Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Secure Services
| Posting date: | 30 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £39,959 - £48,117 per annum, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 May 2026 |
| Location: | Birmingham, B459BE |
| Company: | Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7947016/436-7947016 |
Summary
A Vacancy at Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust.
Band 6- Secure Care community OTForensic Intensive Recovery Support Team (F.I.R.S.T)
Diploma, BSC or MSC in Occupational Therapy and current HCPC registration is essential for this post.
We welcome you to apply for this fixed term band 6 OT vacancy in our highly respected and creative OT team. The F.I.R.S.T Occupational Therapy service comprises of qualified Occupational Therapists (OT), Technical Instructors (TI), and an employment specialist. The OT team is integral to the wider multi-disciplinary team and recovery team. We strongly suggest a pre visit or a conversation with the OT Lead or one of our very approachable band 6 OT’s.
The core purpose of the role is to assist in the facilitation of transition of service users from our inpatient’s secure beds, (some may be in out of area placements). We offer OT treatment to support community living, social inclusion, skills and knowledge development in order to improve quality of life, prevent readmission, and prepare for a move on to a CMHT.
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached jobdescription and person specification.
This advert closes on Thursday 14 May 2026
Band 6- Secure Care community OTForensic Intensive Recovery Support Team (F.I.R.S.T)
Diploma, BSC or MSC in Occupational Therapy and current HCPC registration is essential for this post.
We welcome you to apply for this fixed term band 6 OT vacancy in our highly respected and creative OT team. The F.I.R.S.T Occupational Therapy service comprises of qualified Occupational Therapists (OT), Technical Instructors (TI), and an employment specialist. The OT team is integral to the wider multi-disciplinary team and recovery team. We strongly suggest a pre visit or a conversation with the OT Lead or one of our very approachable band 6 OT’s.
The core purpose of the role is to assist in the facilitation of transition of service users from our inpatient’s secure beds, (some may be in out of area placements). We offer OT treatment to support community living, social inclusion, skills and knowledge development in order to improve quality of life, prevent readmission, and prepare for a move on to a CMHT.
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached jobdescription and person specification.
This advert closes on Thursday 14 May 2026