UK remote
Lead Health Advisor (Occupational Therapist)
About this role
Lead Health Advisor (Occupational Therapist) Salary: £38,000–£41,000 FTE, dependent on experience (£10,270 – £13,300 actual salary) Part time Hours: 10-12 hours per week (up to 0.32 FTE, flexible working pattern to be agreed). Hours to be worked during core office hours. Contract: Permanent Location: Home-based (remote, virtual) Reporting to: Operations Manager DBS Check: Enhanced DBS required Making Things Possible Through Innovation REMAP is a national charity which helps disabled people across the UK achieve greater independence and a better quality of life.
We are the UK’s only charity providing innovative, custom made and personalised equipment for disabled people. Our community of volunteers design and create equipment when no commercial alternative exists – at no charge to the individuals we help. We transform lives through innovation, creativity and practical problem-solving. We're recruiting an experienced and passionate Occupational Therapist to join us as our Lead Health Advisor .
This is a great opportunity to apply your clinical expertise in a unique setting, supporting complex cases, influencing national best practice, and working alongside dedicated volunteers who are committed to making a real difference. About the Role As Lead Health Advisor, you will be the charity's clinical specialist, providing occupational therapy expertise across our referral, volunteer and operational activities. You will work closely with the Referrals Officer, Operations Manager, volunteer health professionals and volunteer engineers to ensure that disabled people receive safe, person-centred and effective support.
The role combines clinical guidance, volunteer engagement and quality improvement, making it ideal for an Occupational Therapist who enjoys collaborative working, creative problem-solving and helping others develop their knowledge and confidence. Your key responsibilities will include: Complex Case Support (40% of the role’s time). The postholder will help our Referrals Officer to assess the suitability of complex referrals and cases.
Clinical Advice and Legislative Guidance (30% of the role’s time). The postholder will review our current guidance to ensure we are following best practice. Volunteer Support and Continuous Improvement (30% of the role’s time). The postholder will offer adhoc advice to our volunteers to ensure they are supported and following best practice. About You We're looking for a qualified and HCPC/ RCOT registered Occupational Therapist, with over 3 years’ post-qualifying experience, who is excited by the opportunity to use their professional expertise in a creative and impactful charitable environment.