JOB-20240905-7a6f785b Job Title: Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Mental Health Practitioner Location: Preston, UK Salary: £26.43 Hourly Contract: Ongoing | Part Time (28 Hours per Week, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm) Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Mental Health Practitioner required for an ongoing locum opportunity within Mental Health services in Preston. This role offers a flexible 28-hour working week, Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm, allowing you to maintain an excellent work-life balance while making a meaningful impact in mental health practice. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a role that genuinely values your expertise and supports your professional growth. Perks and benefits: Part Time Hours: Enjoy the flexibility of working 28 hours per week within friendly daytime hours, supporting a healthy work-life balance Locum Flexibility: Gain a wider breadth of experience across different settings, enriching your professional portfolio Competitive Pay: Earn a strong hourly rate while enjoying the freedom and flexibility of locum work Professional Development: Access continuous learning opportunities through exposure to varied working environments Rewarding Impact: Make a positive difference in people's lives while expanding your own skill set and clinical expertise What you will do: Provide comprehensive occupational therapy interventions, using your understanding of the relationship between occupation and mental health to support clients in maintaining, restoring, or developing effective matches between abilities and environmental demands Lead and deliver individual and group interventions, applying advanced clinical reasoning to meet the complex needs of individuals with significant mental health challenges affecting occupational performance Liaise and negotiate with professionals across multiple settings to ensure cohesive and effective service delivery Mentor and supervise less experienced therapists and support staff, promoting professional growth and development Act as a specialist clinician and resource within the team, championing social inclusion and employment-related initiatives to improve service users' quality of life Facilitate occupational therapy student fieldwork placements, contributing to academic and practical learning Preston offers an ideal blend of vibrant city living and easy access to the stunning Ribble Valley countryside. Known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and welcoming community, Preston provides a fantastic environment to live and work. It is the perfect location for professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle while making a meaningful contribution to mental health services. Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an 'Excellent' Trustpilot rating from over 1,000 reviews and multiple prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to securing the best possible rates and matching professionals with roles that align with their skills and experience. Apply today to make a real impact as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist in Preston while enjoying flexible hours and earning £26.43 per hour in an ongoing locum role.