Occupational Therapist

NHS; Bodmin; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health provider in Cornwall is seeking a motivated Occupational Therapist to deliver high-quality occupational therapy to individuals facing acute mental health challenges. The ideal candidate must be a registered professional with a degree in Occupational Therapy and possess experience in mental health settings. They will work within a dynamic multidisciplinary team to provide tailored interventions, supporting individuals’ recovery and independence. Current NHS employees in Cornwall are preferred for this role.

Qualifications

• Registered Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration.
• Experience working in acute mental health settings.
• Skilled in occupational therapy assessments and interventions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy assessments.
• Deliver individual and group interventions based on client needs.
• Support recovery-focused strategies in a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Mental health legislation familiarity

Clinical risk assessment

Collaboration within multi-disciplinary teams

Education

BSc/Diploma in Occupational therapy

HCPC registration

Post registration experience in mental health

Job description

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Occupational Therapist

The closing date is 02 February 2026

Are you passionate about delivering high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy to people experiencing acute mental ill health? Fettle Ward is looking for a motivated, compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic multi-disciplinary team. You will apply the full occupational therapy process, using client‑centred principles and evidence-based practice to support recovery and promote independence.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Enthusiastic about working in acute mental health settings.
• Skilled in applying occupational therapy theory and assessments in complex clinical situations.
• Able to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Compassionate, flexible, and committed to supporting individuals during periods of crisis.

Main duties of the job

Provide comprehensive occupational therapy assessments and deliver individual and group interventions tailored to service users' needs. Use client‑centred, recovery‑focused approaches to support individuals experiencing acute mental health difficulties. Contribute to holistic assessment, care planning, intervention delivery, and evaluation as part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team. Participate in the ongoing development of the acute mental health service, including involvement in defined quality improvement or service development projects. Maintain high professional standards and ensure interventions are rooted in best practice and meaningful occupation.

This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly. We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply:

• Cornwall Foundation Trust
• Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
• Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board

If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time.

About us

We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience

• BSc/Diploma in Occupational therapy
• HCPC registration
• Post registration experience, including experience in mental health setting either through previous employment or practice placement
• Experience of working with patients with complex and challenging needs, including physical and cognitive impairment

Skills and Aptitude

• Familiarity with mental health legislation and current practice
• Experience of clinical risk assessment and management in mental health

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust