Job summary The Chimney's Hospital in Bury St Edmunds is offering an exciting opportunity for a recently qualified Occupational Therapist to join their dedicated team. This position provides the chance to work in a supportive environment and gain valuable hands-on experience, with continuous access to training and development opportunities to help advance your career. Main duties of the job As an Occupational Therapist at the Chimney's Hospital, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive assessments, planning and reviewing treatment programmes under supervision, identifying and actioning referrals, and supporting the planning, evaluation, and audit of practices, clinical pathways, and protocols. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team to create a therapeutic environment that empowers the recovery of the women in your care. About us Elysium Healthcare is a leading provider of specialist mental health, neurological, learning disabilities, and autism services across England and Wales. With a network of over 90 services and a global presence through Ramsay Health Care, Elysium offers extensive opportunities for professional growth and development. Details Date posted 12 December 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £15,706.67 to £31,000 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 1443615311 Job locations Elysium Healthcare Bury St Edmunds IP30 9LR Job description Job responsibilities Are you a recently Occupational Therapist looking to embark on a rewarding career, where you are supported in everything you do? If so, join The Chimney's Hospital in Bury St Edmunds and give your career the best start. Working alongside a dedicated team you will be working at a service that provides specialist care that is specifically designed to support women that have a diagnosis of an emerging or personality disorders. You will be a part of an environment that has a strong emphasis on teamwork and will enjoy hands-on experience, receiving guidance and supervision from experienced healthcare professionals. You will have continuous access to a range of training opportunities to move your career forward. Under supervision, you will be responsible for planning and facilitating evidence-based group and individual programmes. You will create individual rapports with service users to empower recovery. A range of training opportunities are available that can see your career grow and you achieve your career aspirations As an Occupational Therapist you will be: Providing comprehensive OT assessments. Under supervision, planning and reviewing OT treatment programmes. Under supervision, identifying and actioning referrals both in-house, including support staff, and to external agencies Supporting the planning, evaluation, and audit of practices, clinical pathways and protocols at St Mary's Hospital. Ensuring that contemporaneous, written and electronic records and activity data are maintained following professional and services standards. To be successful in this role, you'll need: A Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy A UK HCPC registration or applied for Evidence of ability to research, plan, implement and evaluate a project for specific groups Effective written/verbal communication skills Where you will be working: Location: New Road, Rougham Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP30 9LR You will be working at the Chimney’s Clinic, a 12 bedded service that offers specialist care that is specifically designed to support women that have a diagnosis of an emerging or personality disorder. You will work alongside the multidisciplinary tem at the Chimney’s, providing a therapeutic environment to aid the recovery for each young woman within their journey. The focus of the service is to enable the young women to work on ways to decrease harmful behaviours and replace them with effective strategies to enhance their lives and help them reach their personal life goals. What You’ll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Annual base salary of ££31,000 pro rata for 19 hrs £15,706.67 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking About your next employer: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure Job description Job responsibilities Are you a recently Occupational Therapist looking to embark on a rewarding career, where you are supported in everything you do? If so, join The Chimney's Hospital in Bury St Edmunds and give your career the best start. Working alongside a dedicated team you will be working at a service that provides specialist care that is specifically designed to support women that have a diagnosis of an emerging or personality disorders. You will be a part of an environment that has a strong emphasis on teamwork and will enjoy hands-on experience, receiving guidance and supervision from experienced healthcare professionals. You will have continuous access to a range of training opportunities to move your career forward. Under supervision, you will be responsible for planning and facilitating evidence-based group and individual programmes. You will create individual rapports with service users to empower recovery. A range of training opportunities are available that can see your career grow and you achieve your career aspirations As an Occupational Therapist you will be: Providing comprehensive OT assessments. Under supervision, planning and reviewing OT treatment programmes. Under supervision, identifying and actioning referrals both in-house, including support staff, and to external agencies Supporting the planning, evaluation, and audit of practices, clinical pathways and protocols at St Mary's Hospital. Ensuring that contemporaneous, written and electronic records and activity data are maintained following professional and services standards. To be successful in this role, you'll need: A Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy A UK HCPC registration or applied for Evidence of ability to research, plan, implement and evaluate a project for specific groups Effective written/verbal communication skills Where you will be working: Location: New Road, Rougham Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP30 9LR You will be working at the Chimney’s Clinic, a 12 bedded service that offers specialist care that is specifically designed to support women that have a diagnosis of an emerging or personality disorder. You will work alongside the multidisciplinary tem at the Chimney’s, providing a therapeutic environment to aid the recovery for each young woman within their journey. The focus of the service is to enable the young women to work on ways to decrease harmful behaviours and replace them with effective strategies to enhance their lives and help them reach their personal life goals. What You’ll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Annual base salary of ££31,000 pro rata for 19 hrs £15,706.67 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking About your next employer: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure Person Specification Qualifications Essential A Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy and a UK HCPC registration (or applied for). Evidence of the ability to research, plan, implement, and evaluate projects for specific groups, as well as effective written and verbal communication skills. Person Specification Qualifications Essential A Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy and a UK HCPC registration (or applied for). Evidence of the ability to research, plan, implement, and evaluate projects for specific groups, as well as effective written and verbal communication skills. 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. 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. 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 Elysium Healthcare Address Elysium Healthcare Bury St Edmunds IP30 9LR Employer's website https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Elysium Healthcare Address Elysium Healthcare Bury St Edmunds IP30 9LR Employer's website https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)