Job Overview
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to support the OT Department in Oxleas House Adult Acute Inpatient Service covering Maryon, Shrewsbury and Avery wards. The role requires working under the supervision of a registered OT and contributing to occupational therapy interventions for individuals and groups experiencing mental health difficulties.
Important Sponsorship Information
Due to service budget restrictions we are currently unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this post.
Key Responsibilities
* Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT)
* Use technical, creative and psychosocial skills to deliver occupational therapy interventions for individuals and groups
* Design group interventions such as creative activities, fitness, wellbeing, music, gardening and relaxation
* Provide 1:1 interventions focused on building functional and social skills, routines and community links
* Promote social inclusion and community connections
* Assist in the implementation, evaluation and modification of OT and team interventions
* Contribute to formal OT assessments and provide feedback on client occupational functioning under guidance of a registered OT
* Facilitate or co‑facilitate planned group work and individual activities under supervision
* Under supervision, instruct and support service users to achieve their goals
* Engage in ongoing assessment and treatment, adjusting interventions based on fluctuating needs of service users
* Support the safe and smooth running of the service through delegated tasks
* Initiate the planning and implementation of therapeutic group work, including writing protocols for groups within the service
* Work within the OT Clinical Competencies Framework
* Attend the OT Peer Review and Therapies meetings as required
Professional Development
There is an active CPD programme which includes regular professional supervision, appraisals and opportunities to be involved in quality improvement projects.
Our Values
* We’re Kind
* We’re Fair
* We Listen
* We Care
Closing Date
This advert closes on Monday 6 Apr 2026.
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