Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Adult Mental Health - Ipswich - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to support Adult Mental Health services in Ipswich. This locum role offers competitive rates, flexible scheduling, and diverse clinical exposure. Ideal candidates will be HCPC registered with at least 2 years of experience in mental health, particularly with older adults. Join a supportive environment while enjoying work-life balance and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Diverse clinical settings

Career development opportunities

Greater autonomy and work-life balance

Competitive hourly rates

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is mandatory.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in mental health settings required.
• PMVA trained candidates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments for discharge planning.
• Manage adaptive equipment for patients.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions in groups and one-on-one.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings.
• Maintain clinical documentation standards.

Skills

HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist

Minimum 2 years’ experience in mental health

PMVA training certification

Strong multidisciplinary team collaboration skills

Job description

Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Adult Mental Health

Location: Ipswich, UK
Rate: £26 per hour
Contract: Ongoing Locum
Type: Full-Time

Overview

Sanctuary Personnel is currently looking for an experienced and dedicated Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join a leading Adult Mental Health service in Ipswich. This is an exciting ongoing locum role offering stability, flexibility, and the opportunity to work across multiple sites in a thriving and supportive environment.

Requirements

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in mental health (ideally with older adults in an inpatient setting)
• PMVA training certification
• Strong multidisciplinary team collaboration skills

Your Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed assessments to support safe and effective discharge planning
• Provide and manage adaptive equipment to meet individual patient needs
• Deliver both group and one-to-one therapeutic interventions
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to holistic care planning
• Maintain high standards in clinical documentation and patient safety protocols

Why Locum Work in Ipswich?

• Flexible schedule – tailor your work to suit your lifestyle
• Diverse settings – gain varied experience across multiple sites
• Rich local culture – enjoy Ipswich’s blend of historic charm, waterfronts, and vibrant arts scene
• Career development – exposure to a wide range of clinical environments

Perks of Locum Work

• Greater autonomy and work-life balance
• Enhanced clinical exposure across settings
• Competitive hourly rates
• No long-term commitment – stay in control of your career

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.