Occupational Therapist in Barnstaple

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our friendly and dedicated multi-disciplinary team based at North Devon District Hospital. The post holder will be based on the 16-bedded Adult Acute Mental Health Ward and will be responsible for completing evidence based assessments and interventions with our service users across a 7-day service. The post holder will be working in a friendly and supportive environment, with a focus on providing the very best patient care in a locality combining sea, moor, history and opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Work as an integral member of the multi-disciplinary inpatient team on a sixteen-bedded ward with patients experiencing a range of mental health diagnoses.
• Assess and treat patients both individually and using group work in a variety of environments including the patient\\\’s home.
• Manage a defined caseload of patients with complex mental health needs; contribute to team and service development; liaise with the multi-disciplinary team and external agencies.
• Develop knowledge of relevant legislation, occupational therapy models and interventions for mental illness; demonstrate flexible, compassionate and patient-centred care; work at a good pace and independently when required.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Some mental health experience
• BSc Occupational Therapy

Desirable

• Basic therapeutic skills (e.g., CBT, motivational interviewing)
• Fieldwork Practice educators course

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of OT principles and theories; good personal boundaries; professional judgement and clinical reasoning skills
• Able to work independently and use initiative; basic IT skills
• Desirable: knowledge of the MOHO and associated assessments; group work skills

About the Organisation

Devon Partnership NHS Trust provides mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, including specialist and secure services for the wider south west region and nationally. The Trust aims to promote good mental health and wellbeing and values coproduction with patients, families and carers.

Details

Date posted: 19 January 2026

• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change • Band 5 • Salary £31,049 to £37,796 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
• Job locations: North Devon District Hospital, Raleigh Park, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4JB
• Reference number: C9369-26-0003

Other requirements

• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check may be required
• UK professional registration is required
• Certificate of Sponsorship may be considered for eligible applicants