Occupational Therapist (Rotational Post)
Req#: C9371-25-0401?language=en&page=4&sort=publicationDateDesc
Job summary
Are you a qualified or soon to be qualified Occupational Therapist? Are you looking for a diverse role which can offer you a wealth of experience working in both adult mental health and physical rehab support services?
We have a rare opportunity for a band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our team here in Reading in a well-established rotation role. We are offering a mixed Occupational Therapy rotation and the opportunity to gain experience in the following teams:
o Inpatient mental health (based at Prospect Park Hospital)
o Inpatient physical rehabilitation support (based at Prospect Park Hospital)
o Our community intermediate care team which includes our hospital avoidance pathway and falls service
In each rotation you will be part of a multidisciplinary team working closely with other agencies to provide evidence-based interventions to the people that access our services.
You will have the opportunity to develop your career and join our established multi professional preceptorship program with support to work through your band 5 competencies. You will also have access to our trust wide learning and development program, have access to our Occupational Therapy learning forums and band 5 Occupational Therapy peer support.
The inpatient services operate Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00pm. In the community rotation there is an expectation to work some weekends (on a rota basis)
Main duties of the job
o Participate in the band 5 rotation - rotating every 8mths following discussion with line manager and Occupational Therapy professional lead.
o To plan and organise a designated caseload of patient and their own professional activities under the supervision of a senior qualified Therapist.
o To work with patients and carers to identify therapy goals using standardised and non-standardised assessment tools to assess their skill deficits and occupational needs.
o To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment interventions to measure progress and ensure effectiveness.
o Contribute specific Occupational Therapy knowledge and skills to the multi-professional team.
o Participate in supervision of junior staff and students as required.
About us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:
o Caring for and about you is our top priority
o Committed to providing good quality, safe services
o Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:
o Flexible working options to support work-life balance
o 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
o Generous NHS pension scheme
o Excellent learning and career development opportunities
o 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
o Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
o Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
o Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
o Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
o Free parking across Trust sites
Date posted
24 April 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
371-CHS1005
Job locations
Reading Intermediate Care
Reading
RG1 8NQ
Job description
Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role:
o Professional qualification or degree in Occupational Therapy with HCPC registration
o A commitment and passion to deliver high quality care in a mental health and physical health settings
o An ability to be flexible and work creatively in accordance with service needs
o Access to a car and ability to travel to patients homes across Reading
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.
We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role:
o Professional qualification or degree in Occupational Therapy with HCPC registration
o A commitment and passion to deliver high quality care in a mental health and physical health settings
o An ability to be flexible and work creatively in accordance with service needs
o Access to a car and ability to travel to patients homes across Reading
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.
We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
o Diploma/ Degree in Occupational therapy
o Registered with the HPC
Training
Essential
o Evidence of CPD
o Post graduate training in a relevant clinical speciality
Previous Experience
Essential
o Up to date evidence based on clinical knowledge
Desirable
o Experience of working as an OT in a relevant clinical area.
o In depth knowledge of care management
o Experience in a rehabilitation setting
o Knowledge of Intermediate Care service
o Experience of working in rehabilitation/wards
o Experience of supervising and appraising junior members of staff/students
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
o Organised
o Flexible
o Be an excellent communicator
o Computer skills
o Knowledge of Clinical Governance issues and audits
Additional Requirements
Essential
o Car Driver/ Ability to travel to multiple sites
o Ability to work on Weekends, band Holidays and Extended Hours, including shift working depending on the service needs. Possible Weekend duty frequency: 1 weekend day every 3rd weekend
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
o Diploma/ Degree in Occupational therapy
o Registered with the HPC
Training
Essential
o Evidence of CPD
o Post graduate training in a relevant clinical speciality
Previous Experience
Essential
o Up to date evidence based on clinical knowledge
Desirable
o Experience of working as an OT in a relevant clinical area.
o In depth knowledge of care management
o Experience in a rehabilitation setting
o Knowledge of Intermediate Care service
o Experience of working in rehabilitation/wards
o Experience of supervising and appraising junior members of staff/students
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
o Organised
o Flexible
o Be an excellent communicator
o Computer skills
o Knowledge of Clinical Governance issues and audits
Additional Requirements
Essential
o Car Driver/ Ability to travel to multiple sites
o Ability to work on Weekends, band Holidays and Extended Hours, including shift working depending on the service needs. Possible Weekend duty frequency: 1 weekend day every 3rd weekend
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Reading Intermediate Care
Reading
RG1 8NQ
Employer's website
https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Reading Intermediate Care
Reading
RG1 8NQ
Employer's website
https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.
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