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Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapists help people of all ages to carry out everyday activities. Based within the Therapies team, the Occupational Therapy (OT) department has over 120 staff providing inpatient and outpatient services across a wide and diverse range of specialties at King’s College Hospital, Princess Royal University Hospital and Orpington Hospital.

Our OTs are part of a dynamic, innovative therapy department which is directed by the Chief of Therapies, with clinical leadership from professional Heads of Service. Our clinical leads are experts in their fields, with a track record of leading teams and transforming patient care. With strong research links, we are also equipped for large scale research trials.

How we recruit

All OT posts are advertised in our current vacancies section and on NHS Jobs.

Benefits

There are many benefits of working as an OT at the Trust, including:

  • an established supervision system, plus a range of opportunities for learning and participation in both self and service development
  • the majority of our Band 5 and Band 6 roles are rotational posts across a range of specialist areas, offering an exciting platform for developing advanced clinical knowledge and skills
  • opportunities to participate in research, teaching and service development
  • we encourage and support the advancement of our Band 7 staff towards provision of high-quality team leadership and advanced clinical practice

“There is a great scope of clinical specialties throughout the rotations, providing opportunities for developing advanced knowledge and skills.”

Occupational therapist working at King’s

“I feel valued. King’s invests in its staff and provides excellent opportunities for CPD and career progression.”

Occupational therapist working at King’s

More information

Read our advice on how to apply for a job at the Trust. You can also find out about what the Trust has to offer, including information on pay, leave and benefits.