Occupational Therapist

Job summary Job overview We are seeking a motivated and skilled Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team with the Mental Health and Wellness Team in Redbridge based at Mellmead House. The MHWT is a community mental health service providing assessment, intervention and recovery focused support for adults. As a key member of the team, you will deliver high quality, person centred Occupational Therapy interventions, promoting independence, social inclusion and meaningful engagement in daily life. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary and OT team pathway, contributing to holistic care planning, risk formulations and evidence based interventions. The role offers oportunities to develop specialist skills, support service development, co-production, and contribute towards a recovery orientated service model. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist who is passionate about community mental health and committed to improving outcomes for individuals within a supportive and forward thinking team. Main duties of the job Main duties of the job Provide high quality Occupational Therapy. Undertake comprehensive standardised assessments to co-produce meaningful goals and intervention. To develop and co-facilitate group therapy programmes. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to support service delivery. Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with Trust policies. Participate in team meetings. Support system flow and service user transitional pathways. Act as a Practice Placement Educator for OT students and apprentices. Engage in activities related to clinical effectiveness and service improvement eg audit, QI, Research and Development. Responsible for clinical supervision and co-ordination of junior staff and students/apprentices. About us NELFT NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and community services for over 4.9 million people living in the London Boroughs of Waltham Forest, Redbridge, Barking and Dagenham, Havering, and across Essex. We work to ensure our patients, their friends and family, feel confident that their health needs are well met. With an excellent reputation for research and development, our skilled health professionals are at the cutting edge of evidence-based innovation, opening up the possibilities for better ways of working and delivery of care. Details Date posted 16 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £39,959 to £48,117 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number MHX-3RL-002342 Job locations Mellmead House Wanstead London E11 2DH United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Job overview We are seeking a motivated and skilled Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team with the Mental Health and Wellness Team in Redbridge based at Mellmead House. The MHWT is a community mental health service providing assessment, intervention and recovery focused support for adults. As a key member of the team, you will deliver high quality, person centred Occupational Therapy interventions, promoting independence, social inclusion and meaningful engagement in daily life. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary and OT team pathway, contributing to holistic care planning, risk formulations and evidence based interventions. The role offers oportunities to develop specialist skills, support service development, co-production, and contribute towards a recovery orientated service model. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist who is passionate about community mental health and committed to improving outcomes for individuals within a supportive and forward thinking team. Main duties of the job Provide high quality Occupational Therapy. Undertake comprehensive standardised assessments to co-produce meaningful goals and intervention. To develop and co-facilitate group therapy programmes. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to support service delivery. Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with Trust policies. Participate in team meetings. Support system flow and service user transitional pathways. Act as a Practice Placement Educator for OT students and apprentices. Engage in activities related to clinical effectiveness and service improvement eg audit, QI, Research and Development. Responsible for clinical supervision and co-ordination of junior staff and students/apprentices. Detailed job description and main responsibilities The post holder will be responsible for managing their own workload, prioritising tasks effectively, and ensuring deadlines are met. They will be expected to work independently as well as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to high standards. The role may involve working across multiple sites and requires excellent communication and organisational skills. The job description is attached for details. Starting wi