Occupational Therapist
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 5BQ
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
4 September 2026
3 days left
Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Occupational Therapist to be part of the Home First service in Staffordshire. This is an integrated clinical ...
The post holder will be part of the Allied Health Professions (AHP) service providing Occupational Therapy and will work in a variety of settings.
This is a dynamic post that requires the post holder to work closely with uni/multi-disciplinary teams/agencies in addressing a range of care/support issues across the spectrum of conditions, preventing unnecessary hospital admissions and improving the health and wellbeing of the population served. The nature of the service will be determined by local service specifications
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Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent.
- Registration with HCPC/NMC
- Fieldwork educators accreditation
Desirable
- Modules at Masters level
- Evidence of further clinical study
- APPLE accreditation
- Leadership experience/qualification
- Membership of BAOT / COT
Experience
Essential
- Post qualification courses in working with older people and people with physical disabilities.
- Attendance at relevant clinical networks or Special Interest Groups
- Up to date field work/pre-registration student training.
Desirable
- Experience in Experience of using standardised assessments and outcome measures
- Experience of negotiation and conflict management in clinical situations.
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience to the role including assessment and interventions for a wide range of disabilities.
- Ability to manage time and caseload effectively
- Supporting service users, families and carers in dealing with the impact of disability and limiting life conditions
- Evaluate the outcomes of the individual's rehabilitation
- Discharge and transfer individuals where appropriate
- Support individuals to manage their condition/disability Identify and evaluate opportunities for innovation and improvement
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant NSF's and NICE guidance. Understanding of wider NHS agenda and its application to the local context.
- Continuing healthcare assessments
- An understanding of team dynamics
Attributes
Essential
- Be able to travel
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
14 August 2026
Last checked
18 August 2026
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