• Job Description

  Req#: B0256-25-0012?language=en&page=765&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  We are looking for a Bank Occupational Therapist with experience of Palliative Care to join our enthusiastic rehab team.

  Contract: Bank

  Salary: £20.20 per hour, Competency Band 6

  Working Pattern: Ad hoc to cover service needs between 08.00 and 17.00, Monday to Friday.

  Based at: Cross-Site, Little Hulton and Heald Green

  Call to action - How to Apply

  If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we'd love to hear from you.

  Please contact Gemma Spedding on 0161 702 5432 or email gspedding@sah.org.uk if more information is required.

  Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

  The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard/Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

  Timescales

  Closing Date: 9th June 2025

  Interview Date: 19th June 2025

  Main duties of the job

  • The post holder will be responsible for contributing to the effective delivery of Occupational Therapy services to inpatients and outpatients at the hospice.
  • The postholder will carry out clinical duties in accordance with hospice policies, procedures and standards.
  • The post holder must act in accordance with professional Codes of Conduct at all times and will contribute and work collaboratively with the wider MDT in line with the clinical and hospice strategy, values and business objectives.
  • The post holder will deliver specialist clinical services as a Bank Occupational Therapist
  • St Anns delivers a service across 2 sites and the post holder will lead a service that delivers services across both sites. There will therefore be occasions where you are required to travel and provide cross-site cover.

  About us

  At St Ann's, there's one thing that motivates us, and that's providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting illnesses.

  We're continuously developing our plans for delivering outstanding person-centered care that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure St Ann's is in the best shape possible for future generations.

  You'll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

  Key Benefits

  • 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
  • Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
  • Health cash plan
  • Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution
  • Life cover
  • Free parking
  • Discounted lunches on site
  • Flexibility to fit your work around your home life
  • Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
  • IIP accredited employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

  Details

  Date posted

  21 May 2025

  Pay scheme

  Other

  Salary

  £20.20 an hour Band 6 Competency Based Framework

  Contract

  Bank

  Working pattern

  Flexible working

  Reference number

  B0256-25-0012

  Job locations

  St. Anns Hospice

  St. Anns Road North

  Heald Green

  Cheadle

  Cheshire

  SK8 3SZ

  
  

  St. Anns Hospice

  Peel Lane

  Worsley

  Manchester

  M28 0FE

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  The Bank Occupational Therapist will:

  • Assess and develop occupational Therapy treatment plans to meet the needs of a range of patients with palliative care/life limiting conditions in both an inpatient and outpatient setting.
  • Lead, assess, plan and facilitate timely and effective discharges from the in-patient unit in conjunction with the MDT.
  • Build relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally to promote and assist the delivery of effective personalised rehabilitation services.
  • Support student and assistant practitioner learning and education when on duty.
  • Be aware of and contribute to delivering and maintaining the requirements of the Care Quality Commission.
  • Facilitate group programmes/ sessions on topics relevant to the profession of Occupational Therapy.
  • Use the incident reporting system appropriately.
  • Support the collection of relevant data and patient feedback to assist with service development and organisational needs.
  • Maintain their own professional development in line with HCPC requirements.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  The Bank Occupational Therapist will:

  • Assess and develop occupational Therapy treatment plans to meet the needs of a range of patients with palliative care/life limiting conditions in both an inpatient and outpatient setting.
  • Lead, assess, plan and facilitate timely and effective discharges from the in-patient unit in conjunction with the MDT.
  • Build relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally to promote and assist the delivery of effective personalised rehabilitation services.
  • Support student and assistant practitioner learning and education when on duty.
  • Be aware of and contribute to delivering and maintaining the requirements of the Care Quality Commission.
  • Facilitate group programmes/ sessions on topics relevant to the profession of Occupational Therapy.
  • Use the incident reporting system appropriately.
  • Support the collection of relevant data and patient feedback to assist with service development and organisational needs.
  • Maintain their own professional development in line with HCPC requirements.

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • Hold a diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy and be registered with HCPC

  The Bank Occupational Therapist will be able to

  Essential

  • Demonstrate experience of working in a palliative care setting/or with people with palliative care needs.
  • Demonstrate Occupational Therapy knowledge and skills relevant to or transferrable to the field of palliative care.
  • Contribute to managing a complex Occupational Therapy caseload, assessing and managing risk appropriately and facilitating timely and effective discharges from the in-patient unit.
  • Support the development of others including students.
  • Manage competing demands and prioritise work effectively to meet service needs.
  • Communicate effectively (verbal and written) and be able to adapt communication style to the situation.
  • Use their own initiative and work independently.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of Care Quality Commission requirements.
  • Work effectively with the wider hospice MDT.
  • Be able to access and use hospice IT systems including the patient administration system EMIS.
  • Travel between hospice sites and into the community to visit patients homes.
  • Demonstrate the values of the organisation with a sensitive, flexible, resilient and compassionate manner

  Experience

  Essential

  • Have post registration clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist including working with people with long-term conditions or palliative care needs.
  • Have experience of delivering Occupational Therapy in a range of settings ideally including lone working and community work.
  • Have experience of assessing and managing needs in relation to safe moving and handling.

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • Hold a diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy and be registered with HCPC

  The Bank Occupational Therapist will be able to

  Essential

  • Demonstrate experience of working in a palliative care setting/or with people with palliative care needs.
  • Demonstrate Occupational Therapy knowledge and skills relevant to or transferrable to the field of palliative care.
  • Contribute to managing a complex Occupational Therapy caseload, assessing and managing risk appropriately and facilitating timely and effective discharges from the in-patient unit.
  • Support the development of others including students.
  • Manage competing demands and prioritise work effectively to meet service needs.
  • Communicate effectively (verbal and written) and be able to adapt communication style to the situation.
  • Use their own initiative and work independently.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of Care Quality Commission requirements.
  • Work effectively with the wider hospice MDT.
  • Be able to access and use hospice IT systems including the patient administration system EMIS.
  • Travel between hospice sites and into the community to visit patients homes.
  • Demonstrate the values of the organisation with a sensitive, flexible, resilient and compassionate manner

  Experience

  Essential

  • Have post registration clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist including working with people with long-term conditions or palliative care needs.
  • Have experience of delivering Occupational Therapy in a range of settings ideally including lone working and community work.
  • Have experience of assessing and managing needs in relation to safe moving and handling.

  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

  St Ann’s Hospice

  Address

  St. Anns Hospice

  St. Anns Road North

  Heald Green

  Cheadle

  Cheshire

  SK8 3SZ

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.sah.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  St Ann’s Hospice

  Address

  St. Anns Hospice

  St. Anns Road North

  Heald Green

  Cheadle

  Cheshire

  SK8 3SZ

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.sah.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

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