Adult Occupational Therapist – Complex Disabilities (Part‑Time)

Hollybank Trust; Lower Hopton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pension scheme

Funded DBS (initial DBS)

Employee assistance program

Wellbeing support and mental health A"

Job summary

Hollybank Trust is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide adult-focused OT assessments and interventions at the Mirfield site, with occasional travel to offsite homes. The role involves developing person-centred treatment plans and collaborating with families and the MDT to improve independence and wellbeing.

Applicants should hold an OT degree with HCPC registration and have at least 2 years’ post-qualification experience in health or social care, ideally with complex disabilities or

Qualifications

• Holds a recognised Occupational Therapy degree and HCPC registration.
• Has at least 2 years' post-qualification experience in a health or social care setting.
• Has experience working with individuals with complex disabilities, learning disabilities, or PMLD.
• Demonstrates excellent communication, problem-solving, and clinical reasoning skills.
• Is passionate about improving outcomes for people with complex needs.
• Can work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions for adults with complex physical, sensory and learning needs.
• Recommend and support the use of specialist equipment, adaptations, and assistive technology.
• Develop person-centred treatment plans that promote independence, wellbeing, and participation in daily life.
• Work closely with families, carers, support teams, healthcare professionals, and external agencies.
• Provide advice, training, and education to colleagues and carers.
• Support individuals with sensory processing needs and behaviours that may challenge.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary assessments, meetings, and service development initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Clinical reasoning

Education

Occupational Therapy degree (HCPC registered)

Job description

Hollybank Trust is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide adult-focused OT assessments and interventions at the Mirfield site, with occasional travel to offsite homes. The role involves developing person-centred treatment plans and collaborating with families and the MDT to improve independence and wellbeing.

Applicants should hold an OT degree with HCPC registration and have at least 2 years’ post-qualification experience in health or social care, ideally with complex disabilities or