Lead Occupational TherapistNHS

Job summary

The post holder will provide expert clinical leadership, supervision and operational support to Occupational Therapy staff within Brent Community Mental Health Hubs and Early Intervention Services, whilst maintaining a complex clinical caseload.

They will deliver specialist occupational therapy assessments and interventions, modelling high-quality, occupation-centred and recovery-focused practice. The role combines clinical expertise with leadership responsibility, supporting staff development through supervision, coaching and professional guidance.

The successful candidate will lead service development, quality improvement and innovation projects, while providing expert occupational therapy advice within multidisciplinary teams. They will work collaboratively with service users, carers, colleagues and partner organisations to improve outcomes and experiences.

The role includes responsibility for workforce development, student education, recruitment and supporting future Occupational Therapy leaders. Working closely with senior managers and clinical leaders, the post holder will contribute to strategic priorities and service developments, helping to shape the future of Occupational Therapy services across Brent.

Main duties of the job

Provide professional leadership and operational support to Occupational Therapy staff across Brent CMHH and Early Intervention Services.Maintain a specialist clinical caseload, delivering expert assessment and intervention for people with complex mental health needs.Model and promote high-quality, occupation-centred, recovery-focused practice.Lead the development of a skilled OT workforce through supervision, coaching and professional development.Support staff wellbeing, retention, recruitment and succession planning.Lead and contribute to quality improvement, service development and transformation projects.Provide expert occupational therapy advice within multidisciplinary teams.Work collaboratively with service users, carers, community organisations and partner agencies to promote recovery, independence and social inclusion.Develop community partnerships that enhance opportunities and outcomes for service users.Contribute to borough-wide and Trust-wide initiatives, professional networks and strategic developments.Support student education, practice placements and workforce development activities.Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, compassion and partnership, helping to shape the future of Occupational Therapy services in Brent.

Job description

The post holder will provide professional leadership, supervision and support to Occupational Therapy staff working within Brent Community Mental Health Hubs, promoting high standards of professional practice and occupationally focused care.

They will lead the ongoing development of Occupational Therapy services across Brent CMHH, identifying opportunities for innovation, quality improvement and service redesign. The post holder will support the implementation of new initiatives and work collaboratively with service users, carers, staff and partner organisations to improve outcomes and experiences.

The successful candidate will provide expert professional advice within multidisciplinary teams, promoting evidence-based occupational therapy and ensuring interventions support recovery, independence, meaningful occupation and social inclusion.

The role includes responsibility for professional supervision, workforce development, student education, recruitment and supporting the development of future Occupational Therapy leaders. The post holder will champion continuous learning, reflective practice and quality improvement methodologies.

Working alongside senior managers and clinical leaders, the post holder will contribute to strategic planning, service transformation and borough-wide developments. They will represent Occupational Therapy at local and Trust-wide forums and support the development of partnerships that strengthen opportunities for service users within their communities.

We are looking for a compassionate and inspiring leader who fosters positive team cultures, values collaboration and partnership, and can motivate others through periods of change. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring Brent CMHH continues to provide innovative, inclusive and high-quality mental health services that reflect the diverse communities we serve and the CNWL values of Compassion, Respect, Empowerment and Partnership.

About us

Join one of the friendliest and most supportive Occupational Therapy services in London and become part of CNWL's well-established OT workforce of over 350 Occupational Therapists working across mental health, physical health and specialist services.

CNWL offers a strong professional leadership structure, including borough Head OTs, specialist professional leads, a Trust-wide Professional Head of Occupational Therapy and an AHP Director, ensuring excellent professional support and career development opportunities.

Professional development is a priority, with access to supervision, mentoring, leadership programmes, quality improvement training, research opportunities, clinical networks and specialist forums. Many of Brent's senior clinical and operational leaders started their careers in local roles and progressed through development opportunities within the borough.

Brent is one of the UK's most diverse boroughs, and we are proud of our inclusive workforce and the communities we serve. We are committed to creating an environment where staff feel valued, supported and able to thrive.

At CNWL, our values of Compassion, Respect, Empowerment and Partnership underpin everything we do, helping us deliver innovative, recovery-focused care while creating a positive and rewarding place to work.