Occupational Therapist

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

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Doncaster is seeking a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join their dynamic team in mental health clinical settings. The role involves assessing and planning treatment for patients, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care. Candidates should have a relevant degree in Occupational Therapy and possess strong communication skills. You will be supported by a structured preceptorship program focused on professional development and will be part of a passionate team dedicated to providing excellent mental health services.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of theory and best practices in occupational therapy.
• Confidence in communicating with patients and healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assessment and treatment planning for diverse patients.
• Assist patients with daily living activities as needed.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for coordinated care.
• Arrange assistive equipment for patients based on need.
• Act as a patient advocate and support their families.
• Work flexibly across services as part of a 5-day rota.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of occupational therapy

Person-centred care approach

Education

Relevant degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Position Overview

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, intervene 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, and be a 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.

Responsibilities

• To provide a high standard of clinical work to patients with a variety of diagnoses, including 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.

Sponsorship

We welcome applications from individuals who may require sponsorship [if eligible] under the skilled worker or health & care visa route. Please note, not all vacancies or applications are eligible for sponsorship. Before applying, you can make a self-assessment of potential eligibility for sponsorship here: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa. Please be aware that there have been some changes made to Home Office guidance in relation to salary thresholds for sponsorship applications from 9 April 2025 and from 22 July 2025.

Working for our organisation

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 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://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/. To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer, visit our website: 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.

Contact

For further information contact: Noma Makhanda, Professional Lead Occupational Therapist, [email protected]