Acute Occupational Therapist – Manchester – £24-£26ph

  • Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester
  • Job type: Locum
  • Job sector: Occupational Therapy
  • Working arrangement: Hybrid
  • Salary: £24 - 26 per hour
  • Published: April 15, 2025
Job reference: 777144
Consultant: Grace Snedden

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Locum Occupational Therapist (Band 5) – High Pay, Flexible Contract in Manchester!

Are you a Band 5 Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding locum role in Manchester? We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!

  • Job Title: Occupational Therapist (Band 5)

  • Location: Manchester

  • Duration: Ongoing contract

  • Schedule: Monday to Friday, Full-time

  • Start Date: ASAP

  • End Date: Ongoing (strong potential for extension)

  • Rate of Pay: Competitive hourly rates – contact us for details

  • Contact: Greg Snedden – 020 3475 4858 / gsnedden@hg-ahp.com


What You’ll Be Doing:

Join our team as a Band 5 Occupational Therapist and play a key role in supporting patients within the Cardiology and Respiratory service. In this role, you will:

  • Perform comprehensive patient assessments

  • Create and implement personalised discharge plans

  • Deliver evidence-based treatments to optimise recovery and independence

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for holistic care delivery

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records


Requirements & Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy

  • HCPC registration (Health Care Professions Council)

  • Previous experience working at Band 5 level

  • Strong discharge planning and pathway knowledge

  • Essential: Experience in Cardiology/Respiratory services

  • Excellent communication and team-working skills


Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This flexible locum position requires availability from Monday to Friday, with potential adjustments based on service needs. The initial contract is ongoing, with a strong possibility of extension depending on performance.


This opportunity won’t last long! Contact Greg Snedden today at 020 3475 4858 or email gsnedden@hg-ahp.com to apply now.


Why Choose Hunter Gatherer AHP?

Hunter Gatherer AHP is a leading UK recruitment agency for Allied Health Professionals, specialising in locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We help Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Radiographers, Speech & Language Therapists, and more find high-quality jobs suited to their career goals.

With top locum pay rates, bi-weekly payments, and a 4.8-star Google rating, we offer a trusted and streamlined recruitment experience.

The benefits of working with us:

✔ Fast & simple AHP locum registration
✔ High-paying locum jobs with regular payroll
✔ Specialist recruiters who understand your field
✔ Access to exclusive NHS and private roles
✔ Ongoing support, CV advice & career development
✔ CPD discounts and networking opportunities

Know an AHP looking for locum work? Refer them today and earn £250 when they start!


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