Occupational Therapist

Job overview

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist looking for a new and exciting challenge to develop your skills within an inpatient mental health care setting?

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a temporary Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our well-established team at Lynfield Mount Hospital on a 3 month contract.

We are committed to providing high quality care for the people across the Bradford district. Are You?

As a provider of care for people of all ages who have mental and/or community health needs we are dedicated to providing a high-quality service, close to where people live and as much as possible tailored to an individual’s needs.

The vacancy is based on Maplebeck Ward, an acute mental health ward, caring for males aged 18-65 who are experiencing acute mental illness.

Main duties of the job

For this role, the job purpose is to manage an Occupational Therapy specific caseload of patients on the acute mental health ward, under the support and supervision of a Senior Occupational Therapist and the wider Occupational Therapy team.

This will include:

• Utilising the evidence base and specialist occupational knowledge and skills.
• Delivering specific and person-centred interventions with a focus on recovery and wellbeing.
• Supporting the wider clinical team in promoting mental health and managing risk and safety across the ward.
• Contributing to MDT formulations and individualised care plans to support transition and discharges.
• Prioritising own workload and managing time effectively.
• Contributing to team and service developments.
• Being involved in supporting students and assistants with their development and learning.
• Adopting working hours in accordance with the team requirements

Closing Date: 11th August 2025

Shortlisting Date: 12th August 2025

Interview Date: TBC

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status. Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trust’s eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT).

Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.