Band 5 Locum Occupational Therapist - Mental Health Service
Contract: Full Time, 3 Months, Start ASAP
Role Overview
* We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join the Luton Inpatient Acute Mental Health Service.
* In this role, you will provide specialist Occupational Therapy assessment and interventions for adults within the unit, supporting recovery through person-centred, goal-focused practice.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver specialist OT assessments and interventions using tools based on the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO).
* Support individuals in achieving goals across self-care, productivity, and leisure.
* Contribute to effective discharge planning through comprehensive assessment and collaborative care planning.
* Deliver 1:1 sessions, group interventions, and community-focused support.
* Work as part of a well-established multi-disciplinary team to enhance and develop the OT programme both on the ward and within community pathways.
Support & Development
* Structured and supportive induction programme.
* Opportunity to complete preceptorship if not already achieved.
* Regular managerial and professional supervision.
* Monthly OT CPD events and opportunities to contribute to service development and quality improvement.
* Access to ongoing training and professional development through the appraisal process.
We’re looking for someone who is:
* HCPC-registered (or eligible) Occupational Therapist.
* Passionate about recovery-focused mental health care.
* A collaborative team player with strong communication skills.
* Enthusiastic about service improvement and professional growth