Band 5 Occupational Therapist - Sage Ward, Juniper centre

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health foundation is seeking a Band 5 Occupational Therapist for an 18-month maternity cover on Sage Ward, Juniper Centre. This full-time position involves the delivery of occupational therapy aimed at enhancing service user recovery in a collaborative team environment. You will engage in both individual and group therapy sessions while overseeing comprehensive assessments within a 17-bedded male dementia ward. The role presents opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in mental health care.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Support for continuing professional development

Flexible location of work as required

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health settings.
• Understanding of OT roles with older people.
• Demonstrated assessment skills in MDT settings.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver OT provision for a designated caseload.
• Conduct comprehensive OT assessments using standard tools.
• Implement individual and group clinical interventions.

Skills

Mental Health Awareness

Intervention Planning

Communication

Personalised Care

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Band 5 Occupational Therapist - Sage Ward, Juniper centre

Band 5

Main area Occupational Therapy Grade Band 5 Contract Fixed term: 18 months (FTC) Hours 37.5 hours per week (Full time) Job ref 436-7239652

Site Sage Ward, Juniper Centre, Moseley Hall Hospital Town Birmingham Salary £29,970 - £36,483 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 30/06/2025 23:59 Interview date 07/07/2025

Please note that this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Job overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to take up a band 5 Occupational Therapist (OT) role within dementia and frailty service at Sage Ward Juniper Centre. This is a 18 month maternity cover.

You will be based on Sage ward which is a 17 bedded male dementia ward, working as a key member of that team where you will manage, develop and deliver occupational therapy (OT) provision to a designated caseload. You will focus on occupational performance, complex mental health presentations, risk management and evaluating outcomes aligned to personalised care plans. You will implement and facilitate individual and group programmes of clinical intervention in collaboration with Occupational Therapy assistants, activity workers and other professionals for effective recovery and discharge.

Whilst you will be based with a specific ward team, as a member of the wider occupational therapy service there may be occasions when flexibility of location is required to accommodate clinical need. The post holder is expected to work Monday - Friday 8am-4pm, working closely with the band 7 Occupational Therapist, Ward Manager, Matron, Lead Occupational Therapist and the ward multidisciplinary team.

Main duties of the job

The Occupational Therapist will be required to undertake comprehensive OT assessments using a number of standardised tools and models, including MOHO (model of human Occupation). The OT will apply formulation skills in setting appropriate goals and work together with the service user in achieving these goals by application of appropriate interventions.

A core role of his post is inputting into the division wide OPIP service which offers interventions in group and one to one settings for service users with organic and/or mental health needs.

The OT will be directly supervised by the band 6.

You will have regular managerial, professional and clinical supervision. There are also training opportunities within the Trust and support of continuing professional development.

Working for our organisation

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

Person specification

Experience

• Has experience of work within mental health settings or in a previous role where mental health awareness is evidenced.
• Application demonstrates some insight into the difficulties and needs of this client group and how OT may contribute to their recovery.
• Has experience and a genuine interest in working with older people.
• Application demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the role of OT with this client group and is able to communicate clearly issues for service users, carers, families.
• Is able to describe support and supervision offered to colleagues, students of all professional groups and support staff
• Evidence of detailed assessment skills, participation in MDT working.
• Candidate is willing to take a lead and responsibility where needed.

Personal skills and Qualities

• Candidate is able to recognise the importance of personalised care when identifying and setting goals and supporting service user in planning interventions.
• Is able to work independently with minimal supervision. Manages time effectively. This includes the necessary updating of all clinical records and reports in a timely manner and within Trust and National requirements.
• Applicant demonstrates good awareness of their development needs, is able to describe how they manage their workload and time management
• Is able to use initiative and develop bespoke services within unit based on unit needs, in discussion with senior OT staff and team manager.
• Is able to demonstrate leadership skills, works well with others and demonstrates good communication skills based on self description.
• Applicant has an understanding of the importance of providing care in a way that is respectful of a service users cultural needs and is respectful of diversity

Our Trust is committed to treating individuals fairly and ensuring they have the same opportunities to fulfil their potential, even if this means doing things differently for different people sometimes. We are working hard to ensure our workforce reflects the diversity within Birmingham and Solihull and that our services meet the needs of all diverse service users and carers.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our safe recruitment practice pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. As part of the selection process you may be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, however all cases of criminal record history are dealt with on a case by case basis.

Please note, if applicable for your role you will be required to cover the cost of your DBS certificate. This will be deducted from your salary over 3 months. You will also be required to sign up to the DBS Update Service before commencement with the Trust. The Trust will reimburse this. You will be contractually obliged to maintain your subscription.

All successful applicants will be required to complete the Trust’s induction programme. The Fundamental (Statutory and Mandatory) training will be in an e-learning format. You will be required to complete training modules online (approx. 9-14 hours depending on post) by the end of your second week with us.

If you are successful at the shortlisting stage of the recruitment process we may contact you via email to advise you of the interview details. Please ensure you access your email account from which you applied regularly once the position has closed.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the United Kingdom (UK) are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, please ensure that you check if this role meets the eligibility criteria for sponsorship. Non UK /Republic of Ireland candidates wishing to apply can self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship here Browse: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) . The minimum salary threshold for a Health and Social Care is £25,000 and for the Skilled Worker route is £38,700. If the starting salary for this role is below this, we will not be able to provide sponsorship.

Relocation expenses may be reimbursed subject to eligibility. The policy provides for reimbursement up to £8,000.

Please note - if you are applying for a role within Police custody, due to Police Vetting requirements you must have been a UK resident for the last years.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Juliana Mafukidze Job title Sage Ward manager Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 0121 301 5750 Additional information

We invite you to contact us and arrange a site visit to find out more about this exciting post.

We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.