Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Senior Occupational Therapist
The closing date is 15 November 2026
As a Senior Occupational Therapist in TEWV you will manage a complex caseload independently, assessing occupational performance and delivering specialist occupational interventions, always demonstrating adherence to the Trust Values and operating as a leader in the team, service and organisation.
Candidates must have minimum 18 months post qualifying experience of occupational therapy delivery at the point of application.
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Main duties of the job
The successful postholder will be responsible for receiving requests for occupational therapy, triaging and prioritising these, completing evidence-based assessments and interventions to address key occupational areas of self-care, productivity and leisure.
You will use client-centred approaches to co-producing negotiated occupational goals and evaluate these with service users collaboratively.
In addition to this, the postholder will participate in clinical/professional and management supervision,contribute to multi-disciplinary team working andcontribute to and lead on service improvement and quality initiatives.
You will use the Trust electronic patient record system,abide by all Trust policies and procedures.
You will be able to respond flexibly and creatively to challenges.
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We’re committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
We won’t rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.
Job responsibilities
The postholder will provide evidence-based occupational therapy assessment and interventions as part of the OT Pathway and offer input to individuals, their families and carers, for our inpatients.
All team members must be committed to providing the best possible care for the people we work with and their families/carers.
The ability to engage and communicate with older people as well as the parents/family/carers and system around them is essential.
There are varied opportunities for training and development, with CPD needs being identified and monitored through appraisal.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Appropriate professional qualification for occupational therapy role
- Current relevant registration with specific regulatory body
- Post graduate training in relevant specialist area
Knowledge
- Understanding of the needs of people who use our services with mental health conditions or learning disabilities.
- Clinical risk assessment and application in practice
- Knowledge of evidence based practice in designated specialist area
- Experience of managing complex occupational therapy cases
- Awareness of professional standards and its application to practice
Experience
- Minimum 18 months post qualifying experience of occupational therapy delivery at the point of application at the point
- Experience of supporting people with mental health issues, learning disability or autism
- Experience of working in Multidisciplinary Team
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.
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Senior Occupational Therapist employer: Tewv
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, dedicated to nurturing the recovery journey of individuals in need of mental health support. With a strong commitment to collaborative care, our work culture fosters compassion and inclusivity, ensuring that every employee has a voice in shaping patient experiences. Located in a region that values mental health, we offer robust professional development opportunities and a supportive environment where staff can thrive while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others.
