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Occupational Therapist - Adult Learning Disabilities

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Pool, TR15 3QE

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

8 September 2026

8 days left

Job description

This post is open to newly qualified professionals and those returning to practice, and we welcome applications from individuals at the start of their...

You will have or develop the knowledge to use Model of Human Occupation and associated assessments to identify person centred needs and guide your Occupational Therapy practice, including assessment, planning, implementing and reviewing .

You will develop knowledge and skills of effective approaches for adults with a learning disability under the guidance of senior staff.

You will liaise with clients, families, members of the MDT and other agencies.

You will complete reports in an accessible format to ensure Occupational Therapy recommendations are understood and implemented.

You will provide training to clients and carers about how to facilitate purposeful engagement in selfcare, productivity and leisure activities .

You will facilitate safe and effective discharge from the Learning Disability team.

You will participate in the planning, development and evaluation of Occupational therapy services for adults with a learning disability

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 5,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 10 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.

Education/Qualification and Relevant Experience

Essential

  • Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy
  • Health Care Professions Council registration
  • Experience of working within a relevant clinical setting

Desirable

  • Experience of working with people with learning disabilities

Skills and aptitude

Essential

  • Skills in clinical assessment, intervention and evaluation
  • Ability to engage people who have significant communication impairments
  • Willingness to work with people who have behaviours that challenge
  • Able to communicate sensitively and effectively with service users and carers
  • Able to manage a caseload, with supervision and support, balancing conflicting demands and prioritising as required

Desirable

  • Presentation skills

Knowledge and abilities

Essential

  • Understanding of the roles of colleagues in health and social care

Desirable

  • Knowledge and experience of using MOHO and associated assessments
  • Some knowledge of current legislation, national policies and guidance relevant to people with a learning disability

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

26 August 2026

Last checked

28 August 2026

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About the employer

CPN
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

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