Occupational Therapist inRoyal Leamington Spa inRoyal Leamington Spa PUBLISHED FRI 21 MAR 2025
Opportunities for extensive staff training and professional development to enhance skills in managing complex mental health cases.
Experience working within an established multi-disciplinary team, fostering collaboration and teamwork.
The chance to deliver a variety of therapeutic interventions and psychological support, enriching the scope of practice.
Engagement with a diverse range of patients, which enhances communication skills and adaptability in care delivery.
Empowering work environment that emphasizes clear, professional relationships and collaborative care planning.
Generous annual leave entitlement that increases over time, promoting work-life balance.
Access to comprehensive wellbeing support, staff networks, and a range of employee benefits aimed at fostering a positive workplace culture.
Join a compassionate team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals facing complex mental health challenges at Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust in Royal Leamington Spa. As an Occupational Therapist, you'll manage a diverse caseload, delivering tailored interventions that empower patients on their recovery journey. We believe in nurturing talent through comprehensive training, so you can develop your skills alongside a supportive multi-disciplinary team, all while working in a positively charged environment that champions non-judgemental care.
This is your chance to engage in meaningful interactions with patients, running both one-to-one sessions and group activities designed to build resilience and encourage growth. We value communication skills and a collaborative spirit, welcoming those eager to learn and innovate in their practice. With generous annual leave, extensive learning opportunities, and a commitment to staff wellbeing, our ethos of putting 'people at the heart' extends to both our patients and our team members. If you have a passion for making a genuine impact, we’d love to hear from you!
For a chat about this opportunity, please get in touch with Lucy Saul, our Team Manager, at lucy.saul@covwarkpt.nhs.uk or call 01926 339261 (Monday to Friday, 9-5).
This is your chance to engage in meaningful interactions with patients, running both one-to-one sessions and group activities designed to build resilience and encourage growth. We value communication skills and a collaborative spirit, welcoming those eager to learn and innovate in their practice. With generous annual leave, extensive learning opportunities, and a commitment to staff wellbeing, our ethos of putting 'people at the heart' extends to both our patients and our team members. If you have a passion for making a genuine impact, we’d love to hear from you!
For a chat about this opportunity, please get in touch with Lucy Saul, our Team Manager, at lucy.saul@covwarkpt.nhs.uk or call 01926 339261 (Monday to Friday, 9-5).
Opportunities for extensive staff training and professional development to enhance skills in managing complex mental health cases.
Experience working within an established multi-disciplinary team, fostering collaboration and teamwork.
The chance to deliver a variety of therapeutic interventions and psychological support, enriching the scope of practice.
Engagement with a diverse range of patients, which enhances communication skills and adaptability in care delivery.
Empowering work environment that emphasizes clear, professional relationships and collaborative care planning.
Generous annual leave entitlement that increases over time, promoting work-life balance.
Access to comprehensive wellbeing support, staff networks, and a range of employee benefits aimed at fostering a positive workplace culture.
The team has invested in considerable staff training and development over the years to develop staff skills with working with our patient group. Working within an established team, you’ll be managing a caseload of patients who have complex mental health problems and delivering Occupational Therapy Interventions plus a range of psychological interventions. Full training will be given on these. As a successful candidate you will have the opportunity to build your skills and confidence. You will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, using evidence-based approaches and time limited interventions. You’ll be communicating with a wide variety of patients; professionals; partners and agencies.
As part of working in our team you will be working with some individuals who can present as chaotic & emotionally dysregulated. This can be a challenging patient group, however, we have a positive attitude & non-judgemental approach toward our patient group, understanding what has brought them to their current presentation, recognising individual strengths and establishing clear, focussed, professional relationships that identify clear boundaries and expectations for both the patient and clinician. This empowers both patient and clinician to see what can be achieved through clear collaborative care planning.
We are looking for staff with a passion for assessing and working with people with complex and significant mental health problems. We see this as an ideal opportunity to further develop specialist skills. It is important you have good communication skills and can work on your own initiative as well as collaboratively with colleagues. A willingness and enthusiasm to learn new skills and develop your practice is vital.
This team provides interventions on a one to one basis and group formats. You will have the opportunity to participate and run groups and you will be given training within the team for this.
At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.
We put ‘people at our heart’; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Lucy Saul Job title: Team Manager Email address: Telephone number:
Monday to Friday 9-5
As part of working in our team you will be working with some individuals who can present as chaotic & emotionally dysregulated. This can be a challenging patient group, however, we have a positive attitude & non-judgemental approach toward our patient group, understanding what has brought them to their current presentation, recognising individual strengths and establishing clear, focussed, professional relationships that identify clear boundaries and expectations for both the patient and clinician. This empowers both patient and clinician to see what can be achieved through clear collaborative care planning.
We are looking for staff with a passion for assessing and working with people with complex and significant mental health problems. We see this as an ideal opportunity to further develop specialist skills. It is important you have good communication skills and can work on your own initiative as well as collaboratively with colleagues. A willingness and enthusiasm to learn new skills and develop your practice is vital.
This team provides interventions on a one to one basis and group formats. You will have the opportunity to participate and run groups and you will be given training within the team for this.
At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.
We put ‘people at our heart’; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.
- generous annual leave entitlement which increases during your time with us
- excellent learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeship frameworks, distance learning, internal training, coaching and mentoring, and much more
- salary sacrifice schemes for lease car/ vehicle, Cycle to Work, home and electronics, gym membership and more
- discounts with a range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues through our Employee Assistance Programme and NHS discount schemes
- wellbeing support, including an in-house counselling service, external helpline and more
- staff networks and support group
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Lucy Saul Job title: Team Manager Email address: Telephone number:
Monday to Friday 9-5
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Useful skills for an Occupational Therapist:
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To work as an Occupational Therapist (OT) in the UK, you'll need a combination of education, clinical competencies, and interpersonal skills. Here are some key skills and qualifications necessary for the role:
Educational Qualifications
1. Degree in Occupational Therapy: You must have an approved degree in occupational therapy (BSc or MSc). These programs typically include both theoretical and practical components.
2. Registration with HCPC: You need to be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) to practice in the UK.
Core Skills
1. Clinical Assessment Skills: Ability to perform thorough assessments to understand the client’s needs, abilities, and limitations.
2. Therapeutic Skills: Knowledge of various therapeutic techniques and interventions to assist clients in achieving their goals.
3. Problem-Solving: Ability to develop creative solutions and adapt treatment plans based on clients' progress and feedback.
4. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with clients, families, and colleagues.
5. Empathy and Compassion: Ability to understand and relate to the struggles of clients, providing supportive and tailored care.
Interpersonal Skills
1. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including doctors, physiotherapists, and social workers.
2. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diversity in clients' backgrounds, beliefs, and preferences.
3. Adaptability: Ready to adjust practices and approaches based on different environments and client needs.
Organizational Skills
1. Time Management: Ability to manage caseloads effectively and prioritize tasks to meet client needs.
2. Record Keeping: Competence in maintaining accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring adherence to legal and professional standards.
Continuous Professional Development
1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to keep skills and knowledge up to date with the latest practices and regulations in occupational therapy.
Additional Experience
1. Work Experience: Gaining relevant experience during internships or placements is invaluable, as it helps develop practical skills and professionalism in the field.
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