Occupational Therapist | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 22 Ebrill 2026 |
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| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £32,073 - £39,043 Unsocial hours and enhancements |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 22 Mai 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | TBC at interview, BH17 8WG |
| Cwmni: | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 7930778/152-M02126 |
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our Pan Dorset Learning Disabilities Intensive Support Team (IST).
We are looking for a motivated Band 5 Occupational Therapist who is passionate about improving outcomes for adults with learning disabilities and young people in transition. This role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team, providing specialist assessment and intervention to individuals with complex needs, including behaviours that may challenge services.
You will work closely with individuals, families, carers, support providers and partner agencies to promote independence, wellbeing and meaningful participation in daily life. The focus of the role is to support people to remain within their local communities and live fulfilling lives in environments that recognise their strengths and needs.
This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified Occupational Therapist or someone looking to develop their experience within learning disability services.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Under the supervision of the Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist, you will:
• Undertake holistic, person-centred occupational therapy assessments
• Develop and implement strengths-based intervention plans
• Support individuals to build skills in self-care, daily living, leisure and social participation
• Work in a trauma-informed and Positive Behaviour Support framework
• Deliver interventions in home and community settings
• Contribute to multidisciplinary assessment, formulation and care planning
• Support families, carers and provider services to meet individuals’ needs
• Contribute to safe and sustainable community placements
• Support transition planning and discharge pathways
The ideal candidate will be:
• HCPC registered as an Occupational Therapist
• Committed to person-centred and inclusive practice
• Able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Organised, reflective and motivated to learn
• Confident communicating with individuals, families and professionals
• Able to travel across Dorset as required
Experience of working with people with learning disabilities through employment, student placements or lived experience would be advantageous.
Driving is essential for this role. You will be required to have a full and valid UK driving licence and to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidate’s individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
This advert closes on Wednesday 6 May 2026