Occupational Therapist

inploi; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Oxford is seeking an Occupational Therapist to work with adults facing mental health challenges. The role includes managing patient caseloads, supervising junior staff, and maintaining high standards of care. Applicants must have a BSc/MSc in Occupational Therapy and previous experience in mental health. The position offers opportunities for career progression and professional development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to tailored learning and development

NHS Discounts

Competitive pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience of working with mental health service users in a clinical role.
• Two years post graduate experience working as an Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of clients with complex OT needs.
• Supervising junior members of the therapy team.
• Providing a high standard of occupational therapy.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Adaptability

Creativity

Education

BSc/MSc Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job overview

Do you enjoy working with people with mental health difficulties on goals that support their recovery?

Do you have experience working clinically in a mental health setting?

There is a fantastic opportunity for an HCPC registered individual to join the Phoenix ward team in Oxford as an Occupational Therapist, working with adults of working age who are experiencing mental health challenges.

Alongside clinical duties you will be supported to gain experience and skills in leadership, research and quality improvement as well as other training relevant to your post. in addition, you will receive clinical supervision as well as peer support from Band 6 colleagues.

We would actively encourage people considering this role to get in touch to discuss and find out more. You can also see the JD attached for additional information.

This role is being advertised as full time, but we would be happy to discuss alternative hours and working patterns.

Main duties of the job

Responsibilities of the role include:

• Managing a caseload of clients with complex OT needs, using evidence based/client-centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions in the ward and community settings and on home visits.
• Supervising junior members of the therapy team
• Maintaining your own CPD all whilst being responsive to the needs of a busy service.
• It is expected that you would provide a high standard of occupational therapy to service users and actively participate in team meetings and ward rounds to ensure the occupational needs of service users are being met.

Excellent communication skills are required and the ability to be adaptable, flexible and creative when working with people with varying levels of need. You will have the opportunity to supervise junior members of the therapy team as well as be a practise educator for students.

Working for our organisation

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the “candidate guide to making an application” and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”

Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the “supporting statement” element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

Person specification Training/Qualifications Essential criteria

• BSc/MSc Occupational Therapy

Desirable criteria

• Additional Sensory Training e.g ASI
• Evidence of mental health specific post registration training/development e.g AMPS, PSI
• Membership of RCOT may include specialist sections
• Current HCPC registration

Experience Essential criteria

• Experience of working with mental health service users in a clinical role
• Two years post graduate experience working as an Occupational Therapist

Desirable criteria

• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience supervising and developing junior members of staff and students
• Experience of undertaking audit and quality improvement work

Knowledge Essential criteria

• Knowledge of Occupational Therapy models of practice
• Broad knowledge and application of OT in mental health

Desirable criteria

• Ability to apply the Model of Human Occupation
• Ability to relate knowledge of physical health to mental health setting

Documents to Download

Band 6 OT Inpatient Job Description and Person Specification (PDF, 320.4KB)

Guidance Notes for Candidates Applying for a job at OHFT (PDF, 424.6KB)

Recruiter Contact Details

Name: Helen Burgess

Title: AHP Clinical Lead Adult/Older Adult Mental Health

Email: [e-mail]

Telephone: [phone]