Band 5 / 6 Occupational Therapist - Littlemore, Oxford

The position will be based at Thames House in Oxford, a 24-bedded female low secure forensic unit. The unit comprises of 2 wards, an acute assessment ward and a rehabilitation-focused ward.
We are an innovative service, developing and strengthening our provision to include a wide spectrum of interventions including sensory assessments, vocational opportunities, and links with the Recovery College.
For further information about this role please review the job description and person specification attached to this advert.
If you are ready to take on this important role, contribute to the development of the Occupational Therapy service, and engage in educational initiatives, we invite you to apply.
This is your opportunity to be part of a dedicated team that is committed to making a positive impact in the field of Occupational Therapy.
We would recommend you come for a visit or have an informal discussion about this opportunity, so please contact us on the details below to make any arrangements.
+ All new starters have a 6 month probationary period. This, together with the induction process, aims to create a positive supportive working environment allowing new employees to learn key elements of their role over a reasonable timescale
+ Candidates not currently employed by the Trust who attend an interview for non-qualified Band 1-5 posts are required to undertake numeracy and literacy assessments.
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+ Employees are expected to undertake mandatory and statutory training related to their role.
+ We are ambitious in our pursuit of excellence, driven by the belief that a fair, just and fully inclusive organisational culture enables our teams to deliver the best quality of care and services possible and we work hard to ensure that our diverse workforce reflects the communities that we serve.
+ We welcome applications from all sections of the community, are an Equal Opportunities employer with a number of internal networking groups to support our employees and where possible will always look to make reasonable adjustments in order that you can fulfil the role to recognise your full potential. All our employees are committed to demonstrating through their behaviour our core values - safe, caring and excellent.
+ Oxford Health is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
+ Oxford is a world-renowned centre of excellence for research. Oxford Health works closely with the University of Oxford department of Psychiatry and the Department of Primary care, has a Biomedical Research Centre dedicated to improving mental health and the NIHR Clinical Research Facility at the Warneford site. The Trust also hosts the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) which carries out applied research that directly impacts patient health and wellbeing

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust has been rated as Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
We are a responsive and innovative Foundation Trust that places our values of Caring, Safe and Excellent at the heart of everything we do. We take great pride in our staff and believe that investing in you is key to us achieving our vision of outstanding care delivered by outstanding people.
We work with a wide range of partner organisations to deliver care and support to people in their own homes and from a number of hospitals and community bases. We focus on delivering care as close to home as possible for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

Calling all Occupational Therapists! Brace yourselves for a thrilling opportunity that has been tailor-made for you!
Are you an enthusiastic and motivated individual seeking a rewarding opportunity as a Band 5 or 6 Occupational Therapist? Join us in our low secure forensic service on a permanent contract, where you can make a real difference in the lives of individuals in need.
In addition to a competitive salary, this role also includes an RSU Allowance of £1,446 per annum., + Managing a varied and, at times, complex case load.
+ Providing evidence-based and client-centred occupational therapy
Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating interventions
+ Providing leadership for junior/non-registered staff through supervision and appraisal.
+ Participating in the planning, development, and evaluation of the Occupational Therapy service.
+ Being a key member of the multi-disciplinary team.
+ Contributing to the maintenance and development of the trust-wide Occupational Therapy service.
+ Actively participating in the education of occupational therapy students
+ Engaging in teaching/presentations of specialist skills for professional development.
This role offers a dynamic and challenging environment where you can showcase your skills and expertise in occupational therapy. Your contributions will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to individuals within the low secure forensic service.

Working for our organisation
We will offer the successful candidate a supportive team, with regular supervision meetings, opportunities for continued professional development and a friendly and sometimes challenging working environment.
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
+ Excellent opportunities for career progression
+ Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
+ 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
+ NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
+ Competitive pension scheme
+ Lease car scheme
+ Cycle to work scheme
+ Employee Assistance Programme
+ Mental Health First Aiders
+ Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
+ Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team