Occupational Therapist

CNTW NHS Foundation Trust; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS Foundation Trust in the UK is seeking a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join the Occupational Therapy Service in Morpeth. This role involves providing assessments and interventions for patients with mental health needs, supporting their recovery and discharge planning. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Occupational Therapist motivated to deliver quality care. Opportunities for professional development and support are provided within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working

Training and development

Childcare schemes

Staff discounts

Lease cars

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified Occupational Therapist with a degree/diploma (or equivalent).
• Commitment to personal and professional development essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy assessments and interventions.
• Play a role in discharge planning and client support.
• Work autonomously while collaborating with the Occupational Therapy team.

Skills

Motivated to provide high-quality interventions

Ability to conduct occupational therapy assessments

Education

Degree/diploma in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Position Overview

An exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Occupational Therapist has arisen, to contribute to the provision of the Occupational Therapy Service within the Adult In‑patient Pathway at St George’s Park, Morpeth.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for providing occupational therapy assessments and interventions to patients with a range of mental health needs. You will play a significant role in discharge planning and support clients to progress through their recovery pathway. You may work across wards depending on service needs.

The therapist will work as an autonomous practitioner while collaborating closely with the expanding Occupational Therapy team and multidisciplinary colleagues. Regular formal and informal supervision and support will be provided by a Band 6 Occupational Therapist.

Qualifications

• Qualified Occupational Therapist with a degree/diploma (or equivalent).
• Motivated to provide high‑quality, evidence‑based interventions to service users accessing Adult Mental Health in inpatient services.
• Commitment to personal and professional development; continuous professional development essential.

Experience

This is a fantastic opportunity for a newly qualified occupational therapist or an existing Band 5 looking to broaden their experience.

About the Trust

We are part of Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW). The Trust is an inclusive employer and seeks to reflect the communities it serves. We offer flexible working, training and development, staff networks and benefits such as lease cars, childcare schemes, staff discounts, season tickets for travel, and a cycle‑to‑work scheme.

Staff Networks

• Cultural diversity staff network
• Disabled staff network
• LGBT+ staff network
• Armed Forces and Veterans Staff Network
• Mind, Health and Well‑being Community
• Menopause toolkit and cafés and staff carer support group

Personal Development

Opportunities are available through our Collective Leadership Programme and other organisational development initiatives.

Compliance & Requirements

All external applicants must pay for their own DBS certification if a DBS check is required for the post. The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first monthly pay.

Performance & Inspection

CNTW is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our last two inspections rated us as an outstanding organisation.