Occupational Therapist

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join their Mental Health Team. This permanent role involves working in acute mental health wards, providing evidence-based therapy and assessments for patients with complex mental health needs. Candidates should possess an Occupational Therapy degree and HCPC registration, showcasing their commitment to professional development. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for learning and growth within a multidisciplinary framework.

Qualifications

• Completed practice placements within Occupational Therapy as part of their university education.
• Basic understanding of current NHS issues, professional standards, CPD, clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high standard of clinical work to patients with a variety of diagnoses.
• Assist individuals in performing activities of daily living.
• Work closely with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure coordinated treatment.

Skills

Clinical problem-solving ability in routine cases

Ability to prioritise patient workload

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to present information accurately

Able to reflect upon own practice

Committed to learning

Education

Occupational Therapy degree or equivalent

HCPC registration

Documented evidence of professional development

Job description

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust

Occupational Therapist

The closing date is 02 January 2026

Exciting opportunity for an individual to join our Mental Health Team for a permanent Band 5 role for an Occupational Therapist who wishes to work in acute mental health wards. An opportunity to develop knowledge and skills, provide evidence based occupational therapy assessment and intervention for people with complex mental health needs.

Based in Doncaster; including the P.I.C.U, you will be working in mental health clinical settings that will offer a variety of experiences. You will be joining several supportive multidisciplinary teams with a focus on delivering rehabilitation and recovery for people.

The role of the Band 5 Occupational Therapist will be to assess, plan intervention and evaluate the treatment plans for a range of patients under the supervision of the Band 6 Occupational Therapist.

One needs to have broad knowledge of current theory and best practice in occupational therapy, principles of a holistic, person-centred approach to care confident and effective communicator with patients, carers and staff of all professional groups as well as with external partner agencies.

The Allied Health Professionals and occupational therapy network within the organisation is well established and supportive. The Trust has a well-developed preceptorship, appraisal and supervision structure in place and actively encourages continuing professional development.

For further information contact:
Noma Makhanda, Professional Lead Occupational Therapist, [e-mail]

Main duties of the job

To provide a high standard of clinical work to patients with a variety of diagnoses. This will include assessment work, group work, individual treatment planning, evaluation and discharge planning.

To assist individuals, where appropriate, to perform activities of daily living.

To work closely with other members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure patients receive a co-ordinated treatment package that is delivered in an efficient and timely manner.

To assess for and arrange provision of assistive equipment appropriate to patient need ensuring and train carers in the safe use of this equipment.

To use effective professional interpersonal skills when discussing assessment and intervention with patients and carers with different levels of comprehension.

To refer individuals on to other professionals and agencies as appropriate to their needs.

To act as an advocate for patients and provide support and advice to their family and carers as appropriate.

To liaise closely with other professionals involved in patient care across Doncaster and surrounding areas regarding clinical issues.

To work flexibly across the services, providing cover where necessary as part of a 5-day rota alongside the senior Occupational Therapist.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are dedicated to the development of our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Occupational Therapy degree or equivalent
• HCPC registration
• Documented evidence of professional development

Experience

• To have completed practice placements within Occupational Therapy as part of their university education.

Knowledge

• Basic understanding of current NHS issues, professional standards, CPD, clinical governance.
• Ability to assess patient conditions, establish the patient's problem, formulate and implement a treatment plan in conjunction with the patient

Skills

• Clinical problem-solving ability in routine cases
• Ability to prioritise patient workload
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, other health professionals, patients and their relatives/carers
• Ability to present information accurately, written and oral, in English
• Able to reflect upon own practise.
• Committed to learning

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.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT