Job summary An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dynamic Senior Occupational Therapist (Band 6) to join the Fylde & Wyre Community Mental Health Team. Although the post will be based in Lytham St Annes it will also cover a wider geographical area within the Fylde Coast South and South East of Blackpool. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the occupational role within the Team as part of a multi-disciplinary community mental health team. You will be supported by the Clinical Specialist OT to provide an occupational perspective to the multi-disciplinary team. As part of the team, you will have a caseload of services users suitable for occupational therapy, and you will take the lead with those with predominantly occupational needs. You will provide specialist occupational therapy assessment, formulation and intervention to those with complex occupational, functional or vocational needs. Your role will also involve the provision of support and advice to the multi-disciplinary team through consultancy, to ensure service users occupational needs are considered and met. A car owner/driver is essential for this role. Main duties of the job We are looking to recruit an occupational therapist that has a keen interest and a passion for occupational therapy in mental health, with at least 2 years post registration experience and at least 1 years' experience in a relevant mental health setting. You will have excellent communication skills, sound clinical reasoning and a strong understanding of the occupational therapy role within recovery. You will receive regular supervision, access to CPD opportunities and be part of a supportive occupational therapy network. As part of our ongoing support to under graduates, you will be expected to take on the role of student educator throughout the academic year. For further information please contact;Matt St John, Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist on 01253 951781 or e-mail Matt.st-johnlscft.nhs.uk Or Garry Burrill, Fylde & Wyre Team Manager on 01253 951355 or e-mail Garry.burrilllscft.nhs.uk About us Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care. The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area. Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview. For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT. Date posted 12 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 351-FYL586-MF Job locations Fylde and Wyre Fleetwood FY8 1YB Job description Job responsibilities For more details on this vacancy please review the attached job description and person specification. Job description Job responsibilities For more details on this vacancy please review the attached job description and person specification. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma/BSC (Hons) in Occupational Therapy (OT) State registered with Health Professionals Council. Post Graduate training relevant to mental health work in appropriate speciality Documented evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) Practice Placement Qualification (Undergraduate OT student educator) within 1 year of appointment Knowledge Essential Detailed knowledge of how mental health problems impact on occupational performance and how occupational therapy theory informs practice within community mental health settings Knowledge of current best practice in community mental health and awareness of relevant government directives and legislation Specialist knowledge and application of OT assessments and interventions using expert level clinical reasoning. Knowledge of current research in specialist area and ability to implement into practice. Detailed knowledge of relevant legislation and its impact on current practice Experience Essential 2 years post registration experience with at least 1 years in mental health setting (one year of which will be in relevant specialist area) Familiarity with audit processes Use of evidence-based practice Extensive clinical experiences including individual and group work in mental health specialties Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma/BSC (Hons) in Occupational Therapy (OT) State registered with Health Professionals Council. Post Graduate training relevant to mental health work in appropriate speciality Documented evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) Practice Placement Qualification (Undergraduate OT student educator) within 1 year of appointment Knowledge Essential Detailed knowledge of how mental health problems impact on occupational performance and how occupational therapy theory informs practice within community mental health settings Knowledge of current best practice in community mental health and awareness of relevant government directives and legislation Specialist knowledge and application of OT assessments and interventions using expert level clinical reasoning. Knowledge of current research in specialist area and ability to implement into practice. Detailed knowledge of relevant legislation and its impact on current practice Experience Essential 2 years post registration experience with at least 1 years in mental health setting (one year of which will be in relevant specialist area) Familiarity with audit processes Use of evidence-based practice Extensive clinical experiences including individual and group work in mental health specialties 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. 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. 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 Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust Address Fylde and Wyre Fleetwood FY8 1YB Employer's website https://www.lscft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)