Job Title: Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Older Adult Inpatient Mental Health
Location: Willow Ward, Woodlands, Heath Road, Ipswich, IP4 5PD
Pay Rate: £26 per hour (LTD); PAYE options available
Contract Type: Full-Time Locum
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00 or 09:00–17:00
Team: AHP Team – Woodlands/Willows Ward Job Description:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the dedicated Older Adult Inpatient Mental Health Team based on Willow Ward at Woodlands, Ipswich. This role forms part of a supportive and multidisciplinary Allied Health Professionals (AHP) team, providing crucial care to older adults with complex mental health needs.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver patient-centered occupational therapy interventions for older adults in an inpatient mental health setting.
* Conduct comprehensive functional assessments and contribute to care planning and discharge processes.
* Work collaboratively with the wider MDT, including nursing, medical, psychology, and social care staff.
* Develop and implement treatment plans to enhance functional independence and quality of life.
* Contribute to safeguarding processes and mental health care reviews.
* Maintain accurate clinical records in line with professional and legal standards.
Requirements:
* HCPC registered Occupational Therapist.
* Proven experience working in a mental health setting, preferably with older adults.
* Strong communication, assessment, and care planning skills.
* Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Knowledge of relevant mental health legislation and safeguarding procedures.
Benefits:
* Competitive hourly rate: £26 per hour LTD (PAYE options also available)
* Flexible working hours – 08:00–16:00 or 09:00–17:00, Monday to Friday
* 5-day working week with a supportive team environment
* Ongoing support from our specialist recruitment consultants
Benefits of Joining Service Care Solutions:
* £250 referral fee bonus for any health care professional you refer who we place in to work on a 3-month contract.
* £250 sign up bonus for any qualified professionals that register with our agency. This will be paid in your first pay packet
* Bring us your contract / Job referral - £200 bonus for bringing your existing work to us.
* All compliancy costs paid for by our agency, including DBS, Occupational Health Check, Online and Practical training
* LTD and PAYE options available
* Nationwide provider to all NHS trusts
* Multi Framework approved – Access to a large number of different services within a number of different trusts.
* Specialist consultants offering single points of contact.
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