Occupational Therapist

NHS; Bradford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Bradford is seeking a temporary Band 5 Occupational Therapist for a crucial role in an acute mental health ward. The successful candidate will manage a caseload, deliver tailored interventions, and support patient recovery. Applicants should hold a degree in Occupational Therapy and be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council. This position provides an opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and dedicated healthcare team.

Benefits

Increased mileage rates

Health and wellbeing support packages

Development and learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health settings preferred.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy practices and HCPC standards.
• Ability to deliver person-centred interventions.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of patients on the acute mental health ward.
• Deliver person-centred interventions focused on recovery.
• Contribute to MDT formulations and care plans.

Skills

Occupational therapy skills

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council

Job description

Job summary

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist looking for a new and exciting challenge to develop your skills within an inpatient mental health care setting?

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a temporary Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our well-established team at Lynfield Mount Hospital on a 3 month contract.

We are committed to providing high quality care for the people across the Bradford district. Are You?

As a provider of care for people of all ages who have mental and/or community health needs we are dedicated to providing a high-quality service, close to where people live and as much as possible tailored to an individual's needs.

The vacancy is based on Maplebeck Ward, an acute mental health ward, caring for males aged 18-65 who are experiencing acute mental illness.

Main duties of the job

For this role, the job purpose is to manage an Occupational Therapy specific caseload of patients on the acute mental health ward, under the support and supervision of a Senior Occupational Therapist and the wider Occupational Therapy team.

This will include:

• Utilising the evidence base and specialist occupational knowledge and skills.
• Delivering specific and person-centred interventions with a focus onrecovery and wellbeing.
• Supporting the wider clinical team in promoting mental health and managing risk and safety across the ward.
• Contributing to MDT formulations and individualised care plans to support transition and discharges.
• Prioritising own workload and managing time effectively.
• Contributing to team and service developments.
• Being involved in supporting students and assistants with their development and learning.
• Adopting working hours in accordance with the team requirements

Closing Date: 11th August 2025

Shortlisting Date: 12th August 2025

Interview Date: TBC

About us

Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -

We Care- We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference

We Listen- We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs

We Deliver- We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners

We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :

Increase mileage rates for > 3500

A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages

A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities

Plus many more.

We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible

Details Date posted

02 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

453-25-7387390

Job locations

Lynfield Mount Hospital

Heights Lane, Daisy Hill

Bradford

BD9 6DP

Job description Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT).

Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.

Job description Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT).

Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.

Person Specification Experience Essential

• Undergraduate practice placements in a variety of settings.

Desirable

• Experience of working within mental health services.

Qualifications Essential

• Degree or equivalent pre-registration award in occupational therapy
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council

Desirable

• Other clinical qualification with relevance to the job.

Knowledge Essential

• Knowledge of occupational therapy and HCPC standards and codes of ethics.
• Knowledge of recovery focused approaches within mental health services

Desirable

• Knowledge of relevant legislation and local policy

Person Specification Experience Essential

• Undergraduate practice placements in a variety of settings.

Desirable

• Experience of working within mental health services.

Qualifications Essential

• Degree or equivalent pre-registration award in occupational therapy
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council

Desirable

• Other clinical qualification with relevance to the job.

Knowledge Essential

• Knowledge of occupational therapy and HCPC standards and codes of ethics.
• Knowledge of recovery focused approaches within mental health services

Desirable

• Knowledge of relevant legislation and local policy

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lynfield Mount Hospital

Heights Lane, Daisy Hill

Bradford

BD9 6DP

Employer's website

https://www.bdct.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lynfield Mount Hospital

Heights Lane, Daisy Hill

Bradford

BD9 6DP

Employer's website

https://www.bdct.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/ (Opens in a new tab)