Job Description

As a provider of care for people of all ages who have mental and/or community health needs we are dedicated to providing a high-quality service, close to where people live and, as much as possible, tailored to an individual's needs.



Are you passionate about working with people and looking for a new and exciting challenge to develop your skills within an inpatient mental health care setting? A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our well-established team at Lynfield Mount Hospital.



We have vacancies available on two wards; Maplebeck ward (male acute), caring for patients aged 18-65 and Clover (PICU) mixed ward for patients aged 18-65.



As an Occupational Therapy assistant, you will work as part of the OT team to support therapeutic activities both in groups and 1:1. You will also support specialist clinical assessments and support patients to work towards a meaningful recovery. This is a specialist role and is very important in ensuring our patients have a positive and therapeutic experience whilst they are in hospital. Risk management and the ability to develop therapeutic and professional relationships are also important aspects of the role.



Under the direction of Senior and Clinical Practitioners (Occupational Therapy), carry out occupationally focused interventions based on specialist occupational assessment including individual and group work.



Takes leadership from Assistant Practitioners and Senior/Clinical Practitioners within a delegation framework for agreed tasks. This will include supporting with a clinical caseload within the service.



Ensure high standards are maintained in a safe environment, which promotes equality and sensitivity for all individuals.



Ensure patient safety is maintained and patient experience is positive by treating all patients, family, relatives and colleagues with respect, dignity and courtesy in accordance with Trust values.

Closing Date:

10th August 2025

Shortlisting Date:

W/C 11th August 2025

Interview Date:

TBC

Everything we do is underpinned by our core values:

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We Care - We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference



We Listen - We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs



We Deliver - We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners



We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :



Increase mileage rates for > 3500



A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages



A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities



Plus many more.



We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.



BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.



Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible.



Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.



Right to Work in the UK



Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.



Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trust's eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.



As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.