Overview
Are you a newly qualified or experienced Band 5 Occupational Therapist looking to develop your skills in a supportive community mental health setting? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you!
We are excited to offer a Band 5 Occupational Therapist role within the Bedfordshire Community Mental Health Team. You will be based at Meadow Lodge, Ampthill road at Steppingley Hospital.
We are looking for an individual who enjoys working with adults with mental health needs and who is confident in managing an OT clinical caseload.
Responsibilities
* Deliver specialist Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention for adults with mental health needs, using tools based on the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO).
* Work in a recovery-focused and client-centred approach, supporting individuals to achieve their goals in self-care, productivity, and leisure.
* As a key member of the multi-disciplinary team, inform care planning and contribute to safe, positive discharge planning.
* Help further develop the OT role within the team through a mix of 1:1 interventions, group work, and community-based support, enabling clients to access local resources as part of their recovery journey.
* Receive a structured induction, regular managerial and professional supervision, and monthly OT CPD opportunities. If newly qualified, support through preceptorship. Professional development is encouraged through ongoing training and appraisal.
Values and expectations
Our mission is to make a positive difference to people\'s lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values: We Care, We Respect, We Are Inclusive. We’re looking for individuals who share these values and bring them into all aspects of their practice - whether supporting service users and carers or working with colleagues.
* Manage workload effectively, balancing individual interventions and group programs.
* Work as an integral member of the Community Team to ensure holistic care for service users.
* Collaborate with other OTs and multi-disciplinary professionals to provide comprehensive care.
* Support clients and their carers with a compassionate approach to mental health recovery.
* Participate in professional supervision, CPD events, and service development.
What We Offer
* A supportive induction period to help you reach your full potential.
* Regular managerial and professional supervision to support your career development.
* Monthly CPD events and opportunities for quality improvement and professional development.
* A team that values staff well-being, with a focus on creating a positive and inclusive working environment.
We welcome all enquiries – come and see what we have to offer!
This advert closes on Sunday 19 Oct 2025
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