Job summary
This is an exciting internal opportunity to work within a well-established, staffed and resourced and respected Occupational Therapy service with patients with a primary diagnosis of server mental illness or personality disorder.

The post will be based within the high security, forensic hospital environment and offers a great development opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to develop their skills. The hospital has moved to a new bespoke hospital is the most modern high security forensic hospital in the country. The hospital focuses on innovative care to a challenging and interesting patient group. We have a strong commitment to multi-professional working within the clinical team, focussing on reducing risk and offending behaviours.

We are looking to recruit a resourceful, motivated Occupational Therapist, experienced in forensic settings who enjoys new challenges. Experience in using the VdT MoCA is essential

Main duties of the job
The post holder will take be responsible for one ward and will work with Occupational Therapy Assistant in all the sessions with patients. The Occupational Therapy service work together to offer groups and individual treatment goals for patients and are valued member of the multi-disciplinary team.

The hospital offers a variety of services which meet the changing needs of patients at every stage of their recovery. The Occupational Therapist work in close collaboration with vocational work areas, a health and fitness team and a recovery college, as well as the work carried out by other Allied Health Professionals.

About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.

Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.

The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.

The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.

Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached.

The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Qualifications and Training
Essential

• BSc (Hons) or equivalent occupational therapy qualification
• HCPC Registration
• Evidence of post-graduate training in mental health
• Clinical supervision training
• Qualifications and TrainingBSc (Hons) or equivalent occupational therapy qualification HCPC Registered Evidence of post-graduate training in mental health Clinical supervision training Practice placement supervision training BACOT registered or other Indemnity Insurance in place.
• BACOT registered or other Indemnity Insurance in place.

Desirable

• Management/Leadership training
• Accredited Practice placement supervision training
• Coaching skills

Experience
Essential

• Minimum of 2 years post qualification experience as an Occupational Therapist
• Clear indication of an interest in the relevant MH area
• In-patient or community mental health OT clinical experience
• Supervision of O.T.s and support staff
• Supervision of O.T. students on practice placement
• Use of the Activity Participation Outcome Measure- APOM
• Experience in the use of the VdT MoCA as a model of practice
• Demonstrated involvement in service development
• To provide leadership to junior staff
• To write local operational protocols or group protocols in collaboration with others.

Desirable

• Experience of specific mental health speciality
• Understanding of the needs of the particular patients within setting
• Supporting effective change management within teams
• Experience of line managing staff
• Research and audit experience
• Experience in Service or treatment audit

Knowledge
Essential

• Applied Knowledge of NSF and changes within wider NHS relevant to Mental Health
• Awareness and knowledge of factors specifically relating to O.T. within the particular setting
• Demonstrated application of Risk assessment and management in clinical practice.
• Understanding and clinical application of Model of Human Occupation and or other relevant models of practice
• Working knowledge and application of clinical governance
• To assimilate OT research into OT interventions
• Able to demonstrate a strong professional identity
• Able to communicate and negotiate effectively with staff at all levels.
• Able to commit to and work effectively within teams, MDT, and profession specific
• Ability to work autonomously
• Effective leadership skills
• Good motivational techniques and abilities.
• Clear effective planning and decision-making skills
• Able to maintain the profile of occupational therapy within a multidisciplinary setting
• Able to contribute to in-service training.
• Able to establish good working relationships across the Trust and other agencies.
• Demonstrates the ability to professionally role model, empower and motivate staff.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the Model of Creative Ability- MoCA
• Knowledge of the APOM assessment
• Knowledge of OT standardised assessments such as AMPS and ESI
• Computer Literacy
• Good organisational skills and time management
• Presentation and teaching skills

Other Requirements
Essential

• Ability to reflect, identify and take responsibility for continuing professional development (CPD)
• Understand the need for and actively participates in own supervision and constructive use of feedback
• High levels of initiative, innovation and self-motivation
• Commitment to client-centred, non-discriminatory practice
• Non-discriminatory practice

Desirable

• Membership of a Special Interest Group e.g. RCOT SS Mental Health
• Willingness to participate in rotation schemes where relevant
• Able to demonstrate a strong professional identity

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.