Job summary
Soon to be qualifying Occupational Therapist, or already registered? We have an exciting opportunity to join the Mid Essex Community Mental Health Occupational Therapy team.
We are looking for a passionate and motivated Occupational therapist with an interest in working with those with serious mental health conditions and developing their practise in a friendly and supportive team environment.
The post is based at the Gables (Braintree) and the post holder will be part of the the Mid Essex Community Mental Health OT Team.
The OT team serves the Specialist Mental Health Teams in secondary care based at The Gables (Braintree) and the C&E Centre (Chelmsford) and supports community dwelling adults with serious mental illness who require a higher level of mental health support than can be provided at primary care (GP) level.
Main duties of the job
We work with individuals who are experiencing occupational deprivation and reduced functioning due to their mental health difficulties. Presentations seen include, but not restricted to: Anxiety, Bi-Polar Disorder, Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder, Depression, and Schizophrenia.
Working as part of the Occupational Therapy team alongside the wider multidisciplinary locality mental health team, you will be responsible for supporting the individual to identify how their current mental health challenges impact upon their daily functioning, help identify their individual strengths, needs and goals, and establish appropriate treatment interventions to support them within their rehabilitation.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
* Season Ticket Loans
* NHS discounts for staff
* Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
* Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
* The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
* Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment
Join our Staff bank
What is Staff Bank?
Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.
All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.
If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.
Details Date posted
11 July 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
364-A-9164
Job locations
The Gables
17 Bocking End,
Braintree, Essex,
CM79AE
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be part of a small, skilled and supportive OT team that delivers a variety of therapeutic interventions, aimed towards helping individuals manage their mental health and support them through their recovery journey.
You will be part of the Trust wide Occupational Therapy service provision, which has a strong professional leadership. Offering a Band 5 development forum, Trust wide preceptorship and direct professional supervision and management; and a wide selection of in house and external developmental opportunities
Please see the attached job description for further detail.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be part of a small, skilled and supportive OT team that delivers a variety of therapeutic interventions, aimed towards helping individuals manage their mental health and support them through their recovery journey.
You will be part of the Trust wide Occupational Therapy service provision, which has a strong professional leadership. Offering a Band 5 development forum, Trust wide preceptorship and direct professional supervision and management; and a wide selection of in house and external developmental opportunities
Please see the attached job description for further detail.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* Degree or Diploma - achieved or awaiting finalisation
Desirable
* Additional relevant qualifications
Other Essential
* A full valid driving licence and access to a car for business use
Knowledge Essential
* Interest in working with those with MH conditions
Desirable
* Additional relevant experience outside of training
Range of interests/experience Essential
* Delivery of a range of mental health focused assessments /interventions
* Experience of Clinical Placement and/ or work experience within the NHS Mental Health Services
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* Degree or Diploma - achieved or awaiting finalisation
Desirable
* Additional relevant qualifications
Other Essential
* A full valid driving licence and access to a car for business use
Knowledge Essential
* Interest in working with those with MH conditions
Desirable
* Additional relevant experience outside of training
Range of interests/experience Essential
* Delivery of a range of mental health focused assessments /interventions
* Experience of Clinical Placement and/ or work experience within the NHS Mental Health Services
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Gables
17 Bocking End,
Braintree, Essex,
CM79AE
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Gables
17 Bocking End,
Braintree, Essex,
CM79AE
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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