Mental Health Occupational Therapist - Bristol

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 multidisciplinary team. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. Multidisciplinary Team: You will work alongside a dedicated team of professionals, including: - Nurses - Healthcare Assistants - Consultant Psychiatrist - Specialty Doctor - Physiotherapist - Speech and Language Therapist - Fitness Instructor - Occupational Therapy Assistant Why Join Our Client? - Flexible locum opportunity working 3-4 days per week. - Opportunity to work within a specialist rehabilitation and recovery service. - Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team environment. - Varied caseload offering both assessment and intervention work. - Chance to make a meaningful impact on patient recovery and independence. - Immediate start available with a contract running through to October.