Specialist Occupational Therapist - Part TimeNHS

Job summary

*We are offering a £5000 welcome bonus for this role*

Come and join one of the UKs largest independent providers in neuro and mental healthcare. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

Active Neuro, part of Active Care Group, is transforming neurorehabilitation in the UK and were now looking for a Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our Birmingham team on a part-time basis. You'll support adults with acquired or traumatic brain injuries, neurological conditions, and complex needs, helping them rebuild independence, confidence, and quality of life.

Main duties of the job

We've invested heavily in enhancing the service, including the development of a brand-new, purpose-built neurorehabilitation gym designed to support the delivery of world-class therapy. The new facility will connect seamlessly with the main centre and will include advanced rehabilitation technology, robotics, and specialist treatment spaces, giving therapists access to the tools they need to deliver innovative, goal-focused rehabilitation. Equipment such as Luna Robotic EMG, Exo Motus, and Arm Motus will enable intensive, integrated therapy approaches that are tailored to each persons goals whether that's baking, reconnecting with art, gardening, or everyday living tasks. As part of the therapy team, you'll also have the opportunity to contribute to the development of this exciting new space, helping shape an environment that supports both clinical excellence and exceptional patient experiences.

You'll be part of a supportive network across Active Neuro, sharing expertise, accessing mentorship, and benefiting from personalised CPD tailored to your clinical interests from functional rehabilitation to cognitive and perceptual retraining. You'll also have opportunities to collaborate with organisations like Headway and the Spinal Injuries Association and engage with wider innovations in the neurorehabilitation community.

This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape a forward-thinking, person-centred service.

Job description

The Role:

This part-time opportunity offers the best of both worlds the chance to use your clinical expertise and make a real difference to the people we support, while having the flexibility to balance your career alongside other commitments.

As part of our transition to Active Neuro, the therapy service is evolving into a seven-day model of care to better support the rehabilitation needs of our clients. As a result, occasional pre-arranged weekend working will be required. You will also be expected to work Bank Holidays as required by the service, with enhanced pay provided in line with company policy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy interventions for individuals with complex neurological needs and spinal injuries.
• Manage a varied caseload, providing specialist OT input tailored to individual goals.
• Keep up to date with current treatment approaches and contribute to service improvement initiatives within your specialist area.
• Support the integration of specialist rehabilitation technologies into everyday practice, aligned with our 24-hour rehabilitation model.
• Participate in audits and assist with monitoring and evaluating service effectiveness.
• Work collaboratively with MDT colleagues to ensure coordinated, person-centred care.
• Provide guidance and support to junior staff when needed, especially in complex cases.
• Follow and promote risk management and safety procedures consistently.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with colleagues, visitors, and carers.
• Contribute to quality improvement projects, outcome measurement, and clinical governance activities.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

*Welcome bonus is paid in two instalments - £2000 upon joining and a further £3000 after probation*

About us

Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.