Job summary
This post were developed following a recent Service restructure, where we focused on developing opportunities for career progression. The post holders will work across Cluster Two which is the Mid and North multi-disciplinary teams (MDT).

The Learning Disability Service is comprised of MDTs based across Devon offering a dynamic and friendly approach across community settings, supporting adults with a learning disability and complex needs (dual diagnosis / complex distressed behaviour) who are unable to access mainstream services.

Occupational Therapy is a large and well-respected profession within the Service. We have dedicated professional leadership, well established clinical supervision and have co-developed a 3-year Development Plan alongside our peers in the wider Trust with our Head of Profession.

Our work is integral to the Learning Disability Service Specialist Working Groups and evidence-based care pathways including Behaviours of Concern, Complex Health Needs, Dementia, Trauma Informed (including mental health) and Autism. Occupational Therapy contribute to MDT formulation and planning of Positive Behaviour Support Plans, Reducing Restrictive Practice, Stopping Over Medication of People with a Learning Disability, memory clinics and much more. We pro-actively work with the MDT contributing to care planning and risk management, and have a strong role in supporting quality of life outcomes and development of capable environments for adults with a learning disability.

Main duties of the job
Our core business as Occupational Therapists is specialist assessment and intervention and/or consultation and advice to promote engagement in meaningful occupations to maximise health and wellbeing. We enable people to be an active member of their home and local community, supporting reasonable adjustments to access mainstream services.

The post holder will have experience of managing a specialist caseload of adults with complex needs, and will have experience in utilising specialist evidence-based assessment and outcome measurement, and an interest in sensory processing assessment and intervention. We welcome applicants who will bring transferable skills and we support continuing professional development.

The post holder will provide management and clinical support to junior Occupational Therapy staff based within the team alongside Occupational Therapy students and apprentices. Therapists are encouraged to contribute to leadership, development and research in the Occupational Therapy service and in development of the clinical model within the Learning Disability Service.

Due to the large geographical area of work suitable access to transport will be required.

About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Details
Date posted
12 August 2026

Pay scheme
Agenda for change

Band
Band 6

Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year

Contract
Permanent

Working pattern
Full-time,
Part-time,
Flexible working

Reference number
C9369-26-0407-2

Job locations
Devon Partnership Trust
Phoenix Lane
Tiverton
Devon
EX16 6LB
United Kingdom

Okehampton Community Hospital
Cavell Way
Okehampton
Devon
EX20 1PN
United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification which will provide further information on this role.

Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification which will provide further information on this role.

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Experience of working with people with communication difficulties
• Experience in managing a diverse workload including those exhibiting distress and with complex disabilities
• Previous experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team including those within the wider support network of service users

Other
Essential

• Ability to travel throughout the geographical area covered by the Trust to meet the demands of the role

Qualifications
Essential

• Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy
• Valid state registration with the Health and Care Professions Council

Knowledge & Skills
Essential

• Demonstrate understanding of occupational performance and the role of the OT within a multidisciplinary team
• Understanding of government law and policy with regard to services for people with learning disabilities including guidance regarding people with complex distressed behaviour (Mental Health Act; DOLS; Safeguarding etc.)
• Highly developed risk assessment knowledge / skills

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Experience of working with people with communication difficulties
• Experience in managing a diverse workload including those exhibiting distress and with complex disabilities
• Previous experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team including those within the wider support network of service users

Other
Essential

• Ability to travel throughout the geographical area covered by the Trust to meet the demands of the role

Qualifications
Essential

• Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy
• Valid state registration with the Health and Care Professions Council

Knowledge & Skills
Essential

• Demonstrate understanding of occupational performance and the role of the OT within a multidisciplinary team
• Understanding of government law and policy with regard to services for people with learning disabilities including guidance regarding people with complex distressed behaviour (Mental Health Act; DOLS; Safeguarding etc.)
• Highly developed risk assessment knowledge / skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information
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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name
Devon Partnership NHS Trust

Address
Devon Partnership Trust
Phoenix Lane
Tiverton
Devon
EX16 6LB
United Kingdom

Employer's website
https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details
Employer name
Devon Partnership NHS Trust

Address
Devon Partnership Trust
Phoenix Lane
Tiverton
Devon
EX16 6LB
United Kingdom

Employer's website
https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Advanced Specialist Occupational Therapist
Patrick Woodman
patrick.woodman@nhs.net
07973738319

Details
Date posted
12 August 2026

Pay scheme
Agenda for change

Band
Band 6

Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year

Contract
Permanent

Working pattern
Full-time,
Part-time,
Flexible working

Reference number
C9369-26-0407-2

Job locations
Devon Partnership Trust
Phoenix Lane
Tiverton
Devon
EX16 6LB
United Kingdom

Okehampton Community Hospital
Cavell Way
Okehampton
Devon
EX20 1PN
United Kingdom

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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.