Occupational Therapist

Hours: 20.5 hours per week

Salary: £32,023 FTE (£17,505 Pro-Rata)

Department: Wellbeing & IPU

Location: Teesside Hospice, 1 Northgate Road, Middlesbrough, TS5 5NW

The

enthusiastic post holder will be responsible for delivering Occupational Therapy

to the palliative patients under the care of Teesside Hospice.

The post holder will assess and devise holistic

treatment plans tailored to the patient's needs on the in -patient unit and

well-being services with added input to the community. The role will entail

working autonomously and within the multidisciplinary team to provide effective

palliative care. The post holder will have experience in supporting patients

with long term conditions in particular palliative care, neurology, and

respiratory physiotherapy, and be an advocate for promoting a rehabilitative environment

to maximise patient's independence, function, and quality of life.

Main duties of the job

The enthusiastic

post holder will be responsible for delivering Occupational therapy to the

palliative patients under the care of Teesside Hospice.

The

post holder will assess and devise holistic treatment plans tailored to the

patient's needs on the in -patient unit and well-being services with added

input to the community. The role will entail working autonomously and within

the multidisciplinary team to provide effective palliative care. The post

holder will have experience in supporting patients with long term conditions

in particular palliative care, neurology, and respiratory physiotherapy, and

be an advocate for promoting a rehabilitative environment to maximise

patient's independence, function, and quality of life.

About us

People are at our core. We offer a supportive environment

with opportunities for professional growth and development and are always

aiming for the highest standards and working environment. Our teams work

positively together, collaborating to ensure our patients get the best care,

and staff enjoy a fulfilling career knowing they make a real difference in

people's lives.

Our values are Compassionate, Skilled, Accountable,

Trustworthy and Principled - working here means being part of a community that

focuses on empathy, respect and teamwork. We're there for everyone who needs us

and are on a mission to change the way society and healthcare systems care for

people.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£32,023 a year

£32,023 FTE (£17,505 Pro-Rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

B0156-26-0012A

Job locations

1 Northgate Road

Linthorpe

Middlesbrough

TS5 5NW

United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Occupational

Therapist

Job Purpose and Role

The

enthusiastic post holder will be responsible for delivering Occupational therapy

to the palliative patients under the care of Teesside Hospice.

The

post holder will assess and devise holistic treatment plans tailored to the

patient's needs on the in -patient unit and well-being services with added

input to the community. The role will entail working autonomously and within

the multidisciplinary team to provide effective palliative care. The post

holder will have experience in supporting patients with long term conditions

in particular palliative care, neurology, and respiratory physiotherapy, and

be an advocate for promoting a rehabilitative environment to maximise

patient's independence, function, and quality of life.

Main Duties and key result areas

General

duties

Provide

necessary equipment and aids and advice on their safe and proper use, as

required in the provision of safe and responsive patient care including

mobility aids.

Provide

relevant professional advice, education and information to patients,

families, carers, and professionals with use of relevant supporting materials

in a variety of settings e.g. IPU, Wellbeing Centre.

To

make recommendations to maintain the patient's functional abilities and

quality of life within the community.

To

demonstrate expertise management of patients with complex specialist needs.

Deliver hands on patient care directly on a regular basis working as part

of the wider team within the scope of professional registration.

Ensure

that evidence-based practice is embedded in treatment approaches and

contribute to the development of departmental guidelines

Maintain

a safe environment for patients and carers

Maintain current registration with HCPC

Assume responsibility for their own professional development and

update and maintain own clinical skills as required for the role

To be an integral part of the allied health professionals team

Comply with relevant legislation and guidelines for providing a

high standard of care ensuring patients are safe inclusive of Mental

Capacity, Safeguarding and Data protection

Comply with all statutory and local policy requirements,

including Health & Safety, Fire etc.

Show evidence of updating own professional knowledge and skills

and jointly establish a personal development plan with their line manager

using the appraisal system.

To undertake activities from time to time, representing Teesside

Hospice's service to outside groups or the public.

