Senior Occupational Therapist


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£39,959 - £48,117
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Maidstone, ME16 9PL
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	13 Aug 2026
Closing date:	6 Sept 2026

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Summary

Please refer to the attached job description for full details and main responsibilities of the role. What Youll Be Doing Deliver specialist occupational therapy assessments and interventions for individuals with complex forensic and mental health needs Work closely with inpatient secure unit AHPs to create joined-up rehabilitation and discharge plans that support continuity of care from secure services into the community Support service users to develop the practical, functional, and social skills needed for successful and sustainable community living Deliver interventions focused on: Functional daily living skills Community integration and social inclusion Digital literacy and safe use of technology Financial literacy and budgeting skills Vocational, educational, and meaningful activity engagement Development of healthy routines and wellbeing strategies Use analytical thinking and occupational formulation to identify strengths, barriers, risks, and opportunities for recovery Work collaboratively within the FOLS multidisciplinary team to support positive risk management and person-centred rehabilitation Develop therapeutic relationships with individuals who may present with highly complex needs, trauma histories, and significant occupational disruption Contribute to service development and help shape the future occupational therapy model within the team Who Were Looking For We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who is: Innovative, reflective, and motivated by service development Confident working autonomously whilst remaining highly collaborative within an MDT Passionate about rehabilitation, recovery, and social inclusion Skilled in building therapeutic relationships within complex environments Curious, analytical, and able to think creatively around occupational need Resilient, compassionate, and adaptable You must: Hold a recognised Occupational Therapy qualification Be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Have post-registration experience within mental health, rehabilitation, forensic, or community services Previous forensic experience is welcomed but not essential. We value transferable skills, fresh thinking, and a willingness to help shape a developing service. In return, we offer: The opportunity to help shape and influence a developing forensic occupational therapy pathway Specialist experience within forensic mental health services The opportunity to be part of a growing and diverse AHP workforce within forensic mental health services Strong multidisciplinary support and clinical supervision Opportunities for leadership, innovation, and quality improvement work Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities A supportive, forward-thinking, and collaborative team culture NHS pension and staff wellbeing benefits Flexible working opportunities where service needs allow Help Shape Recovery Beyond Secure Care.

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