Occupational Therapist

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Epping Forest; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, ۋ

Excellent pension up to 14.5%

£8K relocation package

Season ticket loans

Staff discounts

Job summary

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board seeks an experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join the Older Adult OT Team within the Specialist Dementia and Frailty Service. You will assess and treat older adults with dementia and cognitive impairment across community, clinic, home, and care homes, contributing to ACT-based Wellbeing Group delivery and MDT care planning.

The role offers supervision and development opportunities within a supportive OT network, focusing on person-centred care

Qualifications

• HCPC registered and eligible to practice.
• Experience working with older adults with mental health, cognition or dementia.
• Experience delivering 1:1 and group-based interventions.
• Experience supervising qualified and/or unqualified staff.
• Experience in assessment and provision of adaptive equipment.
• Experience as Fieldwork educator.
• Experience contributing to quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Deliver OT assessment, intervention, and evaluation for older adults with dementia and cognitive impairment.
• Manage a varied caseload across community, clinic, home, and care home settings.
• Develop and deliver ACT-based Wellbeing Group and CST interventions.
• Collaborate with MDT for formulation, care planning, review and risk management; supervise students and staff.

Skills

HCPC Registered

Supervision experience

Group interventions

Adaptive equipment assessment

Fieldwork educator

Quality improvement

Education

Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Senior Occupational Therapist to join the Older Adult Occupational Therapy Team within the Specialist Dementia and Frailty Service (SDFS) in West Essex. This role involves working with older adults experiencing dementia, cognitive impairment, depression, anxiety, psychosis, and other complex mental health needs. You will provide occupational therapy assessment and intervention across community, clinic, home, and care home settings, supporting people to maintain independence, wellbeing, and quality of life. You will contribute to the delivery of an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)-based Wellbeing Group, supporting older adults to build resilience, improve wellbeing, and participate in meaningful occupations. The role also includes working within the Care Home Liaison Team, providing specialist assessment, consultation and advice for residents living in care homes across West Essex. This work focuses on improving quality of life, reducing distress, supporting staff, and promoting person-centred care. Alongside interventions such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST), you will work closely with the Multi-Disciplinary Team, contributing to assessment, care planning, and recovery-focused interventions. We offer regular supervision, reflective practice, service development opportunities, and support from a strong occupational therapy network. The successful candidate will:

• Deliver high-quality occupational therapy assessment, intervention, and evaluation for older adults with dementia, cognitive impairment, and mental health needs.
• Manage a varied caseload across community, clinic, home, and care home settings.
• Promote independence, recovery, wellbeing, and occupational engagement through evidence-based interventions.
• Screen, develop, facilitate, and evaluate therapeutic groups, including Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) and wellbeing-focused interventions.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of an innovative ACT-based Wellbeing Group for older adults.
• Work as part of the Care Home Liaison Team, providing specialist assessment, consultation, advice, training, and non-pharmacological interventions within care homes.
• Support care home staff to implement person-centred approaches that enhance wellbeing and quality of life.
• Work collaboratively within the Multi-Disciplinary Team, contributing to formulation, care planning, reviews, and risk management.
• Support and supervise students, support workers, and junior staff as appropriate.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and the continued growth of Occupational Therapy within SDFS, Please refer to the Job Description for full details of the role.

In summary, you will work as a core member of the Occupational Therapy team within the wider Specialist Dementia and Frailty Service for West Essex. You will work collaboratively with the MultiDisciplinary Team (MDT) to deliver highquality occupational therapy assessment, care planning, and intervention for older adults with complex needs. The role also includes providing advice, guidance, and practical support to carers, promoting independence, safety, and quality of life.

• HCPC Registered
• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy, Experience working with older adults with mental health and or cognitive impairment/ dementia
• Experiencing of providing evidence based interventions 1:1 and within group settings.
• Experience supervising qualified and/ or unqualified staff in a clinical setting., Knowledge and experience of assessment and provision of adaptive equipment to support user independence and safety
• Experience as Fieldwork educator
• Experience contributing to quality improvement initiatives.
  Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.
• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us (subject to terms and conditions)
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.