Overview
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This is a new opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join an established Occupational Therapy team working across inpatient and community learning disability services. The post holder will work within the specialist inpatient service (Najurally Centre) 22.5 hours a week. These hours can be worked flexibly depending on the needs of the service. 15 hours will be worked in the Community Team for Adults with a Learning Disability based at Waddiloves Health Centre in Bradford, working across Bradford, Craven and Keighley. This is a full-time post with an option for flexible working.
Main duties of the job: The team are passionate about delivering high quality care for adults who require specialist health support due to their complex needs. This includes physical, mental health, sensory, communication, or behavioural impairments. The post is well supported by an Occupational Therapy Team and there is support from a part time Band 7 within the inpatient services. The Learning Disability Teams are friendly and supportive. The role and skills of an Occupational Therapist are valued, and the job provides the opportunity to use all your OT core skills. The OT role sits within a full multidisciplinary team with opportunities to work alongside all professionals. There are excellent CPD opportunities for ongoing professional development. We are looking for a kind, enthusiastic, caring, compassionate, and motivated therapist who really wants to make a difference to people\'s lives.
Responsibilities
* Work across inpatient and community learning disability services as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Deliver high quality care for adults with learning disabilities who have complex needs (physical, mental health, sensory, communication, or behavioural impairments).
* Utilise OT core skills and collaborate with other professionals to support client independence and participation.
* Engage in ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities.
* Support and supervise students as part of the role.
Qualifications
Essential
* Degree or equivalent pre-registration award in occupational therapy
* State registered with the Health Professions Council
* Short specialist course(s) with relevance to the specialist clinical area
* Post registration experience
* Experience of working in learning disability services and/or with other vulnerable groups
* Experience supervising students
Desirable
* Experience in the provision of specialist equipment to promote independence and occupational participation
* In patient mental health experience
Right to Work
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status. The Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate\'s best interest to apply as soon as possible.
Details
* Band: Band 6
* Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year Per Annum
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time
* Job locations: Lynfield Mount Hospital, Heights Lane, Bradford, BD96DP
Employer
Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust – Lynfield Mount Hospital, Heights Lane, Bradford, BD96DP
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Notes
Closing Date: 10th September 2025
Shortlisting Date: 11th September 2025
Interview Date: 2nd October 2025 (Subject to change)
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