Band 6 Occupational Therapist
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
Ipswich, IP4 5PD
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
7 September 2026
7 days left
Job description
Are you interested in joining an established inpatient mental health Allied Health Professionals team? We are looking for a band 6 OT to join our team...
Discharge and transition planning
Working 1-1 or in groups to rebuild skills and routines that support recovery
Adapting interventions to take mental state, functional ability and risk into account
MDT working
Leadership and supervision for members of the AHP team and students. This may include being a preceptor or a mentor for an apprentice OT.
Assessment and prescription of mobility equipment, working alongside the team Physiotherapist.
Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!
At Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, inclusion is at the heart of how we work. We are committed to creating a fair, transparent and accessible recruitment process where every candidate has the opportunity to succeed.
We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds, particularly those currently underrepresented in our workforce, including those from the global majority. We recognise that not everyone has equal access to opportunities and are working to address this.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and ensuring all candidates receive a positive and equitable experience.
Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.
Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc/MSc or diploma in Occupational Therapy
- Registered with the HCPC
Desirable
- Practice Educator qualification
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel independently
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience in mental health
Desirable
- Experience working in a range of mental health settings.
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate leadership skills
Desirable
- Experience in running therapeutic groups
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
24 August 2026
Last checked
26 August 2026
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