Job Description

Band 6 Mental Health Inpatient Occupational Therapist- South London

We are on the lookout for a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist. Could that be you?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Mental Health Inpatient Occupational Therapist to join a dynamic team in an NHS hospital setting. This role is available for an immediate start, offering flexible working hours and a competitive pay rate.

Key Details:

• Role: Band 6 Mental Health Inpatient Occupational Therapist
• Location: South London
• Start Date: ASAP
• Hourly Pay Rate: £24 - £26 per hour (via umbrella)
• Weekly Hours: 26 hours per week (up to 4 days, flexible on which days)
• Contract Type: Temporary, with the possibility of extension
• Setting: NHS Hospital

Role Overview: The successful candidate will provide high-quality occupational therapy services to adult inpatients within a mental health setting. They will work with individuals experiencing a range of mental health challenges, delivering patient-centred interventions aimed at improving their independence and overall well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients physical, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Develop and implement individual treatment plans tailored to each patient.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic patient care.
• Promote independence and recovery-focused goals through therapeutic activities.
• Provide expert advice and support to staff and patients in relation to mental health and well-being.
• Document patient progress and treatment outcomes in line with NHS standards.

The Ideal Candidate:

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist.
• Proven experience working in mental health settings, ideally within inpatient services.
• Excellent communication, assessment, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A compassionate, patient-centred approach to care.

Benefits of working with Hunter Gatherer AHP:

• Quick & simple online registration.
• Join the community and be part of a network of like-minded, conscientious locums with shared values for patients and clients.
• As part of the HG Ventures Group of Companies you ll get bi-weekly payments you can trust.
• Represented by AHP sector experts, we listen, understand your needs, and represent you professionally.
• A long-term relationship based on trust and understanding.
• Access to the very best roles nationwide.
• As part of the Hunter Gatherer AHP network, you will be appropriately marketed, in a consultative manner, taking the burden of business development away from you.
• Market knowledge, advice and knowledge sharing on market trends and opportunities.
• Access to exclusive Hunter AHP events and discounted CPD.
• Customer service, it s a simple philosophy but one we are passionate about.

How to apply:

If this job sounds perfect for you, please call our team on (phone number removed).

You could also send your CV to (url removed) to find out more about the Occupational Therapist roles we have available.

Not available for this position? Recommend a friend or colleague! We operate a simple and transparent scheme we pay you £250 for a successful placement (qualifying period applies).

About us:

Hunter Gatherer AHP are one of the UK s leading specialist Allied Health Professionals recruitment agencies.

Our job is to listen, respond and support you in your career goals. To understand your needs and partner with you to help you achieve them. We ll always be by your side finding you the right job at the right time, with friendly, caring service. What s more, we pay leading rates with multiple pay runs each week, so you ll never be left waiting. Just one of the reasons for our group's excellent 4.7 Google rating.

Oh, and we re also one of the top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For

This role is perfect for an Occupational Therapist looking to make a meaningful impact in an inpatient mental health environment, with the flexibility to work around their schedule.

For more details or to apply, please contact us ASAP!