Perinatal OT & Care Co-ordinator – Flexible Hours

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking two Band 6 Occupational Therapist/Care Co-ordinators to work in the Lambeth and Lewisham Community Perinatal Teams. The position involves assessing and treating mental health issues faced by pregnant women and new mothers. Responsibilities include managing a caseload, implementing safeguarding procedures, and supporting junior staff. This is a full-time role, with benefits including career development opportunities and NHS discounts. Applications close on January 4, 2026.

Benefits

Generous pay, pensions and leave

Flexible working options

Career development programmes

Car lease benefits

Keyworker housing

NHS discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in managing care for women with mental illness during the perinatal period.
• Ability to encourage and empower service users in their care.
• Enhanced understanding of mental health symptoms in practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate a caseload of women with mental illness.
• Implement safeguarding procedures and handle risk assessments.
• Support junior staff and contribute to quality care.

Skills

Risk Assessment and Risk Management

Mental health understanding

Autonomous working

Support and teaching junior staff

Safeguarding procedures

Job description

A healthcare organization is seeking two Band 6 Occupational Therapist/Care Co-ordinators to work in the Lambeth and Lewisham Community Perinatal Teams. The position involves assessing and treating mental health issues faced by pregnant women and new mothers. Responsibilities include managing a caseload, implementing safeguarding procedures, and supporting junior staff. This is a full-time role, with benefits including career development opportunities and NHS discounts. Applications close on January 4, 2026.