Band 7 Occupational Therapist Team Manager

Hunter Gatherer AHP are currently recruiting for an experienced Band 7 Occupational Therapist Team Manager to join a specialist inpatient service. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist with a background in mental health, learning disabilities, forensic services, or complex inpatient care to take on a leadership role within a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

Manage a specialist caseload of patients with complex Occupational Therapy needs.; Complete comprehensive Occupational Therapy and functional assessments.; Develop and deliver person-centred, evidence-based treatment plans.; Work collaboratively with patients, families, carers, and the wider multidisciplinary team.; Provide Occupational Therapy intervention across inpatient and community settings where required.; Provide clinical leadership and support the day-to-day delivery of the Occupational Therapy service.; Supervise, mentor, and support junior Occupational Therapists, assistants, and support staff.; Contribute to service development, clinical governance, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.; Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure effective communication across services.; Promote safe, effective practice in line with HCPC standards and Trust policies.; Support safeguarding, risk management, and the delivery of safe interventions for individuals with complex needs.

Requirements

HCPC registered Occupational Therapist.; Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.; Previous experience working within mental health, learning disability, forensic, or complex inpatient services.; Experience managing a specialist clinical caseload.; Strong understanding of recovery-focused and person-centred Occupational Therapy practice.; Experience providing clinical leadership, supervision, and support to junior staff.; Excellent communication and multidisciplinary team working skills.