Band 6 Senior Occupational Therapist

We are looking for a Senior Occupational Therapist to help us shape the development and delivery of our inpatient Mental Health service. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in a genuinely holistic OT role within an established, collaborative and supportive team. You will be working as part of a supportive and committed occupational therapy team and will carry outward level OT Service Development, Mentorship and will guide junior staff. You will also complete occupational assessments, group and individual work required to support service users in their recovery. We have a well-developed OT programme, new wards, and a beautiful therapy garden for you to deliver your interventions. We recognise that OT support for those with severe and enduring mental health diagnosis has been neglected and are aiming to redress the balance. This pathway is one of three OT pathways undergoing transformation and development within our care system. We welcome applications from diverse OT backgrounds,
whether you're seeking progression from Band 5 or looking to change direction and develop your career within mental health. Are you committed to putting meaningful occupation at the heart of engaging with patients and their support network? For additional information, please contact Joan Co (Physiotherapist and inpatient AHP Lead) to talk things through or head over for a visit.

Main duties of the job

Manage a caseload of clients.

Provide specialist clinical advice and input for clients with complex problems and needs.

Ensure occupational therapy contribution to the provision of quality clinical care and performance standards.

Participate in the planning, development and evaluation of occupational therapy and local multi-professional services.

Inform the Team Leaders of any professional issues as necessary.

Report to or assist/advise the Team Leaders of any matters of complaint.

To fully participate in the Trust's performance review and personal development planning process on an annual basis.

To provide effective guidance, supervision, and appraisals for junior staff.

Represent the clinical specialist occupational therapist when appropriate at relevant meetings.

Only open to applicants currently employed by

Hampshire & Isle of Wight NHS system, which is limited to: Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Healthcare FT, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, University Hospital Southampton FT, South Central Ambulance Service or Hampshire Hospitals FT.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.

Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.