To assist in events and publicity on behalf of the Hospice, when

required

Clinical

Complete

holistic Occupational Therapy assessments of patient's needs to formulate a

patient-centred specialised treatment plan including relevant symptom control

with a view to improving/maintain their present level of functional

independence and wellbeing

Assess,

plan and implement treatment programmes for patients and their carers, in all

activities of daily living with a view to maintaining /improving their

present level of functional independence

Ensure safe, efficient and effective delivery of patient

focussed care in line with identified evidence-based practice, local and

national standards

Autonomously complete

holistic assessments of patient's needs to formulate and deliver a

patient-centred specialised treatment plan including relevant symptom control

with a view to improving/maintain their present level of functional

independence and wellbeing

To

ensure clinical practice is evidence based and in line with regional and

national guidelines

Ensure

effective communication within the MDT

To

promote a multi-disciplinary approach to care, attending MDT meetings.

Report promptly to the line manager and document appropriately

any untoward incident, complaint, grievance etc. or other aspect likely to

affect the safe and efficient functioning of the service.

Help

patients manage symptoms such as fatigue, breathlessness, pain and anxiety

through a variety of techniques

Provide

adaptions/equipment to aid daily living, as well as materials and tools and

give instruction on their safe and proper use.

Carry

out home assessments, liaising with the multidisciplinary team at Teesside

Hospice and support teams within the community to facilitate appropriate

patient discharge

Make

recommendations to maintain the patient functional abilities and quality of

life within the community

Be

responsible for appropriate hospice equipment and to ensure that it is

properly maintained.

Build therapeutic

relationships with patients, families, and carers to facilitate informed

decision-making and be creative in promoting self-management strategies.

Provide necessary

equipment and aids and advice on their safe and proper use, as required in

the provision of safe and responsive patient care including mobility aids,

breathlessness management tools and other items.

Focus

on a rehabilitative approach, helping to maximise their independence for as

long as possible

Plan

and deliver educational programmes/ sessions to patients and carers on topics

relating to specialist palliative care symptom management

Delivering to our Values

Accountable

Able to justify actions or

decisions

Takes personal responsibility

for their actions

Able to describe the impact

of their work in a way others understand

Welcomes feedback as an

opportunity to grow and develop

Trustworthy

Working collaboratively with

beneficiaries, colleagues, partners and supporters

Being authentic and

transparent

Trusted to respond to needs

and deliver what is expected of us

Projecting a professional

image that engenders trust

Principled

To adhere to professional and

clinical standards

Maintain appropriate

boundaries and relationships which are built on trust and honesty

Avoid and speak out against

any actions, or behaviours, that conflict with our values or could cause harm

to any stakeholders

Demonstrate strong moral

principles which embody Teesside Hospices vision and bring our values to

life

Do the right thing even in

difficult situations, and always endeavour to work effectively and

efficiently to maximise results and service

Skilled

Having and showing the

knowledge, ability or training to work well

Seeking opportunities to

learn from a wide range of sources

Contributing to the provision

of excellent, safe and effective care no matter what your role is in the

organisation

Ensuring that the treatment, support and services we offer are

effective

Compassionate

Feeling or showing kindness

and concern for others

Able to empathise with people

who dealing with a terminal illness

Being kind in use of language

and behaviour

Caring for others who need

our support and help

Job responsibilities

Occupational

Therapist

Job Purpose and Role

The

enthusiastic post holder will be responsible for delivering Occupational therapy

to the palliative patients under the care of Teesside Hospice.

The

post holder will assess and devise holistic treatment plans tailored to the

patient's needs on the in -patient unit and well-being services with added

input to the community. The role will entail working autonomously and within

the multidisciplinary team to provide effective palliative care. The post

holder will have experience in supporting patients with long term conditions

in particular palliative care, neurology, and respiratory physiotherapy, and

be an advocate for promoting a rehabilitative environment to maximise

patient's independence, function, and quality of life.

Main Duties and key result areas

General

duties

Provide

necessary equipment and aids and advice on their safe and proper use, as

required in the provision of safe and responsive patient care including

mobility aids.

Provide

relevant professional advice, education and information to patients,

families, carers, and professionals with use of relevant supporting materials

in a variety of settings e.g. IPU, Wellbeing Centre.

