Band 5 Occupational Therapist

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Overview

Active Pathways is looking for a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our team in Yorkshire. You will work across multiple sites in Halifax and Leeds, supporting recovery and promoting independence through high-quality interventions in a mental health supported living setting.

Base pay range

Location: Heathy House, Halifax (with work across additional services in Leeds)

Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 dependent on experience

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (30-minute break)

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and group interventions designed to enhance daily living skills and promote social inclusion.
• Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans addressing each service user’s journey.
• Contributing to the development of Occupational Therapy pathways and participating in initiatives that drive service improvements.
• Offering support across three sites in Halifax and Seacroft, Leeds. Travel between sites will be ad-hoc and mileage reimbursed at 45p per mile.

About the services

• Heathy House is a 10-bed rehabilitation service that provides a step-down residential service for individuals with mental health needs.
• Park Place is a purpose-built supported living development that provides care for individuals with mental health conditions.
• Millcroft is a purpose-built step-down residential rehabilitation service, specialising in mental health support.

Experience required

• A Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.
• At least 6 months post-graduate experience, preferably within mental health settings.
• A proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment with a varied caseload, with strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and service users.
• A valid driving licence and access to a car, due to multi-site travel.

Benefits

• In 2025, Active Pathways celebrates its 21st birthday, with an extra day’s annual leave to celebrate your birthday.
• Workplace Pension Scheme.
• Health Cash Plan Benefits Package.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to Blue Light Card Membership.
• Free DBS check and on-site parking.
• Refer a Friend scheme.
• Supportive and friendly work environment.

About Active Pathways

For over 20 years, Active Pathways has provided recovery-focused mental health, learning disability, and rehabilitation services across Lancashire and Yorkshire. We specialise in mental health supported living, offering tailored care and support to individuals on their recovery journey. We are rated OUTSTANDING by CQC and hold Investors in People Gold accreditation. Our core values are Passion, Safety, and Quality.

About the Therapy Team

In this supportive environment, you will collaborate with a team including a Consultant Clinical Psychologist/Head of Therapy, a Lead Occupational Therapist, and other Occupational Therapists and assistants. You will be fully supported with supervision from a Band 7 OT overseeing services in Yorkshire and Lancashire, plus guidance from the Lead OT and Head of Therapies.

Equal Opportunity

Active Pathways Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and ensuring an inclusive recruitment process.

Apply today and be part of our expanding team of dedicated professionals.

Note: This job posting does not imply any obligation to hire and may be withdrawn at any time.