Job Title: Occupational Therapist - Mental Health Setting
Location: Coventry
Type: Permanent
Shift Pattern: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £28,407 - £34,501 per annum (depending on experience)
About the Role:
Sanctuary Personnel are currently seeking a dedicated and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our client's team in a leading mental health hospital, located in a picturesque village on the outskirts of Solihull and Coventry. This is an excellent opportunity to work across three specialist wards within their Rehabilitation & Recovery service, which supports 31 inpatients.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions, both individually and in group settings, to patients with serious mental health conditions and complex needs. You will play a key role in supporting patients to enhance their independence, develop essential life skills, and manage their recovery journey.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct OT assessments and deliver tailored interventions.
- Lead group therapy sessions focusing on life skills, substance misuse, relapse prevention, and well-being.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to identify and address patients' occupational needs.
- Record, observe, and report on patient progress, ensuring any concerns are promptly communicated and documented.
- Ensure clinical records and computerised information systems are accurately maintained.
About You:
They are looking for an Occupational Therapist who is values-led, resourceful, and has a strong passion for working in mental health. You should possess the following:
- A degree in Occupational Therapy (MSc pre-registration or BSc) with HCPC registration.
- Experience in mental health settings, particularly within inpatient services, is highly desirable.
- Confidence in leading both 1:1 and group therapy sessions.
- A proactive, creative, and compassionate approach to patient care.
- Experience in supervising and managing junior colleagues is an advantage but not essential.
What They Offer:
- Support from two Occupational Therapy Assistants.
- A dedicated OT department with facilities including a gym, ADL kitchen, computer room, and therapy room.
- Active involvement within the OT professional network.
- Opportunities for career development and further training.
- Competitive salary package.
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata).
- An additional day of leave for your birthday.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- DBS check cost coverage.
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing CPD training.
- Free on-site parking.
- Subsidised meals on duty (£1 per meal).
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Access to an online benefits and cashback rewards platform.
If you are passionate about making a difference in mental health rehabilitation and recovery, we would love to hear from you. Apply today through Sanctuary Personnel to join a supportive and dynamic team where your skills and experience will be valued and nurtured.
