Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
About
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes. We focus on delivering care as close to home as possible.
Key details
Location
Site: Marlborough House Medium Secure Unit
Address: Standing Way
Town: Milton Keynes
Postcode: MK6 5LD
Major / Minor Region: Oxfordshire
Contract type & working pattern
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (8.30am - 4.30pm, Monday to Friday)
Salary
Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 plus RSU allowance of £1,446 per annum | pro rata & £3,500 bonus
Salary period: Yearly
Grade: (Band 6)
Specialty
Main area
Forensic Services
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust has been rated as Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). We are a responsive and innovative Foundation Trust that places our values of Caring, Safe and Excellent at the heart of everything we do.
Job overview
Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding opportunity?
We're recruiting for a Senior Occupational Therapist at Marlborough House in Milton Keynes, a 28-bedded male medium secure forensic unit. The unit comprises of 2 wards, an acute assessment ward and a rehabilitation-focused ward. We are an innovative service, developing and strengthening our provision to include a wide spectrum of interventions including sensory assessments, vocational opportunities, and links with the Recovery College.
You'll provide evidence-based, client-centred interventions, manage a varied caseload, and lead junior staff. You'll also play a key role in a multidisciplinary team, shaping service development while supporting recovery-focused care.
This role is eligible for an incentive scheme of £3,500 and includes an RSU allowance of £1,446 per annum on top of your salary.
Please note if you are based outside of the UK you will need to hold HCPC registration in order to be considered for this role.
Advert
* Manage a varied and, at times, complex case load.
* Provide occupational therapy that is evidence-based and follows client-centred principles.
* Provide leadership for junior/non-registered staff through supervision and appraisal.
* Participate in the planning, development and evaluation of the Occupational Therapy service.
* Participate effectively as a full member of the multi-disciplinary team.
* Contribute to the maintenance and development of the trust-wide Occupational Therapy service.
* Actively participate in the education of occupational therapy students.
* Engage in teaching/presentations of specialist skills within the Trust.
Working for our organisation
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
* Excellent opportunities for career progression
* Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
* 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
* NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
* Competitive pension scheme
* Lease car scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Mental Health First Aiders
* Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
* Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will need to use the “supporting statement” element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role.
* All new starters have a thorough induction process, both local and Trust wide.
* Appointment to this post is subject to satisfactory references covering 3 years of employment or study.
* We’re advocates of flexible working and many of our roles offer a range of employment options.
* Employees are expected to undertake mandatory and statutory training related to their role.
* We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Professional registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
* Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
Experience
Essential criteria
* Experience of working in mental health as an Occupational Therapist, preferably within forensics
* Extensive clinical experience including individual and group work
Skills
Essential criteria
* Effective written and verbal communication skills
* Supervisory skills and/or appraisal skills
Further details / informal visits contact
Name: Jo Brooker
Job title: Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist
Email address: [email protected]
Telephone number: 07780 485774
We would recommend you come for a visit or have an informal discussion about this opportunity.
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