Bank Senior Occupational Therapist - SE Surrey

Job Description

This bank Senior Occupational Therapist role supports patients across South East Surrey, assessing functional needs, planning and delivering person-centred rehabilitation, and reviewing outcomes. Applicants should be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council, hold relevant occupational therapy experience, and demonstrate sound clinical judgement in community or broader health and social care settings. The role requires strong communication, organisation, record-keeping and multidisciplinary teamwork skills. Candidates are expected to work flexibly as a bank worker, maintain professional standards, safeguard patients, manage risk effectively and deliver compassionate, evidence-based care. A valid driving licence and access to transport may be useful or required for community visits.

Company Info

HCRG Care Group is a major UK provider of community health, rehabilitation, social care and specialist healthcare services. It works in partnership with the NHS, local authorities and other public-sector organisations to deliver care closer to people’s homes and communities. Its services can include community nursing, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, children’s services, health visiting, urgent care and social care support. HCRG promotes integrated, person-centred care and relies on multidisciplinary teams to help people remain independent, recover from illness or injury and manage long-term conditions. As a bank employee, a successful candidate may be offered flexible shifts across relevant services, subject to local demand, checks and service requirements. Exact duties, locations, rates and employment arrangements should be confirmed directly with the recruiting team.

Destination Guide

The United Kingdom offers strong opportunities for occupational therapists across the NHS, private providers, community services, mental health, social care and rehabilitation. Work culture is generally professional, multidisciplinary and focused on patient-centred practice, safeguarding and evidence-based care. The lifestyle varies widely: London and the South East are busy and expensive, while regional cities and rural areas may offer lower housing costs and a slower pace. The UK has reliable public transport, though community roles may require driving. Overseas occupational therapists normally need Health and Care Professions Council registration and appropriate immigration permission. A Health and Care Worker visa may be available for eligible sponsored permanent roles, but bank or casual positions may not provide sponsorship. Check current visa rules, registration requirements, salary thresholds and employer sponsorship before relocating.