Ward Based Occupational Therapist

Derbyshirehealthcareft; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Disability Confident Employer

DBS checks supported

Job summary

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Band 5 Occupational Therapist for the Kingfisher House ward at Kingsway Hospital, Derby. You will work full-time on a Psychiatric Intensive Care unit, delivering activity-based therapy within a recovery-focused framework.

You will collaborate with the MDT, support admissions and discharges, and participate in developing this new ward. A flexible shift pattern and ongoing professional development are provided.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• HCPC Registration must be current.
• MOHO and VtD MoCA knowledge expected.
• L'APPLE Accreditation preferred.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene certification advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational assessment and treatment using recovery philosophy.
• Collaborate with MDT to support step-down to acute services and discharge planning.
• Develop and deliver therapy in a person-centred way on the ward.

Skills

Autonomous practitioner

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

HCPC Registration

MOHO & VtD MoCA

L'APPLE Accreditation

Level 2 Food Hygiene

Job description

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Main area Ward Based Band 5 Occupational Therapist Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday) Job ref 383-ACA-7797-26

Site Kingfisher House PICU Town Derby Salary £32,073 - £39,043 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 26/10/2026 23:59

Want to make a real difference and have a truly rewarding career? Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.

We’ve been rated ‘good’ overall by the CQC, with some outstanding services. The CQC commented at our most recent inspection on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the trust.

We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA. We take pride in our “People First Culture” which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work. We value the richness that comes from having colleagues that are fully representative of the local community. We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences.

Job overview

An opportunity for a full-time position has arisen for a Band 5 Occupational Therapist.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Registered Practitioner to work full time on Kingfisher House in our brand new Carsington Unit on our Kingsway Hospital site, Derby.

This is an exciting time to work for Derbyshire Healthcare. The Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit is a purpose-built 14 bed unit. The new facilities will improve safety, privacy and dignity for our adult acute mental health patients by providing en-suite accommodation in single rooms.

Kingfisher House is a new 14 bed Psychiatric Intensive Care unit based at Kingsway Hospital, Derby.

Kingfisher House focus on therapeutic interventions to support individuals in crisis.

This is a great opportunity for you to support shaping the service and build the team along with the Occupational Therapy team. You will work alongside others to establish and develop this new ward for Derbyshire and collaborate with an innovative and forward-thinking programme team and senior leaders.

The post is 37.5 hours a week between Mon-Fri and shifts are expected to be 7.5 hours, ranging from earlies and lates, covering times between 8am and 8pm. Shift patterns may vary depending on the service requirements.

Main duties of the job

This position is on a Psychiatric Intensive Care mental health unit, based at Kingsway Hospital, Derby.

As a member of the Ward Occupational Therapy Team, you will be expected to adopt the policies and philosophy of the service and provide occupational assessment and treatment using a range of appropriate interventions based on the recovery philosophy including utilising the VtD MoCA and MOHO models.

Additionally, you will be expected to work and support the wider MDT to provide a safe and effective step down to acute services, rehab and discharge plan back into the community.

Working for our organisation

Join Team Derbyshire Healthcare and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of “making a positive difference in people’s lives”.

CQC rated us as ‘GOOD’ overall, commenting on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the trust.”

Benefits include:

• Commitment to flexible working where possible
• 27 days’ annual leave per year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years’ service
• Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
• Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
• Health service discounts and online benefits
• Incremental pay progression
• Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
• Derbyshire Healthcare supports several specialist staff network groups to reflect its commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. These include the Disability and Wellness group, Multi-Faith forum, BME staff s upport network, LGBT+ staff support network, Christian network, Women’s network and Armed Forces network.
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
• Structured learning and development opportunities

Our values

We pride ourselves on being a values-led organisation, as expressed through our Trust Strategy for 2024-28. Our Trust values are as follows:

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

As part of the MDT, the Occupational Therapist will work flexibly in an occupation focused way by developing and delivering meaningful activity within an individual and group environment that focuses on person centred care and recovery principles. The post holder will ensure each assessment and treatment is delivered in a person-centred manner ensuring the gender, sexual orientation, ethnic, cultural and spiritual needs of service users are adhered to and support the Care Programme Approach, including enabling service users/carers/significant others to become involved in decision making processes for the implementation and evaluation of treatment.

Within the role you will need to have the ability to work independently to develop and deliver an Occupational Therapy Service on the ward for inpatients and support the Occupational Therapy care pathway based on evidence-based practice. You will need the show initiative, drive and ability to think creatively for solutions. You will actively manage your own workload, effectively and efficiently prioritising competing demands. Therefore, the post holder will be required to be a dynamic clinician and demonstrate a range of skills, including effective communication,empathy, self-awareness and critical, self-reflection skills.

DHCFT can offer both personal and clinical development opportunities, in addition to regular professional and clinical supervision, personal development plans, and support for continual professional development activities.

As a member of the team you will be expected to adopt the policies and philosophy of the service and provide occupational assessment and treatment using a range of appropriate interventions based on the recovery philosophy and the Model of Human Occupation. They will promote social inclusion, enabling independence and enhancing the autonomy of the service user. This will involve being proactive in initiating and sustaining a respectful, consistent, and reliable therapeutic relationship with service users that enhances their ability to build social networks and work in partnership with other agencies.

You will be aware of and work within all legislative requirements relevant to occupational therapy (Mental Health Act, Code of Practice, Human Rights Act, Disability Discrimination Act etc), and ensure that Child and Adult protection procedures are followed.

You will also nurture a culture of respect for others, and an environment that values and is pro-actively respectful of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture and individuality for service users and staff. Whilst also ensuring Trust policies, procedures, and legislative directives are adhered to e.g. Equal Opportunities, Human Rights Act, Disability Discrimination Act, Race Relations, Sex Discrimination etc.

They should:
Demonstrate the ability to monitor personal practice ensuring that Health Professions Council registration is maintained.
Ensure personal professional development promotes good practice, prevents poor practice, and intervenes in unacceptable practice.
Working with service users within the limitations of inpatient environments and being aware of potential hazards.
Taking responsibility for utilizinglocal support systems as necessary e.g. manual handling, management of violence and aggression, lone worker policy etc.

This job description will be reviewed annually with you according to the needs and development of the service; alterations will only be made after consultation and agreement. You may be asked to undertake duties not directly highlighted within this job description. This will only be done when the skills and experience of the post holder meet the requirements of the job.

Person specification

Education

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registration
• MOHO and VtD MoCA
• L'APPLE Accreditation
• Level 2 Food Hygiene

Experience

• Working Mental Health Experience
• Group work and planning
• Experience of using the recovery approach
• Good Understanding of NHS and relevant national standards

Skills

• Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner
• Effective working with the Multidisciplinary Team

Additional Information

Flexible Working

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern.

Disability Confident Employer

The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in the recruitment process please let us know.

If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, 01332 564856, option 1, option 1 or email [e-mail] and we will be happy to provide assistance.

DBS Checks

The cost of undertaking a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) disclosure will be met by the individual. The Trust will meet the initial costs of the disclosure which will be deducted from your first month’s salary.

This job may close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate’s individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety.

Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

Please be aware this vacancy will close when it has hit a certain number of applications, even if this is before the listed closing date. We recommend you complete and submit your application as soon as you are able.

Name Megan Moorhouse Job title Specialist Seniour Occupational Therapist Email address [e-mail] Additional information

April Saunders - Operational Lead Occupational Therapist

07917506475

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