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Occupational Therapist

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Medical Protection — indemnity for locally employed doctors from £79
Location
Salary
£39,959 - £48,117 per annum
Profession
Occupational Therapist
Grade
Band 6
Deadline
25 May 2026
Contract Type
12 months (Fixed term post for 12 months to cover a secondment)
Posted Date
11 May 2026

Job overview

Would you like to join our innovative and dynamic Occupational Therapy service? We’re looking for a passionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our Working Age Community Mental Health Service.

This exciting opportunity is based at Florence Ball House, Bedford.

If you’re ready to make a real difference and bring your expertise to a supportive and forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you - apply now!

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Main duties of the job

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with individuals experiencing mental health difficulties, supporting them in their recovery journey. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will use your strong clinical assessment skills and specialist OT interventions to enhance the lives of people in the community. Your role will involve utilizing assessment and evaluation tools such as the Model of Human Occupation  as well as implementing group-based programs to promote well-being and self-management of mental health.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage your workload effectively, balancing individual interventions and group programs.
  • Work as an integral member of the Community Team to ensure holistic care for service users.
  • Collaborate with other OTs and multi-disciplinary professionals to provide comprehensive care.
  • Support clients and their carers with a compassionate approach to mental health recovery.
  • Participate in professional supervision, CPD events, and service development.

What We Offer:

  • A supportive induction period to help you reach your full potential.
  • Regular managerial and professional supervision to support your career development.
  • Monthly CPD events and opportunities for quality improvement and professional development.
  • A team that values staff well-being, with a focus on creating a positive and inclusive working environment.

Interested? If you’re passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives and are ready to join a supportive and innovative team, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information or any inquiries, please contact Sihle Mwela at [email protected].