Overview
Are you looking for a new role? We are looking for a part-‑time occupational therapy assistant to join a team of occupational therapists within the community Mental Health Rehabilitation Team. The core hours are 24 hrs per week, worked over 3 days a week. The service is 7 day working; flexibility of the daily hours can be agreed.
Responsibilities
* Assessing adults of working age with mental ill‑health who live within their local community around their occupational needs.
* Designing and implementing person‑centred interventions to support recovery and evaluating progress.
* Managing a diverse caseload and working closely with the multi‑disciplinary team, including Consultant OT, OT, RMNs, Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Employment Specialists, Peer workers and CBT colleagues.
* Working with patients to develop independent living skills and progress towards individual recovery and vocational goals in preparation for discharge, as directed.
What we offer and how to apply
If you feel you have the relevant experience and enthusiasm for this post, please apply. The organization welcomes applicants to join Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS FT and be part of a team that values nurturing the power in our communities.
* Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
* Access to our LGBTI+ network, BAME Network, Women’s Network and Disability and Wellbeing Network
Contact
Please contact:
* Jon Rouston, Chief AHP – jonrouston@nhs.net
* Noma Makhanda, Professional Lead OT – noma.makhanda@nhs.net
About the employer
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employs around 4,000 colleagues across mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services. We are committed to inclusive cultures and value people in our organisation. Our strategy and values guide our work. View the strategy: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To learn more about working for RDaSH and the benefits we offer, visit: https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
Allyship information: https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
Main terms and conditions of service can be found here: https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Additional information
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role. This advert closes on Wednesday 8 Oct 2025.
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