To

make recommendations to maintain the patient's functional abilities and

quality of life within the community.

To

demonstrate expertise management of patients with complex specialist needs.

Deliver hands on patient care directly on a regular basis working as part

of the wider team within the scope of professional registration.

Ensure

that evidence-based practice is embedded in treatment approaches and

contribute to the development of departmental guidelines

Maintain

a safe environment for patients and carers

Maintain current registration with HCPC

Assume responsibility for their own professional development and

update and maintain own clinical skills as required for the role

To be an integral part of the allied health professionals team

Comply with relevant legislation and guidelines for providing a

high standard of care ensuring patients are safe inclusive of Mental

Capacity, Safeguarding and Data protection

Comply with all statutory and local policy requirements,

including Health & Safety, Fire etc.

Show evidence of updating own professional knowledge and skills

and jointly establish a personal development plan with their line manager

using the appraisal system.

To undertake activities from time to time, representing Teesside

Hospice's service to outside groups or the public.

To assist in events and publicity on behalf of the Hospice, when

required

Clinical

Complete

holistic Occupational Therapy assessments of patient's needs to formulate a

patient-centred specialised treatment plan including relevant symptom control

with a view to improving/maintain their present level of functional

independence and wellbeing

Assess,

plan and implement treatment programmes for patients and their carers, in all

activities of daily living with a view to maintaining /improving their

present level of functional independence

Ensure safe, efficient and effective delivery of patient

focussed care in line with identified evidence-based practice, local and

national standards

Autonomously complete

holistic assessments of patient's needs to formulate and deliver a

patient-centred specialised treatment plan including relevant symptom control

with a view to improving/maintain their present level of functional

independence and wellbeing

To

ensure clinical practice is evidence based and in line with regional and

national guidelines

Ensure

effective communication within the MDT

To

promote a multi-disciplinary approach to care, attending MDT meetings.

Report promptly to the line manager and document appropriately

any untoward incident, complaint, grievance etc. or other aspect likely to

affect the safe and efficient functioning of the service.

Help

patients manage symptoms such as fatigue, breathlessness, pain and anxiety

through a variety of techniques

Provide

adaptions/equipment to aid daily living, as well as materials and tools and

give instruction on their safe and proper use.

Carry

out home assessments, liaising with the multidisciplinary team at Teesside

Hospice and support teams within the community to facilitate appropriate

patient discharge

Make

recommendations to maintain the patient functional abilities and quality of

life within the community

Be

responsible for appropriate hospice equipment and to ensure that it is

properly maintained.

Build therapeutic

relationships with patients, families, and carers to facilitate informed

decision-making and be creative in promoting self-management strategies.

Provide necessary

equipment and aids and advice on their safe and proper use, as required in

the provision of safe and responsive patient care including mobility aids,

breathlessness management tools and other items.

Focus

on a rehabilitative approach, helping to maximise their independence for as

long as possible

Plan

and deliver educational programmes/ sessions to patients and carers on topics

relating to specialist palliative care symptom management

Delivering to our Values

Accountable

Able to justify actions or

decisions

Takes personal responsibility

for their actions

Able to describe the impact

of their work in a way others understand

Welcomes feedback as an

opportunity to grow and develop

Trustworthy

Working collaboratively with

beneficiaries, colleagues, partners and supporters

Being authentic and

transparent

Trusted to respond to needs

and deliver what is expected of us

Projecting a professional

image that engenders trust

Principled

To adhere to professional and

clinical standards

Maintain appropriate

boundaries and relationships which are built on trust and honesty

Avoid and speak out against

any actions, or behaviours, that conflict with our values or could cause harm

to any stakeholders

Demonstrate strong moral

principles which embody Teesside Hospices vision and bring our values to

life

Do the right thing even in

difficult situations, and always endeavour to work effectively and

efficiently to maximise results and service

Skilled

Having and showing the

knowledge, ability or training to work well

Seeking opportunities to

learn from a wide range of sources

Contributing to the provision

of excellent, safe and effective care no matter what your role is in the

organisation

Ensuring that the treatment, support and services we offer are

effective

Compassionate

Feeling or showing kindness

and concern for others

Able to empathise with people

who dealing with a terminal illness

Being kind in use of language

and behaviour

Caring for others who need

our support and help

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Valid and up to date HCPC registration

