Specialist Occupational Therapist Moving and HandlingNHS

Job summary

The Moving, Handling & Ergonomics service provides specialist assessment, advice, training and support for complex moving and handling needs across health and social care settings. Through evidence-based practice, the service promotes choice, independence, dignity, safety and proportionate care in line with the Care Act 2014, clinical best practice and Health and Safety legislation, with a specific focus on supporting Reduced Care Handling approaches.

The Moving, Handling and Ergonomics Service are proud of our reputation for delivering excellent practice based on the latest evidence, innovation and collaboration. As a team, we actively engage with regional and national Moving and Handling networks, including National Back Exchange, helping to shape and influence best practice beyond our local area. Members of our team have contributed to the development of national guidance, presented work nationally and received recognition for their achievements, including a National Back Exchange 2026 Rising Star Award winner within our team.

Please note that Care Plus Group is not currently registered to sponsor applicants from outside the EU and EEA.

Main duties of the job

Specialist Occupational Therapist Moving and Handling

Moving, Handling and Ergonomics

Based at Westgate Park, Grimsby

37.5 hours per week, permanent

Core Service Hours are 8am-5pm Monday-Friday; however, evenings and weekend by exception to support individual need.

We are looking for a motivated and person-centred Occupational Therapist to join our specialist Moving, Handling and Ergonomics Service.

You will undertake complex moving and handling assessments, develop innovative solutions to support independence and dignity, and provide expert advice to patients, families, carers and professionals across North East Lincolnshire.

Working across a variety of community, residential and healthcare settings, you will use advanced clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice to assess risk, recommend specialist equipment and adaptations, and support reduced care and single-handed care approaches wherever appropriate.

The role offers the opportunity to contribute to service development, education, quality improvement and the promotion of best practice in moving and handling across health and social care.

You must be registered with the HCPC.

Interviews will be held Tuesday 24 November and Wednesday 25 November.

For further information and an informal discussion please contact Vicky Henderson at [email protected] or on telephone number 07514642022.

Job description

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About us

Care Plus Group (CPG) is an employee-owned Community Benefit Society dedicated to improving health, wellbeing and independence for the communities we serve. Providing a diverse range of services including community nursing, urgent care, primary care, rehabilitation, adult social care, learning disability, specialist support services, and event medical services, CPG supports people at every stage of their health and care journey. As a socially responsible organisation, we combine a commercially minded approach with a compassionate heart, ensuring we remain financially sustainable whilst always prioritising the needs of the people and communities who rely on us.

We offer excellent terms and conditions including optional membership to a contributory pension scheme, Independent Provider closed access to the NHS pension scheme, lease cars, a full induction programme and an extensive range of CPD/development opportunities. We recognise continuous service from partner Health and Care organisations for the purposes of annual leave entitlement. We are a supportive employer and operate in a way which supports family friendly and flexible working. CPG is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.