Occupational Therapist Role with Sponsorship in York: Make a Real Impact, Apply Now

Location
York, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
31,049 – 37,796 per year

About Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Trust
They are one of the largest NHS mental health trusts in the country, supporting people across a wide range of services. Their teams work with dedication and compassion, ensuring that every service user feels supported in living a fuller life. At their heart is a simple aim: to make a meaningful difference to people’s health and wellbeing while staying true to their values of respect, compassion, and responsibility. Joining them as an Occupational Therapist is a chance to build a career in a team that values personal growth as much as professional skill.

Job details

Benefits

• Career growth through training, supervision, and professional development
• Supportive team culture with multidisciplinary collaboration every day
• Flexible working opportunities designed to balance work and personal life
• NHS pension scheme giving long-term financial security
• Employee wellbeing services offering resources and mental health support

Requirements

• Professional qualification in occupational therapy (or pending)
• Current HCPC registration (or pending)
• IELTS Level 7 for international recruits
• Experience in occupational therapy placements or postgraduate practice
• Awareness of professional standards and how they apply to daily care
• Understanding of the needs of service users with mental health conditions or learning disabilities
• Commitment to person-centred, evidence-based care
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting

Salary Details

The salary for this role is £31,049 – £37,796 per year, aligned with NHS pay scales, with incremental progression opportunities.

About the Role

This role places the Occupational Therapist at the centre of service delivery. They will assess occupational performance, co-produce personal goals, and deliver interventions that improve daily life for service users. From helping people manage self-care and productivity to supporting leisure activities, the role is grounded in meaningful, client-centred practice.

The Occupational Therapist will be part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to service improvement, supporting quality initiatives, and ensuring accurate record-keeping through the Trust’s electronic systems. Each day brings new challenges and opportunities to use creativity and evidence-based approaches to make care more effective. It’s a role where every decision matters because it has a direct impact on the quality of life for people who need it most.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and respond to referrals for occupational therapy to provide timely support
• Carry out evidence-based assessments and interventions that address self-care, productivity, and leisure
• Co-produce occupational goals with service users and review progress collaboratively
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team working to deliver holistic care
• Support service improvement initiatives that enhance outcomes for service users
• Maintain accurate documentation using the Trust’s electronic patient record system
• Respond flexibly and creatively to the varied challenges of service delivery

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, Skilled Worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants are also subject to this requirement.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They are committed to equality and diversity. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds, and every candidate will be treated fairly throughout the recruitment process.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Trust
• Address: Flatts Lane Centre, Normanby, Middlesbrough, TS6 0SZ
• Contact: recruitment@tewv.nhs.uk

Reference Number
TEWV-OT-0825

How To Apply
If you’re ready to build a rewarding career and make a tangible difference, don’t wait. Apply now and take your next step with a team that will support your growth and value your skills.