Mental Health Occupational Therapist - Birmingham

Job Title: Band 8b Clinical Psychologist – Low Secure Male Mental Health Banding: Band 8b Location: Birmingham – easily accessible from central Birmingham and surrounding areas Working Hours: Minimum 3 days per week, full-time available Salary: Competitive, in line with NHS rates Are you a Band 8b Clinical Psychologist with experience in secure settings? We’re recruiting for a temporary role supporting adult men with complex mental health conditions at a specialist site in Birmingham. This is a brilliant opportunity to work flexibly (minimum 3 days per week) in a low secure ward, delivering impactful psychological care in a well-supported environment. The role offers competitive rates and the chance to contribute meaningfully to a service focused on recovery and rehabilitation. Responsibilities In this role, you will: Provide specialist psychological assessments and interventions for men with complex mental health needs. Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support care planning, formulation, and risk management. Deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based therapies tailored to individual needs. Offer consultation and supervision to colleagues where appropriate. Contribute to service development and clinical governance initiatives. Benefits Competitive pay aligned with NHS Band 8b rates Flexible working – minimum 3 days per week Opportunity to work in a specialist low secure setting Supportive and collaborative team environment Professional development and CPD opportunities Qualifications and Experience We welcome applications from Clinical Psychologists who: Are HCPC registered Have experience working in secure or forensic settings, ideally with male patients Are confident in delivering psychological interventions in complex environments Can work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team If you don’t meet every requirement but feel this role aligns with your experience and interests, we still encourage you to apply! How to Apply Apply dire

Band 8a Birmingham, West Midlands Full-Time or Part-Time Considered Competitive NHS Agency Rate Pulse Mental Health is currently recruiting for a Locum Psychologist to join a specialist 0–19 Learning Disabilities and Neurodevelopmental Service in Birmingham, West Midlands. The service supports children and young people with moderate to severe learning disabilities, mental health difficulties, behaviours that challenge, and a range of neurodevelopmental conditions, including autism and ADHD. This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist NHS multidisciplinary team working with young people who present with complex and often overlapping needs. Many children and young people supported by the service are awaiting formal diagnosis and require comprehensive psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention. You will play an important role in supporting young people, families, carers, and professionals to improve outcomes and enhance quality of life. The service offers a varied and rewarding caseload, a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to make a genuine difference to children and young people across Birmingham. Responsibilities As a Locum Psychologist, you will: Undertake specialist psychological assessments for children and young people aged 0–19 years presenting with learning disabilities, mental health difficulties, and neurodevelopmental conditions. Develop formulations to understand complex presentations and inform care planning and intervention. Deliver evidence-based psychological interventions tailored to individual needs. Support children and young people who present with behaviours that challenge and co-occurring mental health needs. Work collaboratively with families, carers, schools, social care teams, and other professionals involved in care. Provide consultation and psychological advice to multidisciplinary colleagues. Contribute to safeguarding, risk assessment, and risk management processes. Maintain accurate and timely clinical

Job Title: Specialist Acute Dietitian Banding: Band 7 Location: Birmingham Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 months with option to extend Hourly Rate: £29-30 per hour Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking 2 x experienced Band 7 Dietitians to join the team in Birmingham. These are excellent opportunities for highly skilled dietitians with a broad acute hospital background to work across a range of specialties, delivering expert nutritional care and supporting positive patient outcomes. Successful candidates will have extensive experience managing complex patients within acute settings and will be confident providing leadership, clinical expertise, and support to multidisciplinary teams. Key Responsibilities Provide specialist dietetic assessment, treatment, and management for patients across a variety of acute clinical areas Deliver evidence-based nutritional interventions to support patient recovery and wellbeing Manage patients requiring enteral feeding, including assessment, monitoring, and ongoing nutritional support Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes Support service development and contribute to quality improvement initiatives Provide clinical leadership and mentorship to junior members of the team where appropriate Maintain accurate clinical records and comply with professional and organisational standards Qualifications and Experience HCPC registered Dietitian Significant experience working within an acute hospital setting Extensive clinical experience across a range of specialties, including: General Medicine Healthcare of Older People (HCOP) Stroke Surgery Mental Health Strong experience in enteral feeding and nutritional support Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to support multidisciplinary working Excellent communication, organisational, and clinical decision-making skills Why Choose Pulse? From the moment you register with Pulse, ou

