Occupational Therapist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Salford, M6 8HDView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043
Contract
Secondment
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
30 October 2026
10 days leftJob description
The postholder will be based in a 15 bedded, mixed sex mental health level 2 rehabilitation ward. You will work under the supervision of a Band 6 OT w...
To complete comprehensive Occupational therapy assessments using the Model of Human Occupation.
To collaboratively develop service user occupational formulation.
To collaboratively develop service user goals.
To devise and implement a treatment plan to work towards goals identified.
To continuously evaluate and adapt treatment plan accordingly.
To provide evidence based 1:1 and group interventions.
To work within the MDT to ensure a team approach to support service user to achieve goals in the least restrictive setting.
To identify service user functional level and make recommendations regarding ongoing rehabilitation goals and/or support needs to ensure timely, sustainable discharge.
To provide line management and clinical supervision to OTA.
To actively participate in clinical supervision
To actively participate in providing and receiving training.
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 120 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Education
Essential: - Diploma/degree in Occuaptional therapy; - HCPC registration
Experience
Essential
- Relevant and range of clinical experience working in mental health settings either on placement or within employment
- Application of the Occupational Therapy process in a mental health setting
- Working within a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of planning and facilitating a range of 1:1 and group interventions
Desirable
- Clinical experience within mental health rehabilitation setting
- Experience of working with partnership agencies including statutory and third sector.
- Experience of supervising other staff members or OT students
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Model of Human Occupation and its application within mental health settings
- Knowledge and application of OT assessment, treatment planning, delivery and evaluation in a mental health setting.
- Understanding of the nature of mental health conditions and how they can impact on service user functioning and recovery.
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of mental health act, other relevant legislation and current mental health issues.
- Ability to demonstrate a knowledge of risk and risk management.
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously, set own prioritises and manage time effectively.
- Ability to establish rapport and motivate service users whilst maintaining clear professional boundaries.
- Effective written and oral communication skills including ability to write and produce detailed assessments and reports.
- Able to report back at professional meetings service user outcomes and progress.
Desirable: - Supervise and manage junior staff.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
15 October 2026
Last checked
19 October 2026
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