Occupational Therapist

Band 5 Locum Occupational Therapist - Mental Health Service

Contract:

Full Time, 3 Months, Start ASAP

Role Overview

* We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join the Luton Inpatient Acute Mental Health Service.

* In this role, you will provide specialist Occupational Therapy assessment and interventions for adults within the unit, supporting recovery through person-centred, goal-focused practice.

Key Responsibilities

* Deliver specialist OT assessments and interventions using tools based on the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO).

* Support individuals in achieving goals across self-care, productivity, and leisure.

* Contribute to effective discharge planning through comprehensive assessment and collaborative care planning.

* Deliver 1:1 sessions, group interventions, and community-focused support.

* Work as part of a well-established multi-disciplinary team to enhance and develop the OT programme both on the ward and within community pathways.

Support & Development

* Structured and supportive induction programme.

* Opportunity to complete preceptorship if not already achieved.

* Regular managerial and professional supervision.

* Monthly OT CPD events and opportunities to contribute to service development and quality improvement.

* Access to ongoing training and professional development through the appraisal process.

We’re looking for someone who is:

* HCPC-registered (or eligible) Occupational Therapist.

* Passionate about recovery-focused mental health care.

* A collaborative team player with strong communication skills.

* Enthusiastic about service improvement and professional growth