Senior Occupational Therapist - Acute

Location Crawley
Job type Permanent
Salary £35,360 - 40,588 per year
Consultant Craig Osborne
Call +44 7533 049397
Reference 224676

Senior Occupational Therapist Opportunity – Acute Team

Sanctuary Personnel is excited to offer an excellent opportunity for an experienced and dedicated Senior Occupational Therapist to join a well-established healthcare provider’s Acute team in Crawley. The provider is known for delivering high-quality care within the mental health and complex care sector, with a strong focus on compassion, quality of service, and innovation.

Why Join This Team?

  • Competitive Salary: £35,360 - £40,588 per annum
  • Generous Leave: 33 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays) – plus your birthday off
  • Complimentary meals and on-site parking
  • Wellbeing Support: Initiatives to promote a great work-life balance
  • Career Development: Ongoing training and growth opportunities
  • Financial Security: Pension contributions and life assurance
  • Enhanced maternity package for family support
  • Additional perks, including exclusive retail discounts, car leasing without credit checks, holiday financing, and more

About the Client
Our client is a leading provider of mental health, neurological, and complex care services across the UK. They are committed to providing the highest standard of care in supportive and safe environments, enabling individuals to regain their independence and live fulfilling lives. As an employee, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization that values teamwork, staff development, and compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities

  • Communicate effectively with clinicians, managers, directors, service users, carers, families, stakeholders, and external agencies
  • Provide compassionate leadership to junior staff, including support staff and assistants
  • Facilitate and oversee occupational therapy student placements
  • Conduct appraisals and develop personal development plans for junior team members
  • Develop and implement effective policies, protocols, and care pathways aligned with best practices

What We’re Looking For

  • Qualified Occupational Therapist with a recognized professional qualification
  • HCPC Registration (Health and Care Professions Council)
  • Substantial post-qualification clinical experience in adult services
  • Expertise in occupational therapy models, assessment, and treatment approaches
  • Strong clinical reasoning skills and specialist knowledge in assessment and intervention models
  • Proven leadership skills and experience mentoring or supervising junior staff

Ready to Advance Your Career?
This Senior Occupational Therapist role is an excellent opportunity to lead and inspire within a progressive Acute team. Sanctuary Personnel invites you to apply today and take the next step in your professional journey with a leading healthcare provider.

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