Specialist Occupational Therapist (Band 6)

Cygnet Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their team at Cygnet Hospital Harrow. The role involves assessing and developing treatment programs for patients, particularly those with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Successful candidates will be registered with HCPC and possess excellent communication and time management skills. The position offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a supportive MDT environment. A part-time commitment is expected, primarily on specialized ASD wards.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Free parking

Free meals for staff

Opportunities for CPD

Training by experienced OT specialists

Expert clinical supervision

Bi-monthly OT CPD meetings

Employee referral scheme

Generous pension plan

NHS Discount Cards

Qualifications

• Registered Occupational Therapist with HCPC.
• Experience working with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Hands-on approach to occupational therapy interventions.

Responsibilities

• Assess and develop OT treatment programs.
• Be an integral member of the Multi-disciplinary team (MDT).
• Support recovery and rehabilitation activities.

Skills

Understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder

Excellent communication skills

Time management skills

Hands-on approach in occupational therapy

Education

Registered Occupational Therapist with HCPC

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Would you like to explore a rewarding career experience as an Occupational Therapist?

About Us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services in England, Scotland and Wales.

Your Role

Band 6 Occupational Therapist

Working hours

37.5 hours (Mon - Fri)

Salary:

Up to £46,937 p/a (depending on experience)

Service Line:

Learning Disability Mental Health Learning Disability Other (Autism Spectrum Disorder)

Location:

Cygnet Hospital Harrow, London Road, Harrow-on-the-hill, HA1 3JL

Responsible to:

Head of Occupational Therapy and Regional Lead Occupational Therapist

Summary of the site

Cygnet Harrow is a 5-ward hospital, based in one of the most beautiful areas in London. We have a variety of different wards, including two highly specialised male ASD wards, PICU and acute services. We have a designated qualified OT on each ward as well as OTAs and Activity Coordinators supporting the activities on the wards.

We are currently looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our Occupational Therapy Team to support recovery and rehabilitation activities in the integrated care pathway at Cygnet on a part‑time basis. You will mainly be working on the highly specialised male ASD wards.

In this role you will assess, implement and develop an OT treatment programme according to service user's diagnosis and identified needs. This will be based upon findings from assessments including associated risks, in order to develop treatment plans accordingly. You will be an integral member of the Multi‑disciplinary team (MDT) and OT department. The MDT wraps around the service to support the individuals in our care throughout their journey with us to capture and manage risk and relapse in community settings.

The team consists of nurses, psychologists, psychology assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, social workers, speech and language therapists, and psychiatrists as well as 24/7 support from the nursing team. This means that we are able to meet the changing needs of our service users as they progress through their care pathway, while ensuring their safety is maintained and their independence supported.

If you feel you suit the criteria, then please make an application today. For an informal discussion about the role please contact our in‑house recruiter, Hannah Dunlop 07720 497 792.

Occupational Therapy Directorate

Under the leadership of our occupational therapy directors we support over 150 Occupational Therapists. Working together as a large team we provide support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development.

Every service line has a clinical lead occupational therapist to lead and develop evidence based practice and agreed occupational therapy pathway.

We ensure our occupational therapists have a voice through participating in service model development, utilising the expertise and support of our clinical lead occupational therapists.

5 reasons why you should make an application today

We care about people in our services Career pathway progression within the company to support your development and skills, including sensory integration training and leadership and management training, alongside learning about and implementing the Vona du Toit Model of Creative Ability (VdTMoCA). You will be an integral part of a large, well established MDT with extensive experience to draw from. Dedicated CPD time being part of a national network of over 150 OTs in the Cygnet Group within different specialisms including Forensic Practice, LD and ASD, Acute mental health, and PICU. You will be a part of a friendly and supportive team of 4 OTs and 2 OTAs who are driven to provide excellence and where innovation and creativity are welcomed with enthusiasm.

The Successful Candidate should be/ have:

• A registered Occupational Therapist with the HCPC (Health Care Professions Council).
• An understanding of working with individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• An understanding of Occupational Therapy process/ interventions and can take a hands on approach.
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Passionate about student education
• Ability to manage highly demanding clinical presentation
• Interest in the field of adult mental health/ learning disabilities (ASD) mental health

In return we will offer you:

• A competitive salary
• Free parking and free meals for staff on duty
• Opportunities for CPD and to undertake further learning and development. For example: Leadership & Management, and Sensory Integration.
• Training days provided by highly experienced and renowned OT specialists
• Expert clinical supervision from Regional Lead and peer support
• Bi‑monthly OT CPD meetings focused on skill and strategic service development.
• Employee referral scheme: recommend a friend to us and claim a cash reward for their successful hire.
• Group pension: a generous pension plan helping you save for your future.
• NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card - includes big brand discounts.
• Plus much more

Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.

Recruitment agencies please note: Speculative emails are not to be sent directly to our clinical staff, these need to go via our internal recruitment team. If speculative candidates are sent directly to a member of the clinical team, we will consider these candidates as our own.

What next?

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If you would like to discuss this role with the recruiting occupational therapist or arrange an informal visit, we'd be more than happy to facilitate this. Please contact: Michelle van Vuren (Head of Occupational Therapy at Harrow) at [e-mail]