Desirable

• Advanced communication skills
• Evidence of postgraduate training/qualification relevant to clinical area

Personal Attributes/ Key skills

Essential

• Team Working
• Ability to remain calm and professional during difficult situations
• Flexible and adaptable
• Communication and Influencing
• Attention to Detail

Experience

Essential

• Understanding of the dying process and the ability to manage the emotional impact of working with the dying and bereaved
• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship management

Desirable

• Experience of supervising or managing a team is preferable
• Experience in a variety of settings, such as respiratory, Neurlogical or community settings
• Experience of working collaboratively with community teams
• Experience of working in a palliative care setting

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential
• Excellent IT Skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel.

Desirable

• Experience of using SystmOne
• Ability to work autonomously
• Evidence of resilience
• Can adapt to changes in practice and service delivery

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Valid and up to date HCPC registration

Desirable

• Advanced communication skills
• Evidence of postgraduate training/qualification relevant to clinical area

Personal Attributes/ Key skills

Essential

• Team Working
• Ability to remain calm and professional during difficult situations
• Flexible and adaptable
• Communication and Influencing
• Attention to Detail

Experience

Essential

• Understanding of the dying process and the ability to manage the emotional impact of working with the dying and bereaved
• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship management

Desirable

• Experience of supervising or managing a team is preferable
• Experience in a variety of settings, such as respiratory, Neurlogical or community settings
• Experience of working collaboratively with community teams
• Experience of working in a palliative care setting

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential
• Excellent IT Skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel.

Desirable

• Experience of using SystmOne
• Ability to work autonomously
• Evidence of resilience
• Can adapt to changes in practice and service delivery

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 .

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 .

Employer details

Employer name

Teesside Hospice

Address

1 Northgate Road

Linthorpe

Middlesbrough

TS5 5NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Teesside Hospice

Address

1 Northgate Road

Linthorpe

Middlesbrough

TS5 5NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job responsibilities

Occupational

Therapist

Job Purpose and Role

The

enthusiastic post holder will be responsible for delivering Occupational therapy

to the palliative patients under the care of Teesside Hospice.

The

post holder will assess and devise holistic treatment plans tailored to the

patient's needs on the in -patient unit and well-being services with added

input to the community. The role will entail working autonomously and within

the multidisciplinary team to provide effective palliative care. The post

holder will have experience in supporting patients with long term conditions

in particular palliative care, neurology, and respiratory physiotherapy, and

be an advocate for promoting a rehabilitative environment to maximise

patient's independence, function, and quality of life.

Main Duties and key result areas

General

duties

Provide

necessary equipment and aids and advice on their safe and proper use, as

required in the provision of safe and responsive patient care including

mobility aids.

Provide

relevant professional advice, education and information to patients,

families, carers, and professionals with use of relevant supporting materials

in a variety of settings e.g. IPU, Wellbeing Centre.

To

make recommendations to maintain the patient's functional abilities and

quality of life within the community.

To

demonstrate expertise management of patients with complex specialist needs.

Deliver hands on patient care directly on a regular basis working as part

of the wider team within the scope of professional registration.

Ensure

that evidence-based practice is embedded in treatment approaches and

contribute to the development of departmental guidelines

Maintain

a safe environment for patients and carers

Maintain current registration with HCPC

Assume responsibility for their own professional development and

update and maintain own clinical skills as required for the role

To be an integral part of the allied health professionals team

Comply with relevant legislation and guidelines for providing a

high standard of care ensuring patients are safe inclusive of Mental

Capacity, Safeguarding and Data protection

Comply with all statutory and local policy requirements,

including Health & Safety, Fire etc.

Show evidence of updating own professional knowledge and skills

and jointly establish a personal development plan with their line manager

using the appraisal system.

To undertake activities from time to time, representing Teesside

Hospice's service to outside groups or the public.

