Occupational Therapist - Band 7

Job description

We’re supporting a specialist provider to appoint an experienced Band 7 Lead Occupational Therapist to provide clinical and professional leadership within a women’s mental health service.

This senior role is ideal for an OT who is passionate about occupation‑focused practice, service development, and supporting more junior colleagues within a complex clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership for occupational therapy services across the ward(s)
• Lead on assessment, intervention planning, and outcome measurement
• Promote and embed occupation‑focused practice within the MDT
• Provide supervision, mentorship, and professional guidance to OT colleagues
• Lead on audit, service improvement, and evidence‑based practice
• Contribute to risk management, governance, and quality assurance processes

Requirements

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist
• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Significant post‑qualification experience within mental health services
• Experience providing clinical supervision and leadership
• Strong knowledge of governance, risk management, and service development

What’s on Offer

• Senior leadership role with scope to shape OT practice
• Excellent CPD and development opportunities
• Supportive multidisciplinary culture
• Competitive Band 7 salary and benefits package

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leeds

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

06-05-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English