Occupational Therapy Clinical Lead in Shefford SG17 5FS inShefford SG17 5FS PUBLISHED MON 6 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section

Step into a senior clinical role as Occupational Therapy Clinical Lead (Band 7) with East London NHS Foundation Trust at Shefford Health Centre, SG17 5FS. This permanent, full‑time post (salary £47,810–£54,710) sits within Mid Bedfordshire Community Health Services and operates across a seven‑day service (08:00–21:00). You will deputise for the Therapy Team Lead, oversee clinical decision‑making, line manage and supervise qualified therapists, support practitioners and rehabilitation staff, and manage performance across multiple caseloads while travelling across Bedfordshire.

This role is aimed at an experienced HCPC‑registered occupational therapist with a degree or diploma, strong community and leadership experience, and a commitment to coaching and service development. ELFT is known for supportive coaching, career development and inclusive values, offering real opportunities to mentor students, influence service design and work closely with social care and acute colleagues. If you want a hands‑on leadership role that also supports your professional growth, click the "Apply Now" button beside this advert. Jobsincare.com lists this vacancy positively for carers and those seeking meaningful progression within the NHS.