Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Senior Occupational Therapist - Eating Disorders
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Band 6 Occupational Therapist Specialist Eating Disorders Unit (SEDU) – Kimmeridge Court, Poole, Dorset
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our Specialist Eating Disorders Unit (SEDU) at Kimmeridge Court, Poole. This is a full-time role, though part-time applications will be considered.
Our inpatient unit provides specialist care for adults with eating disorders, delivering evidence-based, person-centred treatment to support recovery, independence, and meaningful engagement in daily life. As an Occupational Therapist, you will play a critical role in assessment and intervention, helping individuals achieve functional recovery during their inpatient stay and prepare for a smooth transition back to the community.
Collaborating with nursing, medical, psychology, and dietetic colleagues, your responsibilities include:
- Conducting occupation-focused assessments
- Delivering individual and group interventions
- Contributing to therapeutic programmes
- Supporting discharge planning
We prioritise staff wellbeing and professional development, offering: ✔ Regular clinical supervision ✔ Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities ✔ Specialist skills development ✔ Potential involvement in service improvement
Key Responsibilities
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Core Work
- Deliver specialist, person-centred occupational therapy, including:
- Assessments, planning, interventions, and evaluations
- Evidence-based interventions for self-care, daily living, productivity, and meaningful activity
- Support skills development to promote independence and autonomy
- Work collaboratively with:
- Service users and carers
- Multidisciplinary teams (nursing, psychology, dietetics, medicine)
- Focus on safe admission, therapeutic engagement, and discharge planning
Programme Delivery
- Design, deliver, and contribute to structured occupational therapy programmes
- Develop specialist programmes (where applicable) for delivery by other professionals
Clinical and Safety Responsibilities
- Assess and manage clinical and environmental risk
- Ensure patient safety while complying with legal, professional, and organisational standards
- Demonstrate clinical effectiveness through:
- Outcome measures
- Audit activity
- Reflective practice
Administrative and Professional Tasks
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with Trust and professional standards
- Engage in:
- Clinical supervