Clinical Team Lead | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Charlton Down; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an Occupational Therapist or Mental Health Nurse to join the Intensive Community Support Dementia team. The ideal candidate will have a background in community mental health and be able to deliver high-quality interventions. This full-time role includes hybrid working options and a 7-day rota. Competitive pay and enhanced weekend rates are offered. Essential requirements include a valid driving license. Apply by emailing your supporting statement at the provided email.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Enhanced weekend rates

Remote working options

Support from a highly regarded Trust

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Nurse or Occupational Therapist certification required.
• Experience in community mental health or service delivery is essential.
• Must have a valid driving license and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assessment and manage a small group of patients.
• Triage referrals and coordinate shift coverage.
• Deliver high-quality interventions in patients' own environments.

Skills

Clinical decision-making

Communication skills

Understanding of MHA, MCA and safeguarding legislation

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse or Occupational Therapist

Job description

Overview

Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, or Practitioner needed to support patients with challenging behaviour in the North and West Dorset community. The role is part of the Intensive Community Support Dementia team and involves working with CMHTs, social care, and other agencies to deliver high‑quality, specialist interventions both in residential homes and private homes. A driver is essential; pool cars are available. The post is full‑time (minimum 30 hours for part‑time) and runs a 7‑day a week rota (07:30–20:00), with hybrid working options and a base at Forston Clinic, Dorchester.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assessment, nursing reviews and manage a small group of patients.
• Triage referrals and coordinate shift coverage with other Clinical Team Leaders.
• Implement service changes in line with the National Dementia Strategy and the Recovery Agenda.
• Deliver high quality interventions in patients’ own environment, supporting carers and facilitating signposting for ongoing care.
• Maintain accurate timely documentation, including managing a virtual ward database.
• Attend and successfully complete the Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression course.

Qualifications & Knowledge

• Registered Mental Health Nurse or Occupational Therapist.
• Comprehensive understanding of MHA, MCA and safeguarding legislation.
• Experience in community mental health/service delivery.
• Valid driving licence; able to travel within target area.
• Excellent clinical decision‑making and communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive pay and enhanced weekend rates, hybrid working, remote working options, and the support of a highly regarded Trust with a strong reputation for staff experience. The role offers the opportunity to work within a specialist dementia service and to develop clinical expertise in a community setting.

Application

Apply by emailing [e-mail]. Please include a supporting statement reflecting the person specification. The advert closes on Thursday 15 Jan 2026.