Occupational Therapist Jobs in United Kingdom
All jobs below are from employers who hold a valid UK sponsor licence and can issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Occupational Therapist roles are classified under Occupational therapists (SOC 2222) and qualify for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Employers with a valid sponsor licence can hire internationally for this role.
UK market salary · ASHE 2025
What occupational therapists earn in the UK
UK market basic pay at a glance
How visa salary requirements compare to what employers pay.
Most occupational therapists in the UK earn between £37,232 and £48,620 in basic pay.
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We are seeking a motivated and community‑focused Occupational Therapist to join the Tottenham Talking project, an innovative partnership between the NHS and the voluntary sector. Tottenham Talking provides safe, creative and inclusive community spaces for adults effected by mental health to build confidence, develop skills and connect with others. The project supports individuals to better manage their mental health and to move towards meaningful activity, work and wider community participation.
Lead Occupational Therapist (Ref: 245480) Intermediate Care Team Substantive Full Time 36 hours per week Band 7 Salary Range £52,845 £61,466 per annum plus Distant Island Allowance of £2,578 per annum Relocation Assistance of up to £8000 available This is an exciting opportunity to provide an Occupational Therapy service in a unique location with unique challenges. The Intermediate Care Team provides rehabilitation and reablement to the population of the Shetland Islands aged 18 and over, with t
Our paediatric SEND team are looking for an occupational therapist to join the team on a bank basis. This post requires the post-holder to visit schools across the Essex area, so it is essential that they can drive and have access to their own car. The successful candidate will hold an appropriate occupational therapy degree and be HCPC/RCSLT registered. They will be supported to work independently, as well as part of a team. They will have experience of working with children with special educat
We are looking for a dynamic and patient focused Occupational Therapist to join our Community Therapy Team. You will work alongside your community therapy colleagues and the community nurses and matrons, to provide rehabilitation, palliative care, hospital at home/unplanned therapy support, to the residents of Hertfordshire in their own homes, residential and nursing homes. The team is friendly, supportive and works collaboratively to optimise patients’ level of independence and find innovative
With the addition of a post working at Hackney Social Services occupational therapy department, this is a really exciting time to join our Band 6 rotation to gain experience across the acute and intermediate care field. We are very excited about the new social services role, and how it can fit into an NHS rotation. The rotations are 9 months in duration and are based across three locations within Hackney; Homerton University Hospital, Hackney Service Centre and Orsman Road. If you are an experie
Band 6 Occupational Therapist -- Holford Ward (PICU) We are looking for a dynamic and inspiring Occupational Therapist to join Holford Ward, our 10-bedded mixedgender Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit. On Holford Ward, you will be part of a team that delivers expert, supportive, and highly individualised care rooted in relational security and recovery principles. You will help promote personal safety, social inclusion, and strong collaboration with service users, their families, and carers. In thi
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Occupational Therapists to join the new and transformational One Coventry Integrated Team (OCIT) service. The trust along with Coventry City Council and Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust have designed and developed 3 Local Integrated Teams (LITs) across the city of Coventry which are supported by multi-professional teams offering a holistic and integrated approach to urgent community needs for the residents of Coventry. Local integrated care is on
We are looking for a passionate and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our Rapid Emergency Assessment and Care Team (REACT), which is a valued and integral component of UHCW’s Emergency Medicine Group. REACT’s interdisciplinary way of working within Emergency Medicine’s Assessment Areas and Short Stay wards aims to avoid hospital admissions whilst providing high standards of care and discharge planning. REACT are passionate about safely discharging patients back into the community and we a
We are looking for experienced and adaptable occupational therapists who are HCPC registered. As part of our Occupational Therapy Service, the post holders will manage their own specialist caseloads. Using evidence based practice and patient centred principles they will assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions for patients with complex mental health needs. They will demonstrate excellent communication, leadership skills and an enthusiasm for collaborative practice within a community me
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Occupational Therapists to join our intermediate care team. This will provide you with excellent opportunities to develop a wide range of clinical and professional skills in a friendly and supportive environment. You will carry out holistic Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment interventions, considering the persons physical, cognitive and psychosocial needs. You will work on the intermediate care ward You will work with
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Occupational Therapist roles fall under SOC 2222 (Occupational therapists), which is eligible for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Employers with a valid sponsor licence can sponsor Occupational Therapist positions.