Occupational Therapist – Enhanced Rehabilitation & Recovery Ward Location: Bristol Contract: Locum Hours: 3-4 Days Per Week Start Date: 10th August 2026 Duration: Until Mid to End October 2026 Our client is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their team in Bristol on a locum basis. This role is based within the Enhanced Rehabilitation and Recovery Ward , supporting individuals with complex mental health and neurocognitive needs through person-centred assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation. This is an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Therapist with experience in mental health and/or neurocognitive settings who is looking to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team while maintaining a significant level of autonomous practice. Key Responsibilities: Complete a range of occupational therapy assessments, including: Initial assessments Activities of Daily Living (ADL) assessments Cognitive assessments Financial capacity assessments Sensory-informed assessments Develop and implement person-centred care plans based on assessment findings. Facilitate, coordinate, and delegate therapeutic interventions to support patient recovery and independence. Assess, review, and recommend moving and handling equipment, including hoists, slings, and mobility aids. Complete comprehensive risk assessments and ensure interventions are delivered safely and effectively. Work closely with an Occupational Therapy Assistant and provide supervision and support as required. Contribute to multidisciplinary care planning and clinical decision-making. Utilise evidence-based practice to deliver high-quality occupational therapy interventions. Requirements: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Previous experience working within mental health and/or neurocognitive settings . Strong assessment and care planning skills. Experience completing functional, cognitive, and risk assessments. Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplin

Band 6 Locum Occupational Therapist – Older Adult Mental Health Location: Leeds Contract: Locum Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday (May be available to part time candidates) Duration: 3 Months Start Date: ASAP (subject to pre-employment compliance checks) Our client is seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join their dedicated multidisciplinary team on an all-female assessment and admission ward for adults aged 65 and over experiencing acute mental health difficulties. This is an excellent opportunity to work within an inpatient mental health setting, supporting older adults through assessment, recovery, and discharge planning while promoting independence, wellbeing, and meaningful engagement in daily activities. Key Responsibilities Deliver high-quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions within an acute older adult mental health inpatient service. Assess functional abilities, cognition, mood, and occupational performance to inform treatment planning. Develop and implement person-centred care plans that promote recovery and independence. Facilitate therapeutic activities and interventions for individuals and groups. Support discharge planning and contribute to safe and effective transitions of care. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including nursing staff, psychologists, psychiatrists, and social care professionals. Complete risk assessments and manage clinical risks appropriately. Maintain accurate clinical records and provide comprehensive reports where required. Enable patients to maximise their independence and quality of life through meaningful occupation. Requirements HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Previous experience working as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist or equivalent. Experience within mental health services Strong assessment, clinical reasoning, and care planning skills. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Excellent communication an

Band 7 Occupational Therapist – Specialist SEN School Location: Liverpool Salary: £47,810 – £54,710 per year (dependent on experience & qualifications) Contract: Permanent – Full Time We are seeking a passionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join a specialist SEN school team in Liverpool. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs , helping them achieve independence and thrive in their education. Key Responsibilities Conduct holistic assessments of pupils’ sensory, motor, and functional needs. Plan and deliver evidence-based OT interventions (1:1, small-group, and classroom-embedded). Contribute to EHCP reviews and support the achievement of pupils’ individual outcomes. Work closely with teachers, teaching assistants, parents, and external agencies to embed OT strategies across the curriculum. Provide training, coaching, and guidance for staff and families on sensory regulation, functional skills, and independence. Lead on developing whole-school approaches to sensory-friendly environments and inclusive practice. Requirements Dip COT, BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy with HCPC and BAOT registration. Previous experience in a special school setting or CAMHS service. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with students, staff, and parents. A proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving and student support. Why Join? Supportive and friendly school community. Ongoing training and development opportunities. A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact. Attractive benefits package including: Health and wellbeing programmes (including a free 24/7 helpline and counselling service). Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure. Cycle to work scheme. Generous life cover.