assist with planning and supporting discharges from the Intermediate care bed setting, either back to usual place of residence or alternative destination.
• Actively contribute to MDT meetings and family conferences, ensuring joined-up care and confident communication with patients and families.
• Make independent, evidence-based clinical decisions that influence practice and improve outcomes.
• Use your knowledge of HR policies to manage staff appropriately, fairly, and consistently.
• Take ownership of your professional development, maintaining and strengthening clinical skills through courses, conferences and workshops, and staying up to date with national and local policies--building deep expertise in chronic disease processes and their management.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services to a diverse population of more than 360,000 people across the borough of Croydon. Employing around 4,100 staff, the Trust was formed through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust and has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality care across both acute and community settings.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest hospitals in London. Alongside our hospital services, we are leading the way in delivering more care closer to home through our community teams, including district nursing, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons. As demand for healthcare continues to grow, we remain committed to innovation, transformation and continuous improvement to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients. We place a strong emphasis on staff development, education and career progression, recognising that our people are at the heart of everything we do.

Details

Date posted

30 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£45,953 to £54,254 a year

pa incl HCAS (Outer)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

199-7989443-NP

Job locations

Croydon Health Services

500 London Road

Croydon

CR7 7YE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please see the attached Job description and person specification. which contains more information about the role.*

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please see the attached Job description and person specification. which contains more information about the role.*

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION / TRAINING

Essential

• BSc or Diploma in Physiotherapy.
• HCPC Registered.
• Evidence of CPD including relevant clinical training and courses.

Desirable

• Relevant postgraduate training e.g. Elderly care/Falls/Dementia training

RELEVANT KNOWLEDGE / AWARENESS

Essential

• Knowledge of a range of PT assessment, treatment and rehabilitation techniques and to have kept up to date with trends and developments in physiotherapy and Community Services.
• Awareness of the concept and application of reablement
• Uses clinical reasoning and reflective practice to improve service delivery.
• Awareness of Clinical Governance issues.
• Knowledge & awareness of risk assessment.
• Ability to pass on skill / knowledge in informal and formal environments.
• Awareness of other community and social services.
• Knowledge of relevant NICE guidelines and clinical standards

Desirable

• Knowledge of outcome measures/ audit.
• Knowledge / awareness of NHS 10 year plan in relation to community

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Minimum 1 year postgraduate, incorporating experience in a variety of relevant core specialities
• Experience of working with unqualified assistant therapy staff.

Desirable

• Previous Band 6 experience.
• Previous community experience.

SKILLS / ABILITIES / APTITUDES

Essential

• Self-management skills e.g. time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently & within a team
• Ability to problem-solve & respond to change.
• Basic computer skills including data entry, use of word processing and e-mail.
• Good interpersonal & communication skills.

Desirable

• Commitment to staff development and training.

Other factors / Special circumstances

Essential

• Access to a vehicle for work purposes and a clean UK driving licence

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION / TRAINING

Essential

• BSc or Diploma in Physiotherapy.
• HCPC Registered.
• Evidence of CPD including relevant clinical training and courses.

Desirable

• Relevant postgraduate training e.g. Elderly care/Falls/Dementia training

RELEVANT KNOWLEDGE / AWARENESS

Essential

• Knowledge of a range of PT assessment, treatment and rehabilitation techniques and to have kept up to date with trends and developments in physiotherapy and Community Services.
• Awareness of the concept and application of reablement
• Uses clinical reasoning and reflective practice to improve service delivery.
• Awareness of Clinical Governance issues.
• Knowledge & awareness of risk assessment.
• Ability to pass on skill / knowledge in informal and formal environments.
• Awareness of other community and social services.
• Knowledge of relevant NICE guidelines and clinical standards

Desirable

• Knowledge of outcome measures/ audit.
• Knowledge / awareness of NHS 10 year plan in relation to community

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Minimum 1 year postgraduate, incorporating experience in a variety of relevant core specialities
• Experience of working with unqualified assistant therapy staff.

Desirable

• Previous Band 6 experience.
• Previous community experience.

SKILLS / ABILITIES / APTITUDES

Essential

• Self-management skills e.g. time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently & within a team
• Ability to problem-solve & respond to change.
• Basic computer skills including data entry, use of word processing and e-mail.
• Good interpersonal & communication skills.

Desirable

• Commitment to staff development and training.

Other factors / Special circumstances

Essential

• Access to a vehicle for work purposes and a clean UK driving licence

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

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Address

Croydon Health Services

500 London Road

Croydon

CR7 7YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk/recruitment/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Address

Croydon Health Services

500 London Road

Croydon

CR7 7YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk/recruitment/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

LIFE Therapy Team Lead

Steve Shevel

[email protected]

07870382513

Details

Date posted

30 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£45,953 to £54,254 a year

pa incl HCAS (Outer)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

199-7989443-NP

Job locations

Croydon Health Services

500 London Road

Croydon

CR7 7YE

United Kingdom

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