Senior Occupational Therapist
??Location: [Insert Location]
??30 hours per week (flexible working patterns considered - 3 longs days or shorter shifts
??Permanent Position
We are currently seeking an experienced and innovativeSenior Occupational Therapistto join a progressive and forward-thinking mental health hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a role with real scope for service development and creativity, with the autonomy to implement new ideas that will directly impact patient engagement and outcomes.
Key Details:
* Hours:30 hours per week
o Were open to structuring this as 3 x 10-hour shifts or standard shifts between 9:00am and 5:00pm.
o Fixed working days can be arranged to suit the right candidate.
o Potential for full-time hours depending on applicant.
About the Role:
The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary therapy team including:
* 1 x Newly Qualified OT
* 2 x Therapy Assistants
* 2 x Activity Coordinators
Youll report directly into the Head of Therapies and will work across wards supporting patients with:
* Drug-induced schizophrenia
* Bipolar disorder
* ADHD
* Autism
All patients are engaged in long-stay rehabilitation plans, and the hospital promotes an active, recovery-focused environmentwith features like apatient-led café on site, showcasing the outcomes of therapeutic engagement in real time.
What Were Looking For:
* Minimum 2 years post-grad experience
* Experience mentoring or supervising junior staff
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills
* Experience in assessments and service user engagement
* A proactive mindset with a passion for developing creative therapy pathways and driving service improvement
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Occupational Therapist ready to take the next step in their career and contribute to a thriving, collaborative environment that values fresh thinking and compassionate care.
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