Mental Health OT Technical Instructor (Part-Time)

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor for a part-time, ward-based role. You will deliver group and individual activity sessions, assist with discharge planning, and support recovery in inpatient mental health settings.

You will work under supervision of a qualified OT, planning and delivering activities tailored to each patient, with emphasis on engagement, safety, and inclusive practice. DBS checks and induction apply.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level III or health care experience.
• Experience in an Occupational therapy setting.
• Completed training in disability equipment.
• Care Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Deliver group and 1:1 activity sessions for patients.
• Support safe discharge planning and preparation.
• Build rapport and therapeutic relationships with patients.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Risk assessment basics

Autonomous working

Education

NVQ Level III equivalent

Care Certificate

Disability equipment training

Job description

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor for a part-time, ward-based role. You will deliver group and individual activity sessions, assist with discharge planning, and support recovery in inpatient mental health settings.

You will work under supervision of a qualified OT, planning and delivering activities tailored to each patient, with emphasis on engagement, safety, and inclusive practice. DBS checks and induction apply.