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Job Summary
The Community Therapy Service team in Wallingford is looking for an enthusiastic clinician with an interest in Mental Health to join the team as a Senior Band 6 in a part time capacity of 30 hours per week.
Could this be you? We are looking for a senior clinician with a mental health background, who is enthusiastic to develop their clinical practice within innovative and supportive multidisciplinary teams, treating patients in their own homes.
Main duties
As a Mental Health Practitioner - Physiotherapist you will provide high quality mental health rehabilitation to patients referred to or within the Community Therapy Service (CTS). You will use your expertise to help support other CTS practitioners achieve rehabilitation goals. You will also support our community response physical health pathway. You will work closely with the Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) to minimise duplication, maximise efficiency and facilitate a seamless pathway between the two services for the patient, understanding the roles and responsibilities of the clinicians in establishing and delivering a care plan for the patient.
About Us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team". Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent". At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing, including:
* Excellent opportunities for career progression
* Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
* 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
* NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
* Competitive pension scheme
* Lease car scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Mental Health First Aiders
* Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
* Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Details
Date posted: 09 October 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year Per annum | Pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 267-CH7521172
Job location: Wallingford Community Hospital, Reading Road, Wallingford, OX10 9DU
Job Description and Responsibilities
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust is an accelerator site for the Ageing Well national agenda, as part of the NHS Long Term Plan. This offers the opportunity to shape and develop both rapid responsive patient care and supporting patients with rehabilitation in their home environment. We are looking for someone who will be supported to develop their skills in both physical and mental health rehabilitation, in order to provide excellent, holistic care as part of a community MDT. This role will involve the supervision and training of students and junior colleagues and will involve teaching multidisciplinary staff. We offer CPD opportunities including CBT training and Masters modules such as frailty management. Working in the community requires owning a car for travel and the ability to work across extended hours and seven days to meet patient needs. If you are interested in working in the community and would like to discuss other opportunities, please contact us. Please see the job description and person specification attached to this advert for more information on the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Nursing/Occupational therapy/Physiotherapy degree or equivalent
* NMC/HCPC registration
Experience
* Essential: Previous NHS or UK Adult Social Care experience
* Essential: Previous mental health experience as a band 5 or equivalent
* Desirable: Good knowledge of rehab & community services
Skills
* Essential: Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Essential: Good knowledge and skills in elderly care/rehabilitation with clinical expertise in elderly care and rehabilitation
* Desirable: Experience of supervising student placements
Disclosure and Regulations
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and must undergo Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service. UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer name: Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address: Wallingford Community Hospital, Reading Road, Wallingford, OX10 9DU
Employer's website: https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk
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