Are you a motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 Occupational Therapist ready to elevate your skills within a supportive and progressive team? Cygnet encourages applications from newly qualified, or soon to be qualified, Occupational Therapists. Cygnet is a great place to launch your career in Occupational Therapy, offering lots of learning opportunities and support. We provide a monthly Band 5 development programme, a 12-month OT preceptorship supported by your supervisor with peer support from other Band 5s too, and weekly 1:1s with your supervisor to help you feel empowered and supported in your role. About Us Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services in England, Scotland and Wales. Your role: Occupational Therapist (Band 5/Newly Qualified) Working hours: 37.5 Hours per week Salary: From £32,883 per year (will increase to £35,465 upon successful completion of OT Preceptorship) Service Lines: Mental Health Adults- Acute Location: Cygnet Hospital Godden Green, Godden Green, Sevenoaks TN15 0JR Responsible to: Head of Occupational Therapy and Regional Lead Occupational Therapist Your role: You would be responsible for the assessment and treatment of occupational dysfunction for patients on your allocated caseload, including the delivery of person centred group and individual therapy sessions. You will work with a full multidisciplinary team in a coordinated way to support each service user to develop their skills and move through our clinical model of care from admission to discharge. You will have the support of an Occupational Therapy team and work closely with other therapists from different disciplines, including music therapy, dance and movement therapy, activity coordinators, assistant psychologists and the Active Life team. You will receive regular clinical supervision from an experienced Occupational Therapist on-site, including weekly 1:1 check in's. Summary of the site Cygnet Hospital Godden Green provides specialist acute and PICU services for women. The hospital is situated in the beautiful countryside of the Kent Weald, near Sevenoaks. Its location, in over an acre of its own grounds, helps the hospital provide a calm and therapeutic environment. We have a designated qualified Occupational Therapist on each ward as well as Activity Coordinators supporting the activities around the hospital. Our environment has a holistic focus and includes a gym, ADL kitchen, Recovery College, Hair Salon, Tuckshop and other therapeutic spaces. The Occupational Therapy Directorate Every service line has a Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist to guide and develop evidence based practice and agreed occupational therapy pathway for each specific client group. This includes Cygnet developed guidelines and assessments. Each Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist hosts service line meetings regularly, in which you will link in with other Occupational Therapists in the company based in the same service line, providing a valuable networking and development opportunity. Specific CPD and training opportunities are also available and tailored to individual and service needs. For newly qualified Occupational Therapists we offer a comprehensive 12 month preceptorship programme in order to consolidate and develop your skills. For more insight into life as an OT at Cygnet Health Care visit; [ Click Apply]. [ Click Apply]/ot-life/ Here you can listen to the opinions, stories and advice from our exceptional OTs - it could help the next step in your career. Our vibrant OT department in Godden Green Hospital (Sevenoaks) is passionate about delivering exceptional, client-centred care. We utilise the Vona du Toit Model of Creative Ability (VdTMoCA), a powerful evidence-based model that focuses on understanding and nurturing a client's creative capacity and ability to engage in meaningful life activities. VdTMoCA offers a structured approach to assessment and intervention, resulting in greater client participation and enhanced functional outcomes. Alongside VdTMoCA, we integrate Sensory Modulation strategies and utilise the Activity Participation Outcome Measure (APOM) and the Functional Levels Outcome Measure (FLOM) to ensure a comprehensive and holistic approach. We are also highly committed to continuous quality improvement and proactive service development. A key requirement for this role is a genuine willingness to learn and implement VdTMoCA, if you are not already trained or experienced in this model. We provide excellent support and a comprehensive preceptorship program to facilitate your learning journey. If you are eager to apply evidence-based practice, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are driven to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals we support, we strongly encourage you to apply! 5 reasons why you should make an application today We care about people in our services Career pathway progression within the company to support your development and skills, including sensory integration training, leadership and management training, VdTMoCA, MOHO or Group Therapy, amongst others. You will be an integral part of a well-established MDT with extensive experience to draw from. Dedicated CPD time being part of a national network of over 150 OTs in the company within different specialisms including LD and ASD, Acute mental health, and High Dependency Inpatient Rehabilitation Services. Induction & service line training is provided for your area of specialism. You will be a part of a friendly and supportive team, who are driven to provide excellence and where innovation and creativity are welcomed with enthusiasm. The Successful Candidate should be/ have: A registered Occupational Therapist with the HCPC (Health Care Professions Council). An understanding of working with individuals diagnosed with mental health conditions, dual diagnosis, sensory processing difficulties or complex trauma. An understanding of Occupational Therapy process/interventions and taking a "hands on" approach. Excellent communication and time management skills Passionate about student education Ability to manage highly demanding clinical presentations Interest in the field of mental health In return we will offer you: A competitive salary Free parking and free meals for staff on duty Opportunities for CPD and to undertake further learning and development. For example: Leadership & Management and Sensory Modulation. Training days provided by highly experienced and renowned OT specialists Expert clinical supervision and peer support Bi-monthly OT CPD meetings focused on skill and strategic service development. Group pension: a generous pension plan helping you save for your future. NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card - includes big brand discounts. Plus much more <