Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Occupational Therapist

The closing date is 10 November 2025

Job summary

We are recruiting for a part time Band 6 Senior Forensic Occupational Therapist to join our team at the Specialist Community Forensic Pathway in North Lincolnshire to make a real difference to our patients' recovery journey.

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 secure forensic services throughout their journey and reintegration into a community setting.

Main duties of the job

Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, you'll contribute to risk assessments and use these to keep patients and staff safe. You'll carry out MOHO assessments and use this model to formulate an evidence based treatment plan for your designated caseload which you will evaluate using TOMS and the MOHOST.

  • Managing a varied and complex caseload.
  • Providing evidence-based and client-centred occupational therapy Interventions. Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating Occupational Therapy interventions using the Model of Human Occupation and TOMS.
  • Involving patients in the co-production of their own care plans and in the development and evaluation of OT Treatment Interventions.
  • Recording treatment progress and CPA reports on the clinical system.
  • Providing leadership for junior/non-registered staff and students through supervision and appraisal.
  • Participating in the planning, development, and evaluation of the service.
  • Being a key member of the multi-disciplinary team.
  • Actively participating in the education of Occupational Therapy students
  • Engaging in teaching/presentations of specialist skills for professional development.

Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details

Date posted

27 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-NLTT-0195

Job locations

Monarch House

Arkwright Industrial Estate

Scunthorpe

DN16 1AL


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
  • Registration with the HCPC
  • A broad understanding of relevant policy, legislation drivers and their application to clinical practice and service
  • Specialist knowledge of occupational therapy models of practice, standardised assessments, and their use in practice
  • Knowledge and understanding of the evidence-based relevant to the clinical area
  • Basic IT skills
  • Experienced and competent practice educator with up to date SLiP training

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

  • Completed preceptorship programme
  • Appropriate knowledge/experience of working in the relevant service area
  • Understanding of caseload management clinical responsibilities
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
  • Registration with the HCPC
  • A broad understanding of relevant policy, legislation drivers and their application to clinical practice and service
  • Specialist knowledge of occupational therapy models of practice, standardised assessments, and their use in practice
  • Knowledge and understanding of the evidence-based relevant to the clinical area
  • Basic IT skills
  • Experienced and competent practice educator with up to date SLiP training

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

  • Completed preceptorship programme
  • Appropriate knowledge/experience of working in the relevant service area
  • Understanding of caseload management clinical responsibilities

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Monarch House

Arkwright Industrial Estate

Scunthorpe

DN16 1AL


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Monarch House

Arkwright Industrial Estate

Scunthorpe

DN16 1AL


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Team Manager

Alyx Coggan

alyx.coggan1@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

27 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-NLTT-0195

Job locations

Monarch House

Arkwright Industrial Estate

Scunthorpe

DN16 1AL


Supporting documents

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