Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Mental Health Practitioner in Preston, Lancashire

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Job Title: Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Mental Health Practitioner
Location: Preston, UK
Rate: £26.43 per hour
Contract: Ongoing
Hours: Full time

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Mental Health Practitioner to join a dynamic and supportive mental health team in Preston. This ongoing, full-time locum role is ideal for a Core registered mental health practitioner with post-qualification experience who is keen to broaden their practice and make a meaningful impact on service users’ lives.

Key Benefits

• Full-time hours offering consistency and continuity of care

• Competitive hourly rate of £26.43

• Flexibility associated with locum work

• Opportunities for professional development within a supportive team environment

• Strong emphasis on work-life balance

• Regular supervision to support safe and effective practice

Purpose of the Role

To provide high-quality, person-centred occupational therapy interventions for individuals experiencing complex mental health needs. The role involves working collaboratively with multidisciplinary and multi-agency partners to promote recovery, independence, and positive outcomes for service users.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver care in collaboration with multidisciplinary and multi-agency teams

• Manage and contribute to complex meetings and care planning discussions

• Regularly review treatment plans and support effective transitions back to primary care or onward services

• Manage a varied and complex caseload in line with service priorities

• Work innovatively with service users, families, and carers to support recovery-focused outcomes

• Undertake risk assessments and contribute to risk management planning

• Participate in the service Duty rota

• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional case records in line with organisational policies

Person Specification

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Core professional registration with the HCPC

• Significant post-qualification experience within mental health services

• Strong experience in assessment, care planning, implementation, and review for individuals with complex mental health needs

• Sound understanding of risk assessment and risk management

• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams

• Confidence in working independently within established policies and procedures

• Willingness to seek guidance appropriately from managers or clinical leads

• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle

Why Work in Preston

Preston is a vibrant city offering a blend of cultural heritage, modern amenities, and green spaces. With a welcoming community, excellent transport links, and a strong healthcare network, it is an excellent location for both professional development and quality of life.

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