Job Description

Do you want to join a supportive, friendly, dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional care as a Band 5 in one of our varied and well-established OT rotations.



These posts are open to new graduates, those due to qualify soon, Occupational Therapists returning to practice and more experienced Occupational Therapists who want to broaden their clinical skills in a variety of specialties.



You'll gain a balance of mental health and physical health, community and hospital-based work in settings and specialisms, gain experience, receive full support and enjoy in-depth learning experiences. We encourage development of core OT skills within a supportive MDT environment and are committed to your growth with strong focus on teaching and development including our 6-month Preceptorship scheme, in-service training, and regular band 5 peer support group.



We understand transitioning from student to practitioner is challenging and we're dedicated to developing your full potential in well-established therapy teams. We believe in a healthy work-life balance and offer flexibility to accommodate your personal and professional needs. We work collaboratively to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where both patients and staff thrive, and recognise the innovation and dynamism band 5's bring.



The current vacancy is with Community Therapy Team North based in Crawley, Horsham & Haywards Heath.

Rotations include:

Community Neuro Rehab - Brighton General Hospital covering Brighton & Hove, or Newhaven Rehab covering HWLH areas.



Working Age MH - acute inpatient service based at Millview Hospital, Hove.



Paediatrics - Seaside View Child Development Centre, Brighton General Hospital.



Community Therapy - Trust Wide



Inpatient Rehab Services - Lewes ICU and Kleinwort ICU in Haywards Heath.



Urgent Community Response Service - HWLH areas



Adult Social Care Reablement Service - Craven Vale Resource Centre Brighton



Each rotation lasts either six months or a year. You will be given a supervised caseload, and provided with a robust support system of clinical supervision, preceptorship, a personal development plan, and opportunities for training. The rotational scheme works in partnership with Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and Brighton and Hove County Council but throughout your time on rotation you will be employed by Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust.



Within each rotation you will hold a caseload for which you will provide client centred assessment, treatment planning, goals setting and evaluation.



You will work as a key member of a multi-professional team including support staff, writing thorough and timely documentation, and contribute to the smooth running of your service.



We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.



Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.



Why work for us?

Positive 2023 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing Varied environments: community hospitals, patients' homes, and bases across Sussex Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement Excellent training, development, and research opportunities Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast

Our values -- Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence --guide everything we do.



We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.



This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.



To work as a therapist/ allied health professional within a team or as part of a rotation in Sussex Community Foundation Trust.



To manage a caseload of patients with a variety of conditions.



To formulate and deliver an individual treatment programme based on a sound knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical assessment and reasoning skills.



To treat all patients with respect and courtesy, maintaining dignity and respecting individual needs and differences, both physical and cultural.



To complete the SCFT Preceptorship programme through regular supervision and professional support (staff in their first year post-qualification).



To be involved in the support of Band 2, 3 and 4 staff as well as student education.



To take part in and contribute to in-service training and keep your own personal development plans up to date.



For more details please see JD and Ps attacahed.