Job summary
This is a brilliant opportunity for a dedicated Occupational Therapist to promote and improve the mental and physical health and well-being of Children, Young People and those who care for them. You'll be working with young people aged up to 18 years with eating disorder and Pervasive Arousal Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS). You'll be providing interventions on an individual basis, planning and providing group based interventions. We'll rely on you to ensure there is effective and sensitive communication between, the Children and Young People in your care, those who care for them, the health professionals you work with and other relevant agencies. This is a varied and extremely rewarding role, helping young people who can be resistant to change, re-establish routines and improve their day to day lives.
You will be applying for a development post and the successful applicant will be supported from their current level of experience into a Band 6 post. The timescales for this will be dependent on the successful applicant's levels of training and experience. A newly qualified Occupational Therapist will be supported to complete their 12 months preceptorship. They will then have identified objectives with the aim to transition into the Band 6 post over the next 8-12 months. For applicants with more post qualification experience there will be clear objectives with the aim to achieve this within a 8-12 months period.
Main duties of the job
- With current HCPC registration alongside a recognised Occupational Therapy qualification, you'll develop and undertake individual and group-based sessions.
- You will be involved in pre-admission assessments, their therapeutic input throughout their admission and support their discharge planning back to the community.
- Working with complex young people to provide intensive ward based interventions using a holistic goal setting approach. This would allow you to use your therapeutic skills looking at both the young person's physical and mental health needs. Part of the role is to develop training sessions for members of the MDT, including delivering the train the trainer Moving & Handling training.
- Dedicated to providing an environment that encourages patient-centred involvement, you'll contribute to MDT meetings and developing joint intervention packages. You will make sure that care is coordinated with the internal and external departments you work with, with the ultimate aim of providing the best patient journey possible.
- Using your knowledge of evidence-based practice, you'll offer therapeutic solutions in line with the National Institute for Health & Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Health Professions Council
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-qualification experience
- Significant experience in a specialist clinical area, for example mental health or paediatric setting
- Specialist level of theoretical knowledge & clinical practice e.g. ? Mental health ? Paediatric setting ? treatment approaches ? Group activities
- Evidence of self-directed/formal postgraduate education & training experiences
- Experience of contributing to developing and evaluating own practice
- Understanding of the principles of Clinical Governance and a willingness to follow Trust Policy and Procedures
Desirable
- Work experience at a senior level
- Experience of participation clinical supervision/appraisal processes
- Awareness of developing, implementing and auditing standards of practice
- Experience of working within a diverse cultural environment
- Experience of contributing to student education
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Health Professions Council
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-qualification experience
- Significant experience in a specialist clinical area, for example mental health or paediatric setting
- Specialist level of theoretical knowledge & clinical practice e.g. ? Mental health ? Paediatric setting ? treatment approaches ? Group activities
- Evidence of self-directed/formal postgraduate education & training experiences
- Experience of contributing to developing and evaluating own practice
- Understanding of the principles of Clinical Governance and a willingness to follow Trust Policy and Procedures
Desirable
- Work experience at a senior level
- Experience of participation clinical supervision/appraisal processes
- Awareness of developing, implementing and auditing standards of practice
- Experience of working within a diverse cultural environment
- Experience of contributing to student education
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
