Specialist Occupational Therapist (Band 6 or 7 - FTC)

NHS; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Specialist Occupational Therapist for their Cygnet Aspen Clinic. This role offers the chance to work with women facing complex needs, providing assessment and rehabilitation while collaborating in a multidisciplinary team. The position is full-time, with opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Free parking

Free meals on duty

Group pension plan

NHS Discount Cards

Wellbeing centre with resources

Qualifications

• Highly motivated and skilled Occupational Therapist.
• Experience in evidence-based practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment and treatment of occupational dysfunction.
• Supervise the Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Skills

Motivation

Team Collaboration

Clinical Supervision

Job description

Specialist Occupational Therapist (Band 6 or 7 - FTC)

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Job summary

Base: Cygnet Aspen Clinic - Manvers Road, Mexborough, Doncaster, S64 9EX

Are you a Band 5 ready for your next challenge or an emerging Band 6 looking for a change? Would you like to explore a more rewarding clinical and managerial challenge? This could be your perfect opportunity.

Cygnet Aspen Clinic is a specialist service for women with a diagnosis of personality disorder and associated complex needs. We provide assessment, stabilisation, treatment, and rehabilitation for up to 16 women.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet Healthcare, we have a strong occupational focus supported by Clinical Leads and Occupational Therapy Directors. We use evidence-based practices within our service lines, with Occupational Therapists playing a key role. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will work as an autonomous clinician, providing specialist assessment and treatment of occupational dysfunction. You will also have supervisory responsibilities and lead specific projects. Supporting student education within the team is an integral part of this role. Opportunities for learning, development, and research are supported by a robust appraisal and supervision structure based on RCOT's Career Development Framework.

About us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. With over 10,000 employees across 11 service lines, we support over 2,800 individuals across England, Scotland, and Wales. Our teams are committed to delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes through co-production, recovery, and rehabilitation. We have over 150 Occupational Therapists working together as a large, collaborative team with opportunities for involvement in specialist interest groups and service development.

Job responsibilities

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

About Us

Cygnet Health Care has been providing health and social care services since 1988 across the UK.

Your Role

Service Line: Personality Disorder (Female)

Summary: We seek a highly motivated and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our team at Cygnet Aspen Clinic. The successful candidate will be appointed at either Band 6 or Band 7, depending on skills and experience.

Post: Band 6 or Band 7 Occupational Therapist

Salary: £39,015 - £46,981 (full-time equivalent, dependent on experience)

Site: Cygnet Aspen Clinic

Hours: 40 hours (full-time)

Contract: Fixed-term (maternity cover) for 6 months with potential for permanence

Location: Cygnet Aspen Clinic, Mexborough, S64 9EX

Our service provides assessment, stabilization, treatment, and rehabilitation for women with complex trauma histories or those who have experienced placement breakdowns. We operate an integrated modular approach based on diagnostic differences, NICE guidelines, and the work of Livesley (2004), including models like DBT, TF-CBT, and CFT. The role offers an opportunity to shape and develop occupational therapy services, deliver high-quality assessments and interventions, and support patient recovery through evidence-based practices.

Working in a multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate closely with other professionals to improve patient outcomes and promote independence. You will also supervise the Occupational Therapy Assistant, ensuring high standards of practice and professional growth.

Occupational Therapy Directorate

Our team supports over 180 Occupational Therapists and 300 OT support staff. We promote service model development, participation in interest groups, and continuous professional development through regular meetings led by clinical lead occupational therapists.

Why apply?

• We care about our service users
• Expert clinical supervision
• Induction and training in your area of specialism
• Dedicated CPD time for peer support and skill development
• Support to build your skills and confidence for career progression

Benefits

• Free parking
• Free meals on duty
• Group pension plan
• NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card
• Wellbeing centre with resources

Person Specification

General Requirements

• Refer to the job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to a DBS check as per the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.