Head occupational therapist

About the Role

We are recruiting a Head Occupational Therapist for acute inpatient and crisis services at Kingfisher Court, Radlett, Herts. The role will oversee adult treatment wards and the Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). It is based in Radlett and requires travel across the county, so a valid driving licence and the use of a car, moped, or motorbike (unless a disability prevents driving) is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Hold a complex clinical caseload while providing leadership for a team of therapists and therapy assistants.
• Develop and refine specialist clinical skills such as sensory integration, trauma‑informed approaches, neuro‑diversity, and positive behaviour support.
• Collaborate with the Lead OT and Head OT to drive quality improvement across inpatient and crisis teams.
• Develop and establish the OT pathway and interventions across the teams.

Requirements

Essential qualifications and experience include a background in acute inpatient and crisis occupational therapy, evidenced leadership experience, and knowledge of restrictive practice, trauma‑informed care, or related areas. A valid driving licence and the ability to travel by road are required unless a disability under the Equality Act 2010 prevents driving.

Benefits

• Leadership and management training opportunities.
• 5% allowance supplement (maximum £2,122 per annum pro‑rata).
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (pro‑rata) plus bank holidays.
• One of the UK’s best pension schemes.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing services.
• Special leave for family and personal reasons.
• NHS Car Lease Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

About the Trust

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of ‘Outstanding’ from the Care Quality Commission. The Trust provides health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health, and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, and Norfolk, delivering services within the community and several inpatient settings. Trust values emphasize choice, independence, and equality.