Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist, interested in expanding their clinical skills and experience, to work within Mid Essex Community Mental Health provision for adults covering Castlepoint, Rochford and Rayleigh, and the surrounding area.
While this is a Band 6 role we are happy to consider applications from experienced and motivated Band 5's who feel ready to take on the challenge of a Band 5-6 development post.
You will be working as part of a small, friendly and skilful Occupational therapy team to provide focused Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to clients through 1:1 and group work.
The OT team sits within the wider multi-disciplinary teams providing holistic support for clients with complex and enduring mental health needs requiring secondary level mental health care .
The base for this role is in Rayleigh but there will be an expectation to travel to other EPUT and community sites within the area.
Main duties of the job
Working within this busy team environment you will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of clinical skills; including but not limited to undertaking OT assessments, care planning, delivering interventions - through group and individual sessions, and the supervision and appraisal of junior staff.
The post holder will have access to professional supervision and leadership within the team.
They will be supported to access a range of relevant development and training opportunities to enhance their practise.
About us
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• 8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Details
Date posted
05 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
38,682 to 46,580 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Compressed hours
Reference number
364-A-9606
Job locations
Coombewood Mental Health Resource Centre
1 Websters Way
Rayleigh, Essex
SS6 8JQ
Job description
Job responsibilities
More details to be found in the attached job description, however in summary; The post holder will be part of the Occupational Therapy team and wider Community Mental Health Team. They will deliver Occupational Therapy focused assessment, treatment and interventions to community dwelling adults within South Essex area who are in receipt of care from secondary mental health services. Job description
Job responsibilities
More details to be found in the attached job description, however in summary; The post holder will be part of the Occupational Therapy team and wider Community Mental Health Team. They will deliver Occupational Therapy focused assessment, treatment and interventions to community dwelling adults within South Essex area who are in receipt of care from secondary mental health services.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Registered with HCPC
• Completion of Preceptorship period and evidence of continuing professional and personal development.

Desirable

• Evidence of post qualification study relevant to role

Additional Qualities
Desirable

• Car driver with access to a vehicle for work purposes / Or ability to travel across sites and boundaries to attend meetings etc in areas not well served by public transport

Skills/Experience
Essential

• Experience as a qualified occupational therapist in community mental health
• Experience of undertaking Occupational focused assessments and interventions with adults with serious mental illness
• Experience in of working closely and developing relationships with medical nursing social care tertiary providers and clinical staff
• Ability to produce clear, coherent and accurate clinical reports including ability to complete required electronic data systems for a variety of audience
• Ability to assess and positively manage risk within a community setting

Desirable

• Experience of providing professional support/supervision and motivation of staff
• Experience as Fieldwork educator

Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Registered with HCPC
• Completion of Preceptorship period and evidence of continuing professional and personal development.

Desirable

• Evidence of post qualification study relevant to role

Additional Qualities
Desirable

• Car driver with access to a vehicle for work purposes / Or ability to travel across sites and boundaries to attend meetings etc in areas not well served by public transport

Skills/Experience
Essential

• Experience as a qualified occupational therapist in community mental health
• Experience of undertaking Occupational focused assessments and interventions with adults with serious mental illness
• Experience in of working closely and developing relationships with medical nursing social care tertiary providers and clinical staff
• Ability to produce clear, coherent and accurate clinical reports including ability to complete required electronic data systems for a variety of audience
• Ability to assess and positively manage risk within a community setting

Desirable

• Experience of providing professional support/supervision and motivation of staff
• Experience as Fieldwork educator

Skills Required