Job summary
We are committed to providing high quality care for the people of Bradford, Airedale and Craven. Are You?
As a provider of care for people of all ages who have mental and/or community health needs we are dedicated to providing a high-quality service, close to where people live and as much as possible tailored to an individual's needs.
Are you a passionate about working with people and looking for a new and exciting challenge to develop your skills within an inpatient mental health care setting?
We are seeking creative and dynamic individuals to work collaboratively with service users and staff within our occupational therapy team structure, and integrating well into the multidisciplinary team on the wards. You will assist in the delivery of meaningful activity on the ward and within the local community, supporting recovery and transition from hospital to home. You will work collaboratively with the wider multi-disciplinary teams both on the ward and in the community. In addition, you will have opportunity to be involved in service development within the relevant area.
The vacancies will be based on our acute mental health wards based at both at Airedale Centre For Mental Health and Lynfield Mount Hospitals on the acute psychiatric wards, caring for males and females aged 18-65 who are experiencing acute mental illness.
Main duties of the job
The provision will incorporate a 7-day service with shift working to enhance the therapeutic offer for service users, and will include a combination of the following hours:
- Early Shift- 07:30 - 15:30
- Mid Shift- 09:00 - 17:00
- Late Shift- 12:00 - 20:00
Long days of 12 hours can also be considered
Closing date: 15th June 2025
Shortlisting: 17th June 2025
In Person Interview: 8th July 2025
About us
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -
We Care- We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference
We Listen- We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs
We Deliver- We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners
We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :
Increase mileage rates for > 3500
A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages
A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities
Plus many more.
We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT).
Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship set by the Home Office and the skilled worker visa occupation list.
If you are currently a visa holder and your visa status expires, we may be required to terminate your employment in compliance with immigration regulations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT).
Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship set by the Home Office and the skilled worker visa occupation list.
If you are currently a visa holder and your visa status expires, we may be required to terminate your employment in compliance with immigration regulations.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Numeracy and literacy skills at level 2
- NVQ III in care
Desirable
- QCF diploma level 1 or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in Adult Mental Health or Rehabilitation services
- Experience of delivering meaningful/therapeutic activity
- Experience of dealing with the public
Desirable
- Experience of planning and facilitating group sessions
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic knowledge of mental health conditions and the impact on an individual's function and motivation
Desirable
- Knowledge of the occupational therapy and activity service, and how this integrates with the clinical team on the inpatient ward
Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Numeracy and literacy skills at level 2
- NVQ III in care
Desirable
- QCF diploma level 1 or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in Adult Mental Health or Rehabilitation services
- Experience of delivering meaningful/therapeutic activity
- Experience of dealing with the public
Desirable
- Experience of planning and facilitating group sessions
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic knowledge of mental health conditions and the impact on an individual's function and motivation
Desirable
- Knowledge of the occupational therapy and activity service, and how this integrates with the clinical team on the inpatient ward
Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
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.
