Occupational Therapist

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

The closing date is 25 January 2026

Due to promotion, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist (OT) to join the In Patient Therapies Team at the Stonebow Unit in Hereford.

You will work as part of a dedicated multi‑disciplinary team to provide OT assessment and treatment for a variety of patient mixes from older adults with dementia to functional older adults and working age based on skill set and team need. The OT service utilises the Model of Human Occupation as the first informing evidence base, using standardised assessment tools and evidence‑based intervention plans.

We have a strong team of therapists including Senior OTs, Therapy Assistants, Physiotherapy and Psychology.

Within the team, there is a strong emphasis on training, supervision and reflective practice with an expectation for clinical excellence. You will have a passion for working in mental health services, excellent communication and interaction skills and motivation to develop your practice.

This is a full time post, but we would consider applicants looking for part time.

This is a fixed term post due to the time‑limited nature of the project which will end in 18 months. We reserve the right to end this contract sooner with appropriate notice.

If you wish to be considered for a secondment, please gain permission from your Substantive Manager before applying.

The Occupational Therapist (OT) will complete formal assessments to:

• reduce the risk of falls
• empower patients to maintain skills for meaningful occupation
• consider the impact of the demands of a task, life history and the environment on patient wellbeing
• support the MDT in making recommendations for discharge including home environment assessments for which a car and valid driving licence will be required
• offer both 1:1 and group interventions which focus on occupation for wellbeing and are sensitive to the patient’s cognitive ability
• liaise with wider Mental Health services within the community, external agencies, families and carers to gather information and support discharge
• complete accurate records and detailed occupational therapy reports and support training and supervision of assistant staff and students

At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

Our people (all 4,500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.

We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work‑life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.

• 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
• Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Wide range of supportive staff networks
• Health and wellbeing opportunities

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For newly qualified OTs, there is a multi‑disciplinary preceptorship programme which will offer training and support and there is an opportunity to expand experience through supporting the team across the whole of the unit when required.

This is a full time post working Monday to Friday; however, applicants who wish to apply for 30 hours and/or flexible working hours would be considered.

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