Occupational Therapist | East London NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 03 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £46,419 - £55,046 per annum Inc HCAs |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 November 2025 |
| Location: | London, E9 6AT |
| Company: | East London NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7479235/363-TH7479235 |
Summary
EQUIP provides an assertive and responsive service to adults for up to 3 years during their recovery from a first episode of psychosis. The service covers the City of London and London Borough of Hackney. Emphasis is placed on maximising wellbeing and on social, psychological, physical and educational/vocational recovery. The team works to standards set for early intervention in psychosis teams and participates in the annual National Clinical Audit on Psychosis. The team also works closely with the early detection team, HEADS UP, which provides support to those who are at risk of developing psychosis and actively connects with local community groups in order to improve detection rates of this group.
The role of the OT is to carry a caseload of clients, to actively work to engage with and support them and to offer an early intervention in psychosis care package in accordance with NICE guidelines. This will include conducting delegated responsibilities on behalf of the London Borough of Hackney, such as Care Act assessments and responsibilities associated with safeguarding adults and children. Clear and timely recording on the clinical record, plus the preparation of statutory and other reports, are essential. The OT will also be responsible for the provision of specialist OT assessments, such as Activities of Daily Living, and interventions, as well as contributing to the development and implementation of the group programme within EQUIP. They contribute to the team duty rota, which supports both EQUIP and Heads Up. Participation in quality initiatives is encouraged and CPD and reflective practice are embedded in the team.
Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive – so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.
Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details.
The role of the OT is to carry a caseload of clients, to actively work to engage with and support them and to offer an early intervention in psychosis care package in accordance with NICE guidelines. This will include conducting delegated responsibilities on behalf of the London Borough of Hackney, such as Care Act assessments and responsibilities associated with safeguarding adults and children. Clear and timely recording on the clinical record, plus the preparation of statutory and other reports, are essential. The OT will also be responsible for the provision of specialist OT assessments, such as Activities of Daily Living, and interventions, as well as contributing to the development and implementation of the group programme within EQUIP. They contribute to the team duty rota, which supports both EQUIP and Heads Up. Participation in quality initiatives is encouraged and CPD and reflective practice are embedded in the team.
This advert closes on Friday 17 Oct 2025