Occupational Therapist - Manannan CourtNHS

Job summary

We're looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our team at Manannan Court, the Isle of Man's purpose-built acute mental health inpatient facility. Supporting adults of working age and older people experiencing a mental health crisis or relapse, Manannan Court provides specialist assessment, treatment and recovery-focused care within a safe and therapeutic environment.

As an Occupational Therapist, you'll play a vital role in helping people regain the skills, confidence and routines that enable them to live meaningful and fulfilling lives. Using a strengths-based and person-centred approach, you'll carry out comprehensive occupational therapy assessments, develop personalised recovery plans and deliver evidence-based interventions tailored to individual goals.

Main duties of the job

Working across the inpatient service, you'll deliver both individual and group interventions, supporting service users to engage in meaningful occupations relating to self-care, daily living, work, education, relationships and leisure. You'll work closely with patients, families and carers, helping individuals maximise their independence while promoting recovery, wellbeing and positive risk-taking.

You'll become part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, contributing specialist occupational therapy expertise to assessment, care planning, risk management and discharge planning. You'll also have opportunities to supervise students and support staff, contribute to service development initiatives and help shape the future of recovery-focused mental health services on the Isle of Man.

At Manx Care, you'll benefit from working in a healthcare system that is separate from the NHS, with access to excellent professional development opportunities, a well-resourced education and training centre, generous relocation support and the opportunity to enjoy the exceptional quality of life the Isle of Man has to offer.

If you're passionate about enabling people to achieve their recovery goals and want to make a meaningful difference within a specialist inpatient mental health service, we'd love to hear from you.

Job description

A workplace that invests in you

Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.

A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.

Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.

Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.

Access to the staff canteen at Noble’s Hospital where you can purchase affordable food and drinks in your breaks.

Free on-site car parking.

Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state-of-the-art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.

Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.

Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.

Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.

Accommodation may be available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents, subject to availability.

A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month. To find out more about our relocation package click here - https://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/locate.im/locate-relocation-guide.pdf

About us

By joining Manx Care on the Isle of Man, you'll enjoy the opportunity to work in a healthcare system that is similar to, but separate from, the NHS, offering a refreshing change from many of the pressures and demands experienced elsewhere in the UK. We are committed to supporting your professional development through a wide range of learning and continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities, including access to our well-equipped Education and Training Centre. Many of our sites offer free on-site parking, and we provide generous relocation packages for the majority of our roles to help make your move as seamless as possible. Beyond work, the Isle of Man offers an exceptional quality of life, with stunning landscapes, a safe and welcoming community and excellent schools. Residents also benefit from lower personal tax rates than those found in many other European jurisdictions, helping you make the most of your earnings.