About this role
Job summary
The non-rotational Senior Occupational therapist is aspecialist clinician in a specific clinical area. Theyparticipate as a member of the team independentlymanaging a specialist clinical caseload. They take responsibility for supervising, delegation,training and developing others. The post holder willcontribute to implementing changes in their own clinicalarea to improve patient care and efficiency of servicedelivery.They will contribute to audit and may also participate inresearch activities.
Main duties of the job
This post is Secondment for 11 months due to meet the needs of the service
If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac.
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy State Registered Occupational Therapist (HPC) Appropriate Range of postgraduate clinical education
Desirable
Active participant in relevant interest group
Experience Essential
Broad range of post graduate clinical experience Specific experience in Rehabilitation Relevant clinical educators course or equivalent Experience of working independently
Desirable
Experience in integrating user participation in service development Experience of completing specialist assessments and interventions for CVA
Skills and Knowledge Essential
Able to assess for, plan and co-ordinate a range of specialist occupational therapy interventions The ability to discuss the clinical reasoning process in the management of complex cases Good communication skills both verbal and written when interacting with members of the team, other staff, services users and their families Able to work on initiative
Desirable
Specialist knowledge in the application of OT assessments and interventions The ability to discuss the ethos of clinical governance and its relevance in Occupational Therapy Practice
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Address Holly Ward, St Woolos Hospital
Stow Hill
Newport
NP20 4SZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)