Oxford Health NHS Trust

Occupational Therapist (social care aligned)

The closing date is 26 June 2025

Job summary

Are you a qualified Occupational Therapist seeking a new challenge in a crucial service?

We are currently seeking an Occupational Therapist who will work collaboratively with mental health Social Workers and partner agencies to meet the needs of service users with severe and enduring mental health problems. Professional Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention will be strengths-based to create opportunities, build resilience and long-term support networks so that people live their lives as successfully, independently, and safely as possible.

The post holder will be responsible for the review and assessment of individuals living in supported living placements or living independently with a package of care to determine if the level of support and home environment is conducive to physical and mental health.

You will work collaboratively with an MDT team within the requirements of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Mental Health Act 1983 and any other relevant legislation, guidance, and codes of practice, providing personalised information and advice to individuals, families, and their Carers.

The post holder will be working under the direction of the Social Work Team Manager and the Professional Lead OT, and will be based in the central MH social work hub in Oxford. The post requires travel throughout Oxfordshire and beyond in order to meet the needs of service users placed out-of-county.

Main duties of the job

The responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

To support individuals to move to appropriate living settings working in collaboration with clinical teams, families, and providers.
To undertake timely and proportionate assessments, reviews and professional interventions and other duties relating to individuals, families, and carers.
Responsible for contributing Occupational Therapy assessment and interventions to support plans to ensure they are reflective of the persons needs and outcomes by providing a clear breakdown of how these are being met, regardless of determination of eligibility.
Identify and make necessary arrangements where an individual would benefit from services which will improve and maintain independence, reablement services and equipment.
To undertake face to face visits in the community and be responsible for the management and prioritisation of a reviews.
To assess and manage risk of patients and their families and to escalate concerns about unmanaged risk to clinical and operational leaders as required.
Take assertive action to prevent harm to self and others, and actively engage with both child and adult Safeguarding processes if appropriate.

About us

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast 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"

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Date posted

12 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-OA7248449

Job locations

Warneford Hospital

Warneford Lane, Headington

Oxford

OX3 7JX

Job description

Job responsibilities

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview, and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Further Training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills

Essential

Evidence of post registration development
Experience of using I.T. systems and software and to be IT literate
To have excellent English verbal and written communication skills
To be able to prioritise effectively
To show evidence of sound problem-solving skills
To be able to work collaboratively as part of a team

Desirable

Experience of supervising junior staff or students.

Experience

Essential

Post qualifying experience of working as an Occupational Therapist within the field of Mental health
knowledge and understanding of the needs and difficulties of people who experience mental health problems and understanding of Physical health co-morbidities.
Experience of caseload management/complex conditions & cases

Desirable

Experience of undertaking audit work
Advanced Assessment Skills
To have a good knowledge of community services
To have awareness of national and local issues concerning mental health

Qualifications - Academic/Skills/ Professional

Essential

Recognised Occupational Therapist Qualification with Dip RCOT qualification or degree and HCPC registration.
Evidence of continuing professional development in line with HCPC standards
Completion of practice educator training

Desirable

Commitment to continuing CPD and post graduate qualifications
Member of the British Association/Royal College of Occupational Therapists
Post qualifying education e.g Msc modules in relevant area

Person Specification

Further Training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills

Essential

Evidence of post registration development
Experience of using I.T. systems and software and to be IT literate
To have excellent English verbal and written communication skills
To be able to prioritise effectively
To show evidence of sound problem-solving skills
To be able to work collaboratively as part of a team

Desirable

Experience of supervising junior staff or students.

Experience

Essential

Post qualifying experience of working as an Occupational Therapist within the field of Mental health
knowledge and understanding of the needs and difficulties of people who experience mental health problems and understanding of Physical health co-morbidities.
Experience of caseload management/complex conditions & cases

Desirable

Experience of undertaking audit work
Advanced Assessment Skills
To have a good knowledge of community services
To have awareness of national and local issues concerning mental health

Qualifications - Academic/Skills/ Professional

Essential

Recognised Occupational Therapist Qualification with Dip RCOT qualification or degree and HCPC registration.
Evidence of continuing professional development in line with HCPC standards
Completion of practice educator training

Desirable

Commitment to continuing CPD and post graduate qualifications
Member of the British Association/Royal College of Occupational Therapists
Post qualifying education e.g Msc modules in relevant area

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

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

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Warneford Hospital

Warneford Lane, Headington

Oxford

OX3 7JX

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Warneford Hospital

Warneford Lane, Headington

Oxford

OX3 7JX

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)