Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist

Mpft Nhs; SHREWSBURY; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Shrewsbury is seeking a Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist to join their Core CAMHS mental health team. The successful candidate will provide leadership in occupational therapy, supporting young people with mental health difficulties. Essential qualifications include a degree in Occupational Therapy and extensive experience working with young people. This part-time position offers a salary range of £47,810 to £54,710 per annum, pro-rata.

Qualifications

• Health and Care Professions Council registered Occupational Therapist.
• Evidence of ongoing learning and development.
• Range of specialist assessments and interventions to support occupational performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the OT provision within CAMHS.
• Provide advanced clinical assessment and intervention for young people.
• Champion occupation-focused, recovery-oriented, and trauma-informed practice.

Skills

Highly developed specialist knowledge

Extensive post-registration experience with young people

Advanced clinical assessment

Consultation and supervision

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Post-qualification knowledge to master's level

Job description

Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist – Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Job Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our Core CAMHS mental health team, in the role of a Clinical Lead. The successful applicant will join a robust multidisciplinary team to provide strategic, clinical, and professional leadership for Occupational Therapy within the team and wider service.

The successful applicant will ensure high‑quality, evidence‑based OT practice across the service and support children and young people with complex mental health needs to develop functional skills, improve participation, and enhance overall wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the OT provision within CAMHS, ensuring it aligns with national guidelines, local service priorities, and best practice.
• Provide advanced clinical assessment and intervention for young people experiencing a range of mental health difficulties (e.g. trauma, anxiety disorders, neurodevelopmental conditions, eating disorders, emotional dysregulation).
• Offer specialist consultation, supervision, and training to OT colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and outcome measurement.
• Champion occupation‑focused, recovery‑oriented, and trauma‑informed practice across the service.

About Us

Come and work with us at our award‑winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke‑on‑Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non‑clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are "United in our Uniqueness" and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Important notice: We may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

AI usage policy: The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Details

• Date posted: 28 November 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 7
• Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum (pro‑rata)
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part‑time
• Reference number: 301-KM-25-7626096
• Job locations: Severn Fields, Shrewsbury, SY1 4RQ

Person Specification – Essential

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Post‑qualification knowledge to master's level
• Health and Care Professions Council registered Occupational Therapist
• CPD evidence of ongoing learning/development
• Highly developed specialist knowledge across a range of Occupational Therapy interventions and client groups
• Evidence of extensive post‑registration experience working with young people and their families experiencing mental health difficulties
• Range of specialist assessments and interventions to support occupational performance (e.g. Sensory Assessment, MoHOST, COPM)

Person Specification – Desirable

• Leadership qualification
• Experience of working in a community setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

• Name: Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Severn Fields, Shrewsbury, SY1 4RQ
• Website: https://www.mpft.nhs.uk