This Band 5 rotational Occupational Therapist role requires an HCPC-registered occupational therapist, or an applicant eligible for registration, with a relevant occupational therapy degree and sound clinical knowledge. The successful candidate will assess patients, plan and deliver individualised rehabilitation, support safe discharge, maintain accurate records and work across different clinical settings at Ridge Hill and associated services. Candidates are expected to demonstrate effective communication, teamwork, compassion, clinical reasoning and a commitment to NHS values. Flexibility is essential because the post involves rotations, changing patient needs and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Newly qualified therapists may be considered, with supervision and professional development provided.
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital and community healthcare services to people across Dudley, the Black Country and surrounding areas in the West Midlands. Its services include acute medical and surgical care, emergency treatment, maternity, specialist services, rehabilitation and community-based support. The Trust operates facilities including Russells Hall Hospital, Corbett Hospital and Guest Hospital, alongside a wide range of community services. It employs a large multidisciplinary workforce of clinicians, therapists, nurses, administrative professionals and support staff. The organisation promotes patient-centred care, equality, staff development and partnership working with local health and social care providers. Occupational therapists are an important part of its rehabilitation and discharge teams, helping patients regain independence and return safely to their homes or usual activities.
The United Kingdom offers substantial opportunities in healthcare, technology, education, finance, engineering and skilled trades, with the NHS being a major employer for qualified overseas professionals. British culture is diverse and generally values punctuality, personal privacy, politeness and clear communication. Lifestyle varies from busy cities to quieter coastal and rural communities, with good public transport, established public services and access to parks and cultural attractions. Healthcare professionals usually need professional registration, such as HCPC registration for occupational therapists, and may require an employer-sponsored Skilled Worker visa. Overseas applicants should check salary thresholds, English-language requirements and eligibility rules before applying. Relocation costs, rental deposits and regional housing prices should be considered; the West Midlands is often more affordable than London and parts of southeast England. National Insurance, tax and visa fees also affect take-home income.
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