Main duties of the job The postholder will play a key role in shaping and embedding the Experts at Hand (EaH) model, leading the development of the Mental Health Occupational Therapy offer and providing professional leadership to the MH OT team to ensure service priorities are delivered effectively. Working as part of the EaH team, the postholder will ensure that Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention are well‑managed, evidence‑based and delivered in line with professional standards and best practice. The role includes supporting high‑quality clinical delivery across mainstream educational settings and contributing to service development, quality improvement and workforce capability. The postholder will work closely with HPFT Mental Health OTs, HCT Sensory and Functional OTs, SaLTs, EPs, specialist teachers, assistants, MHSTs and mainstream education settings, as well as wider system partners across health, education and social care. This role provides a unique opportunity to lead a new, funded, system‑wide model that strengthens early intervention and improves outcomes for children and young people across Hertfordshire.
Occupational Therapy Professional LeadNHS AfC: Band 8a Welwyn Garden City, GB
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Occupational Therapy Professional Leadnhs Afc: Band 8A in Welwyn Garden City employer: Hertfordshire Partnership University
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and well-being. Located in Hemel Hempstead, the Trust provides unique opportunities for growth within the healthcare sector, alongside a commitment to maintaining high service standards and fostering teamwork in a dynamic environment.
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Hertfordshire Partnership University Recruitment Team
