Job requirements
Essential
14 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Training
OT Practice Fieldwork Educator
- Training
Willingness to undertake clinical practice, education, and training to enhance service delivery
- Qualifications
BSc or MSc Occupational Therapy
- Qualifications
HCPC registered
- Qualifications
Specialist knowledge/post registration and experience of working in a mental health setting
- Knowledge/Skills
Assessment & OT process skills
- Knowledge/Skills
Effective risk management
- Knowledge/Skills
Skilled in motivating others
- Knowledge/Skills
Team working
- Knowledge/Skills
Quality & audit skills
- Values & Behaviours
All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
- Values & Behaviours
All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust’s expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
- Physical Requirements
Physical ability to perform a full range of duties
- Contractual Requirements
A driving license is required for this post, however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the equality act 2010
Desirable
4 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Training
Relevant training to post
- Qualifications
Demonstrates continued professional development to maintain registration
- Knowledge/Skills
Experience of supervising and leading staff
- Physical Requirements
Experience of working in community or acute mental health
Job overview
Are you passionate about working with adults with mental health issues?
Then we want to hear from you!
We are looking to fill a part time post at a Local Mental Health Team covering the the Broxtowe and Hucknall area of Nottinghamshire to cover maternity leave. Our core business hours are 09:00-17:00.
Main duties of the job
Occupational Therapist with excellent communication skills to join our existing dynamic multidisciplinary Local Mental Health Team.
The post-holder will conduct specific assessments, formulation and interventions, working collaboratively with patients, their carers/families and partnership organisations to develop creative, goal oriented, time limited occupational therapy plans.
In return, we offer you a supporting network of colleagues, opportunities for career development, access to high quality supervision, and an employer who is supportive of your own physical and mental wellbeing.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This post is both rewarding and a vital role towards the assessment and delivery of treatment to our patients in the Broxtowe and Hucknall area.
To provide a high-quality Occupational Therapy service collaboratively with the patients in their own homes and local environments. Working with an assistant in the provision of intervention plans. If interested see JD/Spec for more details.
Professional and clinical supervision will be provided by an identified Occupational Therapist.
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.
A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010
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.
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This advert is for Senior Occupational Therapist with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Retford, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 per annum (pro rata for part time). The contract type is 9 months (Fixed Term). The application deadline is 27 Oct 2026.
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