Occupational Therapy Practitioner

TN United Kingdom; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An amazing opportunity awaits a committed Occupational Therapist in an exceptional hospital setting in Dewsbury. This full-time role involves working with a leading healthcare provider, focusing on rehabilitation and recovery for patients with severe mental health conditions. The position offers a supportive environment, working alongside Occupational Therapy Assistants, with access to excellent facilities and career development opportunities. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional journey. If you're passionate about making a difference in mental health care, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Access to OT department facilities

Career development opportunities

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Additional leave for your birthday

Contributory pension scheme

Comprehensive induction and ongoing CPD training

Free on-site parking

Subsidised meals (£1 per meal)

Cycle to work scheme

Online benefits and cashback rewards

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with the HCPC required.
• Experience in inpatient mental health services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and interventions for patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members.
• Monitor patient wellbeing and document occurrences.

Skills

Inpatient mental health experience

Supervisory skills

Understanding of mental health issues

Compassion and enthusiasm

Creativity and proactivity

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

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Occupational Therapy Practitioner, Dewsbury

Client:

Jupiter Recruitment

Location:

Dewsbury, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

984569b07960

Job Views:

14

Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

Job Description:

An amazing job opportunity has arisen for a committed Occupational Therapist to work in an exceptional hospital setting based in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire. You will be working for one of the UK's leading healthcare providers.

This hospital provides specialist inpatient services for adults and older males with severe and enduring mental health conditions, including undiagnosed memory-related illnesses. The facility also offers neuro-cognitive and dementia care for males with agitation or aggressive behavior.

Requirements:
Degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with the HCPC.

Key responsibilities include:

• Work across rehabilitation and recovery wards with support from two OTAs.
• Conduct assessments and interventions, both 1-to-1 and group work.
• Support patients' engagement in therapeutic programs alongside psychology and nursing colleagues.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to identify occupational needs.
• Monitor patient wellbeing, report unusual physical, mental, or emotional occurrences, and document appropriately.
• Update clinical records and information systems accurately and promptly.

Preferred skills and experience:

• Experience in inpatient mental health services or similar roles.
• Experience managing or supervising junior staff (desirable).
• Understanding of mental health issues.
• Ability to handle challenges effectively.
• Appreciation of meaningful occupations' value.
• Compassion, enthusiasm, creativity, and proactivity.

Salary & Benefits:

The successful candidate will receive a salary of £34,000 per annum. This is a full-time permanent role, working 37.5 hours weekly. Benefits include:

• Support from two Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Access to OT department facilities: office, gym, ADL kitchen, computer and therapy rooms.
• Involvement in the OT professional network.
• Career development opportunities.
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata).
• Additional leave for your birthday.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing CPD training.
• Free on-site parking.
• Subsidised meals (£1 per meal).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Online benefits and cashback rewards.

Reference ID: 1544

To apply, please call 0121 638 0567 or send your CV.