About this role
Job summary
Come and join one of the UKs largest independent providers in neuro and mental healthcare. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.
Active Care Group is one of the UKs leading providers of specialist care and support, delivering high-quality services for adults and young people with complex needs. We are committed to person-centred care toward Recovery. With a strong focus on clinical excellence, compassion, and continuous improvement, we support our teams through ongoing training, career development, and a positive, inclusive working culture.
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Senior Occupational Therapist to join the established Therapy Team at Holybourne Hospital.
The successful candidate is looking at an August start date.
Main duties of the job
Come and join one of the UKs largest independent providers in neuro and mental healthcare. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.
Active Care Group is one of the UKs leading providers of specialist care and support, delivering high-quality services for adults and young people with complex needs. We are committed to person-centred care toward Recovery. With a strong focus on clinical excellence, compassion, and continuous improvement, we support our teams through ongoing training, career development, and a positive, inclusive working culture.
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Senior Occupational Therapist to join the established Therapy Team at Holybourne Hospital.
The successful candidate is looking at an August start date.
As part of our multi-disciplinary team (mdt), you will contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of therapeutic interventions that support recovery, promote functional independence, and enhance overall wellbeing. As part of this, you will be part of mdt forums such as team meetings and ward rounds.
You will be primarily based in the new Psychiatric Intensive Care (PICU) unit.
There will also be requirement and opportunity to apply your skills to the attached Acute Wards anda specialist Mental Health Residential Service providing rehabilitation, care and support to vulnerable people with complex mental health conditions.
About us Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.
Job description Job responsibilities
The role:
Key Responsibilities:
With support of the Head of Therapies, to develop and embed the Occupational Therapy model within the PICU and Residential Service To undertake comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments using a range of methods including functional assessment, sensory profiling, observation, interviews and standardised outcome measures To develop person-centred formulation and intervention plans that promote independence, recovery and meaningful engagement in daily activities To deliver and evaluate evidence-based individual and group Occupational Therapy interventions To contribute to risk assessment, risk management and care planning within the MDT To assess and support service users with activities of daily living, emotional regulation, sensory needs, vocational goals and community integration To provide recommendations and guidance on therapeutic environments, activity programmes and occupation-focused interventions To produce high-quality clinical documentation To support and guide colleagues in delivering reports and outcome measures in line with professional standards occupationally informed and recovery-focused interventions To contribute to clinical governance, audit, service development and staff training To maintain HCPC registration, CPD and compliance with regulatory and organisational standards To participate in clinical and line management supervision
What to look forward to:
25 days plus bank holidays Birthday off Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Is a qualified and registered Occupational Therapist (HCPC registration required).
Experience Essential
Has at least two years post-qualification experience. Has strong interest in Adult Mental Health. Can work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team Can, with support of Head of Therapy, develop PICU and community pathway Demonstrates excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills. Is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care. Can supervise a Band 5 Occupational Therapist and Occupational Therapy Assistants
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.
Employer details Employer name Active Care Group
Address Roehampton - Holybourne Hospital
London
Greater London
SW15 4JD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)