Job summary A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a newly developed Band 7 Clinical lead post within our forensic Occupational Therapy inpatient team. The Shaftesbury Clinic holds 52 beds within 4 wards including a male MSU a male LSU, a women's MSU and the newly developed unit for those with intellectual disabilities and autism. This Band 7 role has been created to form part of the forensic OT leadership team, providing clinical guidance and support to a team of Occupational therapists, technical instructors, clinical exercise therapists and activity support workers. We are fortunate to have a sizeable OT team of 17 staff, allowing a broad service offering to our patient group. We are looking for a highly skilled clinician with excellent communication skills to line manage and provide professional leadership to the OT department, participate in the development of the service through involvement in the Forensic Management Team and coordinate the Forensic Recovery College. Main duties of the job The team offer individual and group interventions to support physical and mental health as part of our patient's recovery journeys. The learning disabilities and neurodevelopmental part of the OT team are led by a clinical sensory specialist OT, and we are aiming to create parity through developing a leadership role within the mental health side of our service. Both pathways are closely supported by the Deputy Head of therapies for the forensic service line. The postholder will hold a clinical caseload as well as supporting the team in the development of clinical pathways and evidence-based group interventions. This post holds significant opportunity for development and innovation, while being held in the structure of a present and supportive leaderful team. The team places high value on continued professional development, with regular CPD and training opportunities About us We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good' - we aspire to be 'outstanding'. This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services as we invest a further £120m to upgrade and modernise our estate by 2027. We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together.We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do. We offer flexible working, career development and a variety ofbenefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive. Come and join our inclusive teams and help our patients on their recovery journey. Date posted 29 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £54,320 to £60,981 a year per annum inclusive of inner London HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 294-FASP-6970991-JB Job locations Springfield University Hospital 15 Springfield Drive London SW17 0YF Job description Job responsibilities To apply a high level of understanding of the effects of disability on occupational performance and provide training and advice on lifestyles changes and environmental solutions to the service users social and physical needs. To promote equality of outcome for service users that reflect their mental health needs and those of ethnicity, gender, culture physical health and age. To promote social inclusion and physical and mental well-being using evidence based practice. This is underpinned by the principles of hope and recovery, health promotion and relapse prevention. To independently manage a clinical caseload of service users with complex mental health needs, taking on the role of care co-ordinator and/or vocational lead where relevant. To identify occupational therapy goals as part of the overall care plan, using specialist mental health and occupational therapy assessments, including Model of Human Occupation (MOHO) tools. To exercise independent clinical professional judgement in complex clinical cases and difficult clinical situation, referring to team members when necessary. To consider both physical and mental health needs as part of the occupational therapy process. To plan and implement specialist individual and/or group interventions collaboratively, to enable service users to achieve valued goals and satisfactory occupational performance outcome. To identify any significant risk factors in line with local policies, with support from senior staff Job description Job responsibilities To apply a high level of understanding of the effects of disability on occupational performance and provide training and advice on lifestyles changes and environmental solutions to the service users social and physical needs. To promote equality of outcome for service users that reflect their mental health needs and those of ethnicity, gender, culture physical health and age. To promote social inclusion and physical and mental well-being using evidence based practice. This is underpinned by the principles of hope and recovery, health promotion and relapse prevention. To independently manage a clinical caseload of service users with complex mental health needs, taking on the role of care co-ordinator and/or vocational lead where relevant. To identify occupational therapy goals as part of the overall care plan, using specialist mental health and occupational therapy assessments, including Model of Human Occupation (MOHO) tools. To exercise independent clinical professional judgement in complex clinical cases and difficult clinical situation, referring to team members when necessary. To consider both physical and mental health needs as part of the occupational therapy process. To plan and implement specialist individual and/or group interventions collaboratively, to enable service users to achieve valued goals and satisfactory occupational performance outcome. To identify any significant risk factors in line with local policies, with support from senior staff Person Specification Training and Qualifications Essential Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy Registration to practice in the UK Evidence of post registration training relevant to mental health practice Training in the theory and application of the model of human occupation within the first 4 months of appointment Desirable Practice placement educators course within one year of appointment Leadership and/or management training Experience Essential Experience of carrying a caseload of service users with complex and diverse needs in a mental health setting. Experience of working in an inter-professional team. Experience of working within a multi-agency environment. Experience of working in a multi-cultural context Experience of supervising junior staff Experience of maintaining a written record of continual professional development Desirable Experience of working in a range of mental health settings Experience of working as an occupational therapist in a forensic mental health in-patient setting. Experience of being a practice placement educator Knowledge and Skills Essential Highly developed interpersonal skills enabling therapeutic alliances to be developed & maintained with service users who have multiple & complex needs Basic word processing and IT skills Ability to enable staff to develop & apply their knowledge & skills in practice Good personal management skills in order to manage a clinical caseload & varied workload Ability to apply equal opportunities & anti-discriminatory interventions that respect the service users' customs, values & spiritual beliefs Desirable Ability to use British Sign Language (formal training or native language) Working knowledge of model of human occupation tools Person Specification Training and Qualifications Essential Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy Registration to practice in the UK Evidence of post registration training relevant to mental health practice Training in the theory and application of the model of human occupation within the first 4 months of appointment Desirable Practice placement educators course within one year of appointment Leadership and/or management training Experience Essential Experience of carrying a caseload of service users with complex and diverse needs in a mental health setting. Experience of working in an inter-professional team. Experience of working within a multi-agency environment. Experience of working in a multi-cultural context Experience of supervising junior staff Experience of maintaining a written record of continual professional development Desirable Experience of working in a range of mental health settings Experience of working as an occupational therapist in a forensic mental health in-patient setting. Experience of being a practice placement educator Knowledge and Skills Essential Highly developed interpersonal skills enabling therapeutic alliances to be developed & maintained with service users who have multiple & complex needs Basic word processing and IT skills Ability to enable staff to develop & apply their knowledge & skills in practice Good personal management skills in order to manage a clinical caseload & varied workload Ability to apply equal opportunities & anti-discriminatory interventions that respect the service users' customs, values & spiritual beliefs Desirable Ability to use British Sign Language (formal training or native language) Working knowledge of model of human occupation tools 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications 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). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications 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). 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 South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust Address Springfield University Hospital 15 Springfield Drive London SW17 0YF Employer's website https://www.swlstg.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)