Specialist Occupational Therapist Band 7

Atlantis Medical; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Specialist Occupational Therapist Band 7 for a Trust in North London. You will provide high-quality, patient-centered occupational therapy in both community and inpatient settings, focusing on rehabilitation and enhancing daily living skills. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, comprehensive knowledge of mental health, and experience in managing therapists and making strategic service improvements.

Qualifications

• Post-graduate experience in mental health.
• Experience in both group and individual therapy.
• Expert knowledge in occupational therapy processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseloads and plan occupational therapy interventions.
• Develop evidence-based pathways in a rehabilitation setting.
• Provide clinical leadership within the Multi-Disciplinary Team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mental Health Knowledge

Rehabilitation Principles

Assessment Skills

Tools

Specialized OT Assessments

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

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Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist for a Trust in North London that provides a range of mental health services, including acute and community-based care for adults and children. The Trust is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care through its network of hospitals, clinics, and community teams. Please note that the Trust operates on DE payment methods.

Description:

• Work closely with the OT & AHP Lead and junior OT to develop and establish high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy pathways in a community rehabilitation setting.
• Manage a caseload and provide assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of interventions across the Enfield Community Rehab Team, ensuring safe discharge.
• Embed rehabilitation principles and develop the rehabilitation pathway within Enfield.
• Provide specialist occupational therapy assessments, focusing on enhancing daily living skills and engagement in meaningful activities.
• Offer time-limited interventions with clear goals established with service users and the clinical team.
• Provide expert clinical leadership and guidance within the Multi-Disciplinary Team and relevant outside agencies.
• Contribute to all elements of the rehabilitation pathway, including community and inpatient care planning.

Requirements:

• Post-graduate experience working with people with mental health conditions relevant to the specialty.
• Experience with group and individual occupational therapy interventions.
• Knowledge of mental health conditions, specifically psychosis.
• Experience in managing and supervising staff and students.
• Active involvement in service changes and quality improvement.
• Experience using specialized OT assessments (e.g., ACIS, VQ).
• Experience working with supported and residential care providers and closely with social care.
• Expert knowledge of the occupational therapy process.
• Highly skilled verbal and written communication abilities across various service user and staffing groups.
• Ability to reflect on and understand personal perspectives and cultural background and their influence on thinking.

To apply, please reply with your updated CV and job reference number - BS//OT1.