Occupational Therapy Specialist in Learning Disability Services

19 hours ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust Full time

About Us

We are Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust, a diverse organization providing inpatient and community-based mental health care to approximately 1.8 million people living in Bath and North East Somerset, Bristol, North Somerset, South Gloucestershire, Swindon, across the county of Wiltshire, and parts of Dorset.

We are committed to promoting mental health and wellbeing, and our outstanding people strive to deliver person-centered care. We recognize that happy and fulfilled employees give better care, which is why we actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

About the Job

This exciting career opportunity is for an exceptional Occupational Therapist to lead our new inpatient mental health service and outreach team. As a Clinical Lead, you will be responsible for developing and delivering high-quality occupational therapy services to people with learning disabilities and autism.

You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide evidence-based occupational therapy interventions, including sensory assessments and interventions. You will also have the opportunity to develop your leadership skills and contribute to the growth of our expertise in learning disabilities and neurodiversity.

As a member of our project team, you will be instrumental in shaping the clinical and operational model for the inpatient service. We offer a supportive environment where you can grow professionally and personally.

Your Responsibilities

  • Develop and deliver high-quality occupational therapy services to people with learning disabilities and autism.
  • Lead a multidisciplinary team to provide evidence-based occupational therapy interventions.
  • Contribute to the growth of our expertise in learning disabilities and neurodiversity.
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement effective care plans.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist with postgraduate experience working with people with learning disabilities and autism. You should have experience leading teams and collaborating with healthcare professionals. You will be a confident communicator with excellent report-writing skills and the ability to adapt communication styles to meet individual needs.

Salary and Benefits

A competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus benefits such as a pension scheme, annual leave, and training opportunities.



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