OverviewWe are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist who is keen to plan and run a varied therapeutic group programme. This role has been developed to support the emerging group programme across CAMHS. The post holder will lead, with the support of the team manager, in the planning of, and running of a range of therapeutic groups to meet the needs of the service, co-facilitating groups with clinicians from the wider service. There is a lot of scope for personal and professional development within the service supported by our leadership team and training and development lead. The group programme will be a mix of a face to face and virtual offer, the ability to travel across the County is essential.

Responsibilities

Co-ordinate the delivery of high quality day service support for young people and their families, utilising knowledge and skills for interpretation, analysis of patients\'' needs and care planning.

Promote and conform to the Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Policy and Procedure for safeguarding children, and national guidelines.

Ensure effective joint working between agencies and professionals and effective information sharing to safeguard children and young people.

Have an understanding of, coordinate the delivery of and provide a range of interventions such as family work, solution focussed therapy, cognitive therapy, behavioural management, individual counselling and group work.

Access supervision to support practice development.

Liaise with other professionals, offer consultation and joint working to provide early interventions in and prevention of mental health problems in young people.

Develop effective care pathways for children and young people.

Work within the Multi-Disciplinary pathway team to offer and access supervision and support to ensure good practice.

Practice and demonstrate knowledge that promotes child protection and the rights of the child.

About usJoin \"Team Derbyshire Healthcare\" and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of \"making a positive difference in people\''s lives\".

CQC rated us as \"GOOD\" overall, commenting on how our colleagues \"treated patients with compassion and kindness\" and \"felt positive and proud about working for the trust.\"

Benefits

Commitment to flexible working where this is possible

27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years'' service

Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training

Generous NHS pension scheme

Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits

Health service discounts and online benefits

Incremental pay progression

Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7

Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network

Health and wellbeing opportunities

Structured learning and development opportunities

DetailsDate posted: 05 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Location: Temple House, Derby, DE23 6SA

Qualifications

Essential: HCPC registered Occupational Therapist

Desirable: Qualification in therapeutic modality

Skills

Essential: Knowledge and understanding of mental health disorders within children

Essential: Ability to assess, plan and deliver treatment and evaluate care packages

Essential: Effective communication skills, verbal and written

Desirable: Skills in risk assessment and management of self harm

Transport

Essential: Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the post

Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the DBS is required.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. For details, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers website for details.

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