Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist - Forensic Community

NHS; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A national health service is seeking a Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist for its Specialist Forensic Community Team in Milton Keynes. The role involves managing forensic occupational therapy services, supervising teams, and enhancing service delivery. Candidates should possess a degree in Occupational Therapy, HCPC registration, and extensive experience in occupational therapy within forensic settings. The position offers a salary of £47,810 to £54,710 per year and comprehensive benefits including generous leave and NHS discounts.

Benefits

Excellent opportunities for career progression

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

NHS Discount across shops and restaurants

Competitive pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Occupational Therapist.
• Active involvement in clinical governance and education.
• Extensive experience working with forensic clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead the provision and development of occupational therapy for forensic patients.
• Collaborate with various services within the Trust.
• Support the OT team in providing evidence-based treatments.

Skills

Leadership

Occupational Therapy

Clinical Governance

Collaboration

Education

BSc Occupational Therapy or MSc Occupational Therapy

HCPC Registration

Job description

Job Summary

Do you have experience working in forensic settings? Are you passionate about Occupational Therapy service delivery and leadership? This might be the perfect role for you - read on!

We are recruiting for a Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist to join our Specialist Forensic Community Team (SFCT) across Bucks and Oxfordshire to manage the service, provide leadership and intervention evaluation.

You will contribute to an ever‑evolving service, manage a community caseload and act as Care Co‑ordinator for patients. A key part of the role involves reviewing OT interventions within the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO) guide and enhancing collaboration between Community and Forensic Inpatient services.

In addition, you will play an active role in clinical governance and education – supporting OT students and apprenticeship placements across Forensic Services, and contributing to the development of the profession.

If this sounds like your next career move, we'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Take a leading role in the provision and development of the occupational therapy (OT) service to Forensic patients
• Work in collaboration with other services within the Trust
• Support the OT team to provide an evidence‑based therapy treatment programme that meets the specific needs of patients
• Contribute to the development of projects and services for the care group in collaboration with NHS, Social and Community Services, Primary Care and Voluntary Agencies
• Support the SCFT team Managers/Service Manager/Modern Matron to achieve performance targets for Forensic Services
• Coordinate clinical governance activities and education opportunities (including OT student/Apprentice practice placements) for OT staff working in Forensic services

Qualifications

• BSc Occupational Therapy or MSc Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registration

Experience

• Extensive experience working as a Senior Occupational Therapist

Desirable Experience

• Experience working as a Lead Occupational Therapist

Expertise

• Experience working in Forensics, Mental Health or Prisons

Training / CPD

• Leadership Training
• Sensory Training / Experience
• Trauma‑Informed Training

Additional Requirements

• Applicants must have a full, valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work.
• Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.

About Us

Oxford Health is a great place to work. We provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, bringing care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team".

Benefits

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust‑wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Salary and Contract

Band 7; £47,810 to £54,710 a year plus an RSU Allowance of £1,446 per annum (pro rata). Permanent full‑time contract.