Mental Health Occupational Therapist - Leeds

Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Adults Services Location: Leeds Contract: Temporary (Minimum 3 months) Hours: Full-time (Monday to Friday) – Part-time may be considered for the right applicant Our client is seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join their team in Leeds. This role involves working with adult patients across a wide range of clinical areas , providing specialist occupational therapy interventions and supporting independence. Key Responsibilities: Deliver occupational therapy interventions for adults, covering: Older people, frailty, falls, dementia MSK and Neuro (including Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis) Medical and orthopaedic conditions Independently hold, prioritize, and manage a caseload. Provide long-arm advice and supervision where required. Apply knowledge of Mental Capacity Act (MCA) and support patients making unwise decisions. Assess and recommend equipment provision, aids, and adaptations . Liaise with the multidisciplinary team to ensure patient-centered care. Requirements: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Broad clinical experience working with adults across multiple specialties. Awareness/experience of MCA and decision-making processes. Basic knowledge of equipment provision and adaptations. Car driver with access to own vehicle and business insurance (essential for commuting across hub areas). Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload. Why Join Our Client? Supportive team environment with long-arm supervision available. Opportunity to work across diverse clinical areas and make a real impact. Flexible working arrangements (full-time or part-time considered). Competitive rates and minimum 3-month contract.

Banding Band 8a/ b Location Leeds, West Yorkshire Working Hours 3 Days Per Week Salary Competitive Locum Rate Make a Difference in Prison Mental Health Services Are you a Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist or Forensic Psychologist looking for a rewarding locum opportunity within a prison setting? Pulse is recruiting for an experienced HCPC-registered Psychologist to join a specialist mental health team working within a secure environment in Leeds. This is a unique opportunity to work with individuals presenting with complex mental health, trauma, personality, behavioural and forensic needs, while developing highly sought-after skills within prison healthcare. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in delivering psychological assessment, formulation and intervention services to support some of the most vulnerable individuals in society. This position offers excellent professional development opportunities, varied and rewarding clinical work, and the chance to make a genuine impact on rehabilitation, recovery and long-term wellbeing. Responsibilities As a Psychologist, you will use your specialist knowledge and clinical expertise to support individuals experiencing a wide range of psychological and mental health difficulties within a secure environment. Your responsibilities may include: Completing comprehensive psychological assessments and formulations for individuals with complex presentations. Delivering evidence-based psychological interventions on an individual and group basis. Working with service users who may present with trauma, personality difficulties, emotional regulation challenges, self-harm behaviours and co-existing mental health conditions. Providing trauma-informed care that promotes recovery, resilience and positive outcomes. Contributing specialist psychological advice to multidisciplinary team discussions, care planning and risk management processes. Supporting the development of psychologically i

Consultant Psychiatrist – Women’s Locked Rehabilitation Service (Full Time, 37.5 hrs) Specialism: General Adult or Forensic Psychiatry Setting: 21-bed women’s locked rehabilitation service (personality disorder & complex mental health) Overview A specialist women’s mental health rehabilitation service is seeking a full-time Consultant Psychiatrist to join an established and supportive multidisciplinary team. The service provides care for women with complex mental disorders — including those with trauma histories and personality disorders — within a structured, recovery-focused locked rehabilitation environment. You will act as the Consultant Psychiatrist and Responsible Clinician, leading on assessment, formulation, treatment planning, and MDT collaboration. The service has excellent links with local NHS pathways and is easily commutable from major surrounding cities. Key Responsibilities Provide Consultant / RC-level clinical oversight for patients Lead MDT ward rounds, risk reviews, and strategic clinical meetings Offer expert psychiatric formulation and input into treatment planning Fulfil Responsible Clinician duties for detained patients under the Mental Health Act Contribute to clinical governance, service strategy, and management meetings Deliver in-house teaching and supervision, especially to junior medical staff Maintain CPD and meet revalidation requirements Requirements Medical qualification with MRCPsych (or equivalent) CCT in General Adult Psychiatry or Forensic Psychiatry Experience working in inpatient settings with patients detained under the Mental Health Act Background in trauma-informed care and/or personality disorder services is highly desirable Strong leadership skills with previous involvement in service management Understanding of change management, mental health legislation, and contemporary issues in psychiatry What’s on Offer Competitive salary £5,000 car allowance 30 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday leave Pension scheme L

Job Title: Consultant Psychologist Banding: Equivalent to Band 8c Location: West Yorkshire Working Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience We are seeking a Consultant Psychologist to join a specialist rehabilitation service in West Yorkshire . This is a unique opportunity to work with adult male patients with complex mental health needs, supporting recovery, independence, and reintegration into the community. The role offers a competitive salary and the chance to make a meaningful impact within a respected provider of mental health services. Responsibilities As a Consultant Psychologist, you will: Deliver high-quality psychological assessments and interventions tailored to individual needs Provide clinical supervision and support to psychology staff and wider MDTs Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care planning Champion evidence-based practice and recovery-focused approaches Benefits Competitive salary based on experience Opportunities for professional development and CPD Access to wellbeing and support programs Free on-site parking Company pension scheme Employee discounts and reward schemes Qualifications and Experience We welcome applications from candidates who meet most or all of the following: HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical or Forensic) Significant post-qualification experience in mental health rehabilitation or secure settings Proven leadership and supervisory experience Strong understanding of recovery models and trauma-informed care Experience in service development and audit is desirable If you don’t meet every requirement but are passionate about the role and have relevant experience, we still encourage you to apply. How to Apply Apply directly through the Pulse website . Once we receive your application, a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss next steps and support you

Occupational Therapist Location: Birmingham Contract: Permanent Salary: From £36,500 per annum (dependent on experience and interview outcome) Our client is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to join their residential and supported living services. Successful applicants must be flexible and open to placement across different units within the service, depending on service needs and best fit following interview. The Role: Deliver occupational therapy assessments and interventions within residential and supported living settings Support individuals to develop independence and functional skills Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver person-centred care Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and ongoing reviews Requirements: BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy or Diploma in Occupational Therapy HCPC registration Ability to work flexibly across multiple service locations Strong communication and organisational skills Why Join Our Client? Competitive starting salary from £36,500 Opportunity to work across a range of services and client groups Supportive team environment and professional development opportunities

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