Job overview
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Trust (HPFT) is looking for a part time band 7 Occupational Therapist to cover maternity leave, to work within the Community Adult Mental Health Services. The post is based in Bishop's Stortford but would require travel to various locations in the north and East of Hertfordshire
part time hours, no shift working. Hybrid working available.
As an Occupational Therapist in HPFT you would:
Be part of an OT team, not a lone professional
Be part of MDTs that value and respect OT
Involvement in CPD and reflective practice.
All our OTs are supervised by experienced Specialist/Head/Lead Occupational Therapists
You would receive support and be part of an OT network across all the services. If you are new to the area or considering career progression – we can support you.
Car driver essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 which prevents you from driving)
Main duties of the job
The Head OT would co-ordinate and oversee the community OT service for Adults across the South East and North central quadrants. They would carry a small caseload as well as having managerial responsibilities which would include, supervision, service development, recruitment and retention, training etc. Training opportunities would be available for the enthusiastic applicants who could fulfil this role. You would be part of a supportive team of Head and Lead OTs. Training will be offered with regards to developing leadership skills, Model of Human Occupation as well as a variety of in-service training opportunities.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To manage a small caseload of clients with complex OT needs.
To provide leadership for junior staff, through supervision and appraisal-
To lead in the planning, development and evaluation of OT services, holding responsibility for defined projects where appropriate-
To regularly support staff to supervise OT students on practice placement, following attendance at an approved Fieldwork Educators course.-
To apply in depth knowledge of the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO) and other standardised assessment approaches relevant to the clinical setting.
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This advert is for Head Occupational Therapist with Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust in Hatfield, East of England, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Occupational Therapist role. The advertised salary is £51,657 - £58,785 per annum pro rata, Inclusive of 5% HCAs. The contract type is Fixed term: 12 months (approx 13 hours a week). The application deadline is 14 Jun 2026.
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