Welcome to Occupational Therapy Opportunities in Sussex
Sussex is a premier hub for Allied Health Professionals on the South Coast. Offering a strategic blend of the South Downs National Park and a vibrant coastal culture, it provides the perfect backdrop for Occupational Therapists to develop their clinical expertise. With good transport links to London, Surrey, and the wider South East, it is an ideal location for clinicians seeking a high-quality lifestyle alongside a rewarding professional career.
Sussex presents a diverse range of Occupational Therapy opportunities across acute hospital settings, community reablement teams, mental health services, and specialist social care. Whether you are a Band 5 looking for rotational experience, a Band 6 specialist in community or mental health OT, or a Lead Occupational Therapist seeking a management challenge, the region offers a wealth of clinical choice.
Key NHS Trusts for Occupational Therapists in Sussex
Sussex's healthcare landscape is anchored by major NHS Trusts that prioritise occupation-focused rehabilitation and multidisciplinary teamwork:
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust - Operates major sites including the Royal Sussex County in Brighton and Worthing Hospital, providing specialist acute OT rotations in major trauma, neurosciences, oncology, and complex discharge planning.
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust - A leader in mental health and learning disability OT, providing integrated community mental health, cognitive rehabilitation, and specialist forensic OT services across Sussex.
Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust - Focuses on integrated community OT, admission avoidance, and specialist older adult services across the county, with strong links to local authority social care.
Private Sector and Social Care Roles
Beyond the NHS, Your World provides access to exclusive private-sector OT roles in independent clinics and specialist community care organisations throughout Sussex.
