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Occupational Therapist Talent Pool

Manx CarePublic sector
£36,423 - £45,738Full TimePermanentNot specifiedHealthcare
Posted 15 March 2026Closes 31 December 2026

Job Description

Your OT adventure starts here. Discover your career on the Isle of Man and join our Talent Pool today! We’re recruiting talented Occupational Therapists ready to make a real difference! Whether you’re starting out in our Band 5 development rotational roles designed to fast-track you into Band 6, or you’re experienced and applying for one of our established Band 6 positions. Explore exciting opportunities to grow, learn and thrive in a supportive, dynamic environment. By joining our talent pool, you’ll gain priority access to job opportunities that align with your skills and experience. As new vacancies arise, you’ll be among the first to be considered, giving you a fast-track pass to joining our amazing team. Applications are reviewed regularly and our hiring managers may reach out to you directly. Choose Your Path: 🎓 Band 5 Development Rotational Occupational Therapist Kick-start your OT career with a structured rotational programme that offers diverse clinical experience and specialist training across multiple settings. Become a Band 6 in 18 months! What you need ✔ Recently or close to qualifying as an Occupational Therapist ✔ HCPC Registered or registration pending ✔ Experience in an acute setting from your student clinical placements ✔ A full UK driving licence 🚀 Band 6 Rotational & Community Occupational Therapist Ready for your next challenge? Our Band 6 rotational or community OT roles offer varied placements with increased responsibility and the chance to actively contribute to service development and clinical supervision. What you need ✔ BSc or equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy ✔ Registration with the HCPC ✔ Sufficient post registration experience ✔ A full UK driving licence Why the Isle of Man is the ultimate place to be an OT 🕊️ Escape the hustle: Enjoy shorter commutes, a low-stress environment and more time for what matters to you. 🌊 Breathtaking surroundings: From stunning coastal paths and rolling hills to vibrant local events, beaches and outdoor adventures — there’s something for everyone, whether you crave an active social scene or peaceful family time. ❤️ Family-friendly living: Safe communities, excellent schools, and a strong sense of local connection. 💸 More take-home pay: Keep more of what you earn with the Isle of Man’s 21% tax rate — compared to up to 40% in the UK. 🚗 No traffic jams or city chaos: Say goodbye to lengthy commutes and hello to real work-life balance. ✈️ Well-connected but peaceful: Regular flights to the UK and Ireland yet far removed from the pressures of mainland life. 🧘 Wellbeing focused: The island’s calm pace and strong community culture make it easier to prioritise mental and physical wellbeing. 📋 Manageable caseloads: Focus on quality care and hands-on learning without feeling overwhelmed. 🏡 Affordable living: Housing assistance, relocation support and lower costs make settling in stress-free. 🤝 Support that counts: You won’t be lost in a huge system. Work closely with mentors and a supportive team who are invested in your growth and wellbeing. Supporting you to support our community ✔ Earn more at Band 5 & Band 6 with salaries which are higher than and separate to UK NHS pay bands. Unlike the UK, your pay will increase after 12 months. You will also receive an additional £1,000 in your 1st, 13th and 25th payslip, in recognition of your work with Manx Care. ✔ Keep more of the money you earn with the Isle of Man’s tax rate of 21% (compared to the UK’s 40%) ✔ Cheaper accommodation in your first 6 months and then help to pay your rent/mortgage afterwards with a housing assistance allowance ✔ Enjoy your time off with 27 days annual leave plus an additional 10 days for Isle of Man public holidays. ✔ Enjoy peace of mind with a generous pension package ensuring your future financial wellbeing is looked after. ✔ Comfortably relocate you, your things and your family with a £7,000 relocation package. ✔ Don’t be charged to park, free car parking at all our sites. ✔ Travel plans? Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years with us ✔ Keen cyclist? Buy a bike or eBike to explore the island using our salary sacrifice scheme after your first year with us ✔ Exclusive access to mental health professionals providing free counselling and emotional support because your wellbeing matters. Ready to apply? Catherine Henry (Rotational) and Katie Sharp (Community), our friendly Recruitment Managers, are happy to answer any questions you might have. Feel free to get in touch by phone or email, they'll be happy to hear from you. 📧 Catherine.Henry@nobles.dhss.gov.im / Katie.Sharp@nobles.dhss.gov.im 📞 01624 650200 / 01624 642511 Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01624 686300 or by email at helpmeapply@gov.im.

