About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our Memory Protection Service based at Monkwearmouth Hospital in Sunderland on a fixed term basis to cover maternity leave.
The Memory Protection Service is a dementia service for those in South of Tyne and Wear referred for memory assessment. The Service covers 3 localities; Sunderland, South Tyneside and Gateshead and offers comprehensive assessment and diagnosis.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be working into the homes of older adults to provide a comprehensive assessment to aid diagnosis and manage risk.
The successful therapist will be required to work as an autonomous practitioner although you will closely work with members of the Occupational Therapy team and multi-disciplinary colleagues. We require a highly motivated Occupational Therapist with the ability to work independently and with a commitment to their own personal and professional development. Regular supervision and support will be provided.
The post holder will be expected to demonstrate a good working knowledge of theories, models and approaches relevant to this clinical setting, as well as a good understanding of a range of clinical conditions related to Older People's mental health, cognitive impairment and dementia.
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be responsible for the assessment and management of a caseload of service users who present with a variety of complex Occupational Therapy needs. This will involve working closely with the multidisciplinary team and other agencies as well as providing advice support and education for service users, carers and families. You will contribute to service development and in service training.
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 4th September 2026
Closing date : 18th September 2026
We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification Essential
Recognised Occupational therapy degree/ qualification HCPC registration Evidence of post-registration training in OT interventions relevant to the post.
Desirable
Member of Royal College of Occupational Therapy
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Proven track record of post registration experience relevant to the post Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, HCPC and RCOT standards and other local and national initiatives Experience of working within in a multi disciplinary team Experience of providing occupational therapy services Experience of collaborative working across agencies and professional disciplines. Proven ability to manage a clinical caseload in a flexible manner as required.
Desirable
Experience working in a community setting Service User and Carer Involvement Experience using the Model of Human occupation Experience supervising students / non registered staff
Additional requirements Essential
Ability to meet the mobility and geographical requirements of the post
Skills and Competencies Essential
Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive assessments of individuals with complex needs Risk assessment and risk management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Effective interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively with other professionals using a multi-agency approach. Ability to work autonomously and within a team.
Desirable
Delegation skills. Teaching/Presentation skills.
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.
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 Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust
Address Monkwearmouth Hospital
Newcastle Road
Sunderland
SR5 1NB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)