Locum Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Acute Medical | Hackney, East London

  • Job reference: 35823
  • Location: London, Greater London
  • Job type: Locum
  • Job sector: Occupational Therapists
  • Published: October 30, 2026
Job reference: 35823
Consultant: Grace Snedden

Locum Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Acute Medical | Hackney, East London

£26 per hour | Full-Time | Immediate Start

Hunter Gatherer AHP is currently recruiting for an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join a busy acute hospital team in Hackney, East London.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced OT looking for a full-time locum position within an acute medical setting, with an immediate start available.

Job Details:

  • Job Title: Band 6 Occupational Therapist

  • Location: Hackney, East London

  • Speciality: Acute Medical

  • Pay Rate: £26 per hour

  • Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

  • Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm

  • Start Date: ASAP

  • Duration: Ongoing / TBC

Key Responsibilities:

  • Completing comprehensive occupational therapy assessments of acute medical patients.

  • Assessing patients’ functional abilities and independence with activities of daily living.

  • Providing appropriate rehabilitation and treatment interventions.

  • Assessing equipment and ongoing care needs.

  • Supporting safe and timely hospital discharges.

  • Working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team.

  • Managing a varied acute medical caseload.

Requirements & Qualifications:

  • HCPC registration is essential.

  • Previous acute hospital experience.

  • Strong experience within acute medical wards.

  • Confident completing functional assessments and discharge planning.

  • Ability to work independently within a busy hospital environment.

Interested?

If you’re a Band 6 Occupational Therapist available for an immediate start and looking for your next locum opportunity in East London, I’d love to hear from you!

Contact Grace at Hunter Gatherer AHP:

0203 833 0782
gsnedden@hg-ahp.com

 

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