Job summaryRotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Occupational Therapist Adult Mental Health InpatientThe closing date is 23 October 2026
Job summaryThe Occupational Therapist provides specialist assessment and therapeutic interventions to support recovery, independence and wellbeing for adults receiving inpatient mental health care. Working within the multidisciplinary team, they promote engagement in meaningful activities, assess functional abilities, support discharge planning and help patients develop skills needed for successful community living.
Main duties of the jobThe Occupational Therapist provides specialist assessment and therapeutic interventions to support recovery and independence for adults receiving inpatient mental health care. Key duties include undertaking functional assessments, delivering individual and group interventions, promoting engagement in meaningful activities, supporting discharge planning, working within the multidisciplinary team, and facilitating safe transitions back into the community.
About usRotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/about-us/getting-involved/work-with-us/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
DetailsDate posted: 09 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 376-NLTT-0281
Job locations: Great Oaks, 97 Ashby High Street, Scunthorpe, DN16 2JX, United Kingdom
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Job responsibilitiesPlease view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council.
- Practice Placement Educator qualification or willingness to complete required training
- Willingness to undertake post-registration or postgraduate learning relevant to the service area.
ExperienceEssential- Appropriate demonstrable post-registration experience, including experience within mental health services or a relevant clinical area.
- Experience of assessing occupational needs and delivering individual and group occupational therapy interventions.
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team and liaising with partner agencies.
- Experience of supervising or supporting junior staff, students or support staff.
- Experience of contributing to audit, service evaluation or quality improvement activity.
- Experience of contributing to audit, service evaluation or quality improvement activity.
- Experience across a range of mental health settings or crisis/community services
Desirable- Documented evidence of continuing professional development.
KnowledgeEssential- Specialist knowledge and application of occupational therapy assessments and interventions relevant to the client group.
- Understanding of occupational therapy outcome measures and their use in practice.
- Detailed knowledge of mental health legislation, care planning processes and current mental health practice.
- Knowledge of recovery-focused, trauma-informed and person-centred approaches to care.
- Applied knowledge of risk assessment, risk management and safeguarding within community mental health practice.
- Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and safe lone/community working practice.
- Knowledge of clinical governance and its application to practice, audit and service evaluation.
- Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues and apply professional standards to clinical decision-making.
SkillsEssential- Demonstrable clinical skills in individual and group occupational therapy assessment and intervention.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to organise, prioritise and respond efficiently to complex and rapidly changing information.
- Ability to work autonomously, manage own caseload and seek supervision appropriately.
- Ability to build effective multidisciplinary, interagency and community working relationships.
- Effective problem-solving and clinical reasoning skills
- Presentation, teaching, training and facilitation skills.
- Computer literacy and ability to use electronic clinical record systems.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council.
- Practice Placement Educator qualification or willingness to complete required training
- Willingness to undertake post-registration or postgraduate learning relevant to the service area.
ExperienceEssential- Appropriate demonstrable post-registration experience, including experience within mental health services or a relevant clinical area.
- Experience of assessing occupational needs and delivering individual and group occupational therapy interventions.
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team and liaising with partner agencies.
- Experience of supervising or supporting junior staff, students or support staff.
- Experience of contributing to audit, service evaluation or quality improvement activity.
- Experience of contributing to audit, service evaluation or quality improvement activity.
- Experience across a range of mental health settings or crisis/community services
Desirable- Documented evidence of continuing professional development.
KnowledgeEssential- Specialist knowledge and application of occupational therapy assessments and interventions relevant to the client group.
- Understanding of occupational therapy outcome measures and their use in practice.
- Detailed knowledge of mental health legislation, care planning processes and current mental health practice.
- Knowledge of recovery-focused, trauma-informed and person-centred approaches to care.
- Applied knowledge of risk assessment, risk management and safeguarding within community mental health practice.
- Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and safe lone/community working practice.
- Knowledge of clinical governance and its application to practice, audit and service evaluation.
- Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues and apply professional standards to clinical decision-making.
SkillsEssential- Demonstrable clinical skills in individual and group occupational therapy assessment and intervention.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to organise, prioritise and respond efficiently to complex and rapidly changing information.
- Ability to work autonomously, manage own caseload and seek supervision appropriately.
- Ability to build effective multidisciplinary, interagency and community working relationships.
- Effective problem-solving and clinical reasoning skills
- Presentation, teaching, training and facilitation skills.
- Computer literacy and ability to use electronic clinical record systems.
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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).
Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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).
Employer detailsEmployer name: Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address: Great Oaks, 97 Ashby High Street, Scunthorpe, DN16 2JX, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer detailsEmployer name: Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address: Great Oaks, 97 Ashby High Street, Scunthorpe, DN16 2JX, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Mulberry Ward Manager
Hasan Qasim
hasan.qasim@nhs.net
DetailsDate posted: 09 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 376-NLTT-0281
Job locations: Great Oaks, 97 Ashby High Street, Scunthorpe, DN16 2JX, United Kingdom
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