Specialist Occupational Therapist

NHS; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A local health service provider is seeking a dedicated Specialist Occupational Therapist to join its Psychiatric Liaison Team at Sunderland Royal Hospital. The ideal candidate will manage diverse caseloads, deliver client-centered therapy, and work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team. A recognised OT qualification and HCPC registration are essential. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from £38,682 to £46,580 per year pro rata, reflecting the skills and experience required for this vital position.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage a clinical caseload flexibly.
• Experience in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Understanding of professional accountability and standards.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage a caseload of service users with various needs.
• Develop collaborative intervention plans.
• Deliver evidence-based Occupational therapy interventions.

Skills

Comprehensive written assessments

Risk Assessment and Risk Management

Leadership skills

Collaborative working

Education

Recognised Occupational therapy degree/qualification

HCPC Registration

Post-registration training in OT

Member of Royal College of Occupational Therapy

Job description

Go back Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Specialist Occupational Therapist

The closing date is 06 January 2026

We are looking for a highly motivated Occupational Therapist to join the Psychiatric Liaison Team at Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland Psychiatric Liaison Team are an ageless, well established and PLAN accredited team who provide a 24-hour service, across 7 days, which provides a responsive interface between both NHS and non-NHS services including drug and alcohol services and other professions. We provide timely assessment and brief interventions for patients who are presenting with a range of mental health needs to Sunderland Royal Hospital including but not restricted to self-harm, psychosis and delirium.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for the assessment and management of a caseload of service users who present with a variety of complex Occupational Therapy needs, diverse presentations with a range of mental health needs. In partnership with the Service Users and Carers where appropriate, develop collaborative intervention plans, ensuring regular reviews to monitor progress and adapt as necessary. To consider Carer needs and ensure Carer and family are involved in Care Planning where appropriate. To deliver evidence based Occupational therapy interventions. The post holder will work as a member of the Multi-disciplinary Team ensuring that high quality individualised care is delivered which ensures safety and a commitment to promoting recovery and wellbeing and maximising independence. Coordinate treatment planning & interventions, reviews and discharge planning. To provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity. To incorporate a client centred philosophy into clinical practice and client centred collaborative care.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

• Recognised Occupational therapy degree/qualification.
• HCPC Registration
• Evidence of post-registration training in OT interventions relevant to the post.
• Member of Royal College of Occupational Therapy

Knowledge and Experience

• Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post.
• Proven ability to manage a clinical caseload in a flexible manner as required.
• Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, HCPC and RCOT standards and other local and national initiatives
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of providing Occupational Therapy services.
• Awareness of equal opportunities legislation and policies
• Experience of collaborative working across agencies and professional disciplines.
• Understanding of difficult to manage/challenging behaviours.

Skills and Competencies

• Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex needs.
• Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills.
• Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills (self & others).

Role/Team specific requirements

• Flexible and adaptive

Personal Characteristics

• Friendly, outgoing, approachable, confident manner.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to meet the mobility and geographical requirements of the post.

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.

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

£38,682 to £46,580 a year pro rata per annum