Automation Risk

Automation probabilityi28%
AI exposure (AIOE)i62%

While some documentation and administrative tasks are routine and can be automated via EHR and AI tools, the core of occupational therapy—clinical assessment, hands-on intervention, and patient/caregiver education—requires human judgment, empathy, and adaptability. The role is moderately exposed to AI augmentation, especially in planning and reporting, but overall automation risk remains low due to the need for direct patient interaction.

Task analysis

  • Assess and evaluate patients’ physical, mental, and functional abilities to determine rehabilitation goals.
  • Develop individualized occupational therapy treatment plans and set measurable goals.
  • Deliver therapeutic interventions and adapt activities to promote independence in daily living.
  • Document patient progress, prepare reports, and maintain clinical records.
  • Educate and train patients, families, and caregivers on therapy techniques and adaptive strategies.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and service development.
  • Supervise and mentor junior staff or students as part of clinical placements.
  • Contribute to service improvement initiatives and participate in clinical audits.
  • Select, adapt, and maintain therapeutic equipment and assistive devices for patient use.

Automatable AI-assisted Human-only

Occupational Classification

✨ Bright Outlook🇬🇧 UK Skilled Worker Visa Eligible
UK SOC2020: 2222Occupational therapists
O*NET: 29-1122.00 Occupational Therapists
AI analysis: 15 March 2026

UK Salary Benchmark

Human health activities · ONS ASHE 2024 annual earnings

scale £40k
This vacancy
£36,423
UK sector median
£32,841
UK sector mean
£37,924
£0£10k£20k£30k

👤 For Candidates

AI & future-of-work guidance

🤖 Enhance with AI

  • Use AI tools for faster clinical documentation
  • Leverage digital platforms for patient education materials
  • Analyse patient data trends using AI dashboards

📈 Disruption outlook

10%1 yr
18%5 yrs
32%10 yrs

% risk of significant disruption

🎓 Learn now

📚 For full-time, part-time & evening courses on the Isle of Man, visit University College Isle of Man (UCM)

🏢 For Employers

Strategic hiring options & technology alternatives

🔄 Alternatives

🤖 AI AgentAI-powered EHR assistant

Automates routine documentation and progress notes

💻 TechnologyTelehealth platform

Expands remote patient assessment and follow-up

Recommendation

Augment role

AI can streamline admin tasks; core therapy remains human-centred

Microsoft Copilot & M365

Power Automate

Automate clinical documentation workflows

Copilot for Word

Draft patient reports and care plans

Microsoft Teams

Coordinate multidisciplinary care and virtual meetings

Key Skills

Clinical AssessmentAdvancedHealth and SafetyIntermediateConfidentialityAdvancedTime ManagementIntermediateTeamworkAdvancedDrivingIntermediateActive ListeningAdvancedCare PlanningIntermediateCritical ThinkingIntermediateOccupational Therapy Intervention PlanningAdvanced

Knowledge Areas

Healthcare OperationsMedical Terminology and Patient CarePsychology and Human BehaviorEducation and TrainingClient Service and Relationship ManagementReporting and DocumentationRegulatory Compliance

O*NET Competency Skills

Active ListeningMonitoringService OrientationCritical ThinkingInstructingJudgment and Decision MakingReading ComprehensionSocial PerceptivenessSpeakingWritingActive LearningLearning StrategiesCoordinationTime ManagementComplex Problem Solving

Alternative Career Paths

Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist90% match

Focus on a specialist clinical area such as neurology, paediatrics, or hand therapy.

Healthcare Manager70% match

Oversee therapy teams or broader healthcare service operations.

Rehabilitation Case Manager75% match

Coordinate multidisciplinary rehabilitation services for clients across settings.

Academic Lecturer in Occupational Therapy65% match

Teach and mentor students in higher education settings.

Also Consider

🔥 Hot Technologies

In-demand tools for this occupation (O*NET)

eClinicalWorks EHR softwareMicrosoft Word

Work Activities

General work activities from O*NET

  • Documenting/Recording Information
  • Assisting and Caring for Others
  • Getting Information
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Developing Objectives and Strategies
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  • Thinking Creatively
  • Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
  • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
  • Coaching and Developing Others
  • Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

Anthropic Economic Index

Real-world AI adoption data from millions of Claude conversations · Dataset ↗

CC-BY Research

Observed Claude Usage

1%

of conversations

Classic Auto. Risk

0%

Frey & Osborne

Job Zone

5/5

Extensive prep

O*NET Median Salary

£67k

US ref. $84k · fx 0.79

Occupational family: Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

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