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Job summary

Main area
Acute
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 6
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
354-AC-21213
Employer
Sussex Partnership NHS FoundationTrust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Oaklands Centre
Town
Chichester
Salary
£38,682 - £46,580 pa
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
27/10/2025 23:59

Employer heading

Sussex Partnership NHS FoundationTrust logo

Senior Occupational Therapist

NHS AfC: Band 6

Come and join us

We're looking for people who share our values (compassion, accountability and optimism) to help us provide high quality care to the patients, carers, families and local communities we serve. We specialise in providing NHS mental health and learning disability services.

So what can we offer you in return?

We're an organisation which puts people first. We'll do everything possible to help you feel respected, valued and included. We'll help you learn, acquire new skills and gain further experience to support your career development. And we'll provide the opportunity for you to bring your fresh ideas to work about how we can do things differently and continue improving.

You will also be joining a health and care system committed to working together to do the best we can for the communities we serve. Above all, at Sussex Partnership you'll have the chance to make a difference to the lives of the patients, carers and families across our communities.

As a Trust we are committed in making a difference. Your development is important to us, so don't forget to ask us during interview what opportunities we can offer. We can offer fully funded lifelong learning opportunities such as an apprenticeship from GCSE to Masters level.

If you like the sound of that, then come and join our team.

Job overview

Exciting Opportunity for an enthusiastic Band 6 Occupational Therapist

 Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of adults facing mental health challenges? Oaklands Ward at Oaklands Centre for Acute Care in Chichester is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Band 6 Occupational Therapist with experience of working with people with mental health difficulties and experience of working in Mental Health Services to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team.  The role is full time 37.5 hours per week.

Main duties of the job

  • Conduct Occupational Assessments and Interventions, emphasizing relapse prevention, establishing routines, and promoting recovery.
  • Provide Clinical Supervision to O.T Support Staff and Activity Worker Support Staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
  • Play a pivotal role in Discharge Planning by conducting Assessments, coordinating Interventions and ensuring a smooth transition for Patients back into the community.

·       Group work is an important aspect of the Therapeutic Programme on Oaklands Ward and you would have the opportunity to be part of the development and coordination of this.

Working for our organisation

  • Dynamic Environment: Immerse yourself in a supportive and friendly atmosphere where collaboration is key and innovation is encouraged.
  • Meaningful Work: Make a tangible impact by providing Occupational Assessments and Interventions that focus on relapse prevention, recovery promotion, and discharge facilitation.
  • Professional Development: Benefit from regular Supervision and access to a wide array of training and CPD opportunities tailored to your growth and development.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

 

Please see Job Description.

 Get in Touch: For more information or to express interest, please contact:

  • Fliss Boulton, Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist

 

  • Vikas Narvekar, Ward Manager Oaklands Ward

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Degree/Diploma in occupational therapy
  • Evidence of post graduate level study/training
  • Registration with the HPC as an occupational therapist
  • Management/Leadership training
  • Training in the use of standardised occupational therapy assessment tools

Knowledge/Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience as a qualified occupational therapist in mental health
  • Broad experience of working with clients with a range of mental health problems
  • Experience of both group and individual work
  • Experience of multidisciplinary working
  • Experience of supervising staff and students
  • Experience as a Care Coordinator
  • Experience in a clinical area related to the post
  • Leadership experience
  • Experience in applying a range of assessment tools and a comprehensive knowledge of occupational therapy clinical approaches used in mental health

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

Due to high numbers of applications this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date. We will not be able to accept late applications to this post.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Vikas.narvekar
Job title
ward Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01243 791898
Additional information
  • Fliss Boulton, Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist
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