Occupational Therapist- Abbeygate Ward in Bury St Edmunds inBury St Edmunds PUBLISHED THU 5 JUN 2025 Jump to job information section
Band 5: £31,049 to £37,796 a year Per annum/ pro rata
PERMANENT GOOD SALARY
DEMENTIA EMPATHY GYM MENTAL HEALTH MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PENSION
Job description
Embark on a rewarding career journey with Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust as a Band 5 Occupational Therapist at Abbeygate Ward's older adult inpatient facility in Bury St Edmunds. Here, you'll be at the heart of delivering compassionate, person-centred occupational therapy to those with complex mental health needs, such as dementia and functional mental illness. In this dynamic role, you'll harness your empathetic spirit and strong communication skills to assess patient needs, devise goal-oriented interventions, and collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team. Your work will play a crucial part in helping patients regain independence, improve quality of life, and ensure seamless continuity of care.
Joining the Abbeygate Ward team means you'll benefit from a wealth of support and development opportunities, including regular supervision and professional growth in areas such as sensory integration and dementia care. Enjoy a comprehensive range of NHS benefits, from a pension scheme and generous leave entitlements to gym memberships and exclusive discounts. Be part of an organisation that values compassion, dignity, and respect above all. To get started on making a meaningful difference in your community, simply click the 'Apply Now' button on jobsincare.com.
Joining the Abbeygate Ward team means you'll benefit from a wealth of support and development opportunities, including regular supervision and professional growth in areas such as sensory integration and dementia care. Enjoy a comprehensive range of NHS benefits, from a pension scheme and generous leave entitlements to gym memberships and exclusive discounts. Be part of an organisation that values compassion, dignity, and respect above all. To get started on making a meaningful difference in your community, simply click the 'Apply Now' button on jobsincare.com.
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