To assist in events and publicity on behalf of the Hospice, when

required

Clinical

Complete

holistic Occupational Therapy assessments of patient's needs to formulate a

patient-centred specialised treatment plan including relevant symptom control

with a view to improving/maintain their present level of functional

independence and wellbeing

Assess,

plan and implement treatment programmes for patients and their carers, in all

activities of daily living with a view to maintaining /improving their

present level of functional independence

Ensure safe, efficient and effective delivery of patient

focussed care in line with identified evidence-based practice, local and

national standards

Autonomously complete

holistic assessments of patient's needs to formulate and deliver a

patient-centred specialised treatment plan including relevant symptom control

with a view to improving/maintain their present level of functional

independence and wellbeing

To

ensure clinical practice is evidence based and in line with regional and

national guidelines

Ensure

effective communication within the MDT

To

promote a multi-disciplinary approach to care, attending MDT meetings.

Report promptly to the line manager and document appropriately

any untoward incident, complaint, grievance etc. or other aspect likely to

affect the safe and efficient functioning of the service.

Help

patients manage symptoms such as fatigue, breathlessness, pain and anxiety

through a variety of techniques

Provide

adaptions/equipment to aid daily living, as well as materials and tools and

give instruction on their safe and proper use.

Carry

out home assessments, liaising with the multidisciplinary team at Teesside

Hospice and support teams within the community to facilitate appropriate

patient discharge

Make

recommendations to maintain the patient functional abilities and quality of

life within the community

Be

responsible for appropriate hospice equipment and to ensure that it is

properly maintained.

Build therapeutic

relationships with patients, families, and carers to facilitate informed

decision-making and be creative in promoting self-management strategies.

Provide necessary

equipment and aids and advice on their safe and proper use, as required in

the provision of safe and responsive patient care including mobility aids,

breathlessness management tools and other items.

Focus

on a rehabilitative approach, helping to maximise their independence for as

long as possible

Plan

and deliver educational programmes/ sessions to patients and carers on topics

relating to specialist palliative care symptom management

Delivering to our Values

Accountable

Able to justify actions or

decisions

Takes personal responsibility

for their actions

Able to describe the impact

of their work in a way others understand

Welcomes feedback as an

opportunity to grow and develop

Trustworthy

Working collaboratively with

beneficiaries, colleagues, partners and supporters

Being authentic and

transparent

Trusted to respond to needs

and deliver what is expected of us

Projecting a professional

image that engenders trust

Principled

To adhere to professional and

clinical standards

Maintain appropriate

boundaries and relationships which are built on trust and honesty

Avoid and speak out against

any actions, or behaviours, that conflict with our values or could cause harm

to any stakeholders

Demonstrate strong moral

principles which embody Teesside Hospices vision and bring our values to

life

Do the right thing even in

difficult situations, and always endeavour to work effectively and

efficiently to maximise results and service

Skilled

Having and showing the

knowledge, ability or training to work well

Seeking opportunities to

learn from a wide range of sources

Contributing to the provision

of excellent, safe and effective care no matter what your role is in the

organisation

Ensuring that the treatment, support and services we offer are

effective

Compassionate

Feeling or showing kindness

and concern for others

Able to empathise with people

who dealing with a terminal illness

Being kind in use of language

and behaviour

Caring for others who need

our support and help

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Valid and up to date HCPC registration

Desirable

• Advanced communication skills
• Evidence of postgraduate training/qualification relevant to clinical area

Personal Attributes/ Key skills

Essential

• Team Working
• Ability to remain calm and professional during difficult situations
• Flexible and adaptable
• Communication and Influencing
• Attention to Detail

Experience

Essential

• Understanding of the dying process and the ability to manage the emotional impact of working with the dying and bereaved
• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship management

Desirable

• Experience of supervising or managing a team is preferable
• Experience in a variety of settings, such as respiratory, Neurlogical or community settings
• Experience of working collaboratively with community teams
• Experience of working in a palliative care setting

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential
• Excellent IT Skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel.

Desirable

• Experience of using SystmOne
• Ability to work autonomously
• Evidence of resilience
• Can adapt to changes in practice and service delivery