Band 6 Community Occupational Therapist – Barnsley

Pulsejobs.com; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare is looking for a Community Occupational Therapist to join an NHS client's team in Barnsley on a locum basis. The role focuses on assessments, care plans, and promoting independence for clients facing mental health challenges. You will work within a community setting, bring your expertise in Occupational Therapy, and participate in multidisciplinary approaches to support diverse client needs.

Benefits

Earn £300 for referrals after 200 hours worked

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a community Occupational Therapist is required.
• Relevant degree/qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registration essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop personalised care plans for clients.
• Provide occupational therapy interventions to promote independence.
• Collaborate with clients, families, and community resources.

Skills

Previous experience as a community OT

Driving licence

Education

Relevant degree/qualification in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Job Title:Community Occupational Therapist
Band:Band 6
Location: Barnsley, Yorkshire
Working Hours:37.5
Setting:Community
Rate: Competitive, to be discussed upon application

Pulse Healthcare is currently seeking a Community Occupational Therapist to join our NHS client’s team based in Barnsley, Yorkshire. This vacancy is available on a locum basis for the successful candidate to start immediately for a short-term contract.

What will your responsibilities be?

You will be responsible for conducting assessments and developing personalised care plans for clients with mental health challenges. You will Provide occupational therapy interventions to promote independence and improve quality of life. You will also be responsible for collaborating with clients, families, and community resources to achieve therapeutic goals and participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contributing to care planning.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Previous experience as a community OT
• Relevant degree/qualification in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Driving licence required as this is a community role

How to apply?

If you are a dedicated Occupational Therapist looking to take the next step in your career and make a positive impact in the field of mental health, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV below.

If you are registered with Pulse and recommend a friend to us, you can earn £300 per recommendation, once they have worked over 200 hours*.

Why work with Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.

Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.

We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.