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We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join our innovative and well respected Therapy Services team. We have an established and dedicated team of Occupational Therapists, Support staff, Sports, Fitness & Well- being staff and Peer Support. We work together to provide a comprehensive recovery based programme to meet the therapeutic needs of the patient group. The hospital has a wide range of facilities and work also takes place in the community.
We welcome applications from newly qualified Occupational Therapists. Whilst this is a specialist setting , we utilise core Occupational Therapy treatment approaches.
Arnold Lodge is a medium secure unit which offers an in patient service across three pathways:- Male Mental Health, Male Personality and Women's. It is a Consultant -led service and you will have a dedicated case load within named Clinical Teams. Your work will be very varied and consist of individual and group interventions . Within Occupational Therapy we utilise several models including MOHO, VdT MOCA and the Good Lives Model.
Main duties of the job
To plan and provide occupational therapy for a diverse group of patients within a regional medium secure unit, with support and supervision provided by Senior Occupational Therapists.
To be a member of the Therapy Services Department and work alongside OT Assistant Practitioners, OT Support Workers, Sports, Fitness & Well-being staff, Education staff and Peer Support.
Be an active member of the multi-disciplinary team providing clinical reports as necessary and actively contributing to the Care Programme Approach (CPA) process.
Be actively involved in the clinical risk assessment and development of risk management plans for patients and adhere to these.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To be the Occupational Therapy key worker for a defined patient caseload and manage this under supervision.
To undertake a range of assessments from OT models including MOHO and VdT MOCA
Deliver a needs led Occupational Therapy programme using a range of treatment approaches.
Be actively involved in clinical governance and quality assurance activities as required.
Sole escorting of patients within and outside of the secure area.
Continually update and develop skills, utilise CPD opportunities and maintain own professional portfolio.
You will receive a comprehensive induction training programme and will be supported to develop in the role. We offer preceptorship for newly qualified OTs and a range of CPD opportunities.
You will receive clinical and managerial supervision from a Senior Occupational Therapist and have the opportunity to attend reflective practice.
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Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Applicant requirements
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.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Good communication, negotiation and liaison skills (both oral and written).
- Ability to function effectively within a multi-professional team and develop cohesive working relationships.
- Ability to maintain clear professional boundaries when working with a challenging patient group.
- Ability to work independently and prioritise own workload.
Training
Essential
- Training in standardised OT assessments and outcome measures
Desirable
- Practice Placement Educators training and/or APPLE accreditation
- Other relevant training
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of patient-focused approaches and user/carer involvement.
- Knowledge of assessment, treatment and evaluation approaches used in mental health.
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice.
- Knowledge of risk and risk assessment
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act, other relevant legislation and current mental health issues.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Arnold Lodge and its purpose.
- Knowledge of clinical governance and audit.
- Awareness of the current issues relating to forensic services.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in occupational therapy assessment, treatment planning, delivery and evaluation in a mental health setting.
- Experience of planning and running a variety of individual and group interventions.
- Experience of maintaining written records, databases and producing reports.
- Experience of liaison with other agencies, services and professional colleagues.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a secure setting, e.g. prison, young offender institute or forensic unit.
- Experience of supervising other staff members or OT students.
- Experience in undertaking clinical audit.
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Current Health and Care Professions Council Registration
Desirable
- Relevant post graduate qualifications
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion as identified within the Trust’s Equality and Diversity Policy and associated Equality, Diversity and Human Rights legislation
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This advert is for Occupational Therapist with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Arnold Lodge. It is listed as a Band 5 Occupational Therapist role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum (pro rata for part time). The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 25 Aug 2026.
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