Occupational Therapist

Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Occupational Therapist to be part of the Home First service in South Staffordshire. This is an integrated clinical and care and support service that provides short term reablement intervention to enable people to maximise their independence and meet their health and social care needs within Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT). The Home First Team prides themselves on the delivery of quality care to community patients, many with complex needs. The team also work to facilitate safe hospital discharges for patients leaving acute care and to offer them nursing support in their own home environment. Thisis a dynamic post which will be evaluated and adjusted to reflect the needs of the service, local population and feedback from users and staff. Your feedback and input will be essential to the development and shaping of the role. The Home First covers South Staffordshire, Burntwood, Lichfield, Tamworth, Burton, Uttoxeter and surrounding areas, providing clinical support for patients in the community to either avoid potential hospital admissions or to support people returning home through the Discharge to Access Pathway 1 following a period of acute care. The role will require working 5 days over 7 including Bank Holidays. Main duties of the job The post holder will be part of the Allied Health Professions (AHP) service providing Occupational Therapy and will work in a variety of settings. This is a dynamic post that requires the post holder to work closely with uni/multi-disciplinary teams/agencies in addressing a range of care/support issues across the spectrum of conditions, preventing unnecessary hospital admissions and improving the health and wellbeing of the population served. The nature of the service will be determined by local service specifications Please refer to Job Description. About us Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities. We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems. We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow. We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected. Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application. Details Date posted 10 September 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 301-LBG-26-8269793 Job locations Merlin House Etchell Road Tamworth B78 3HF United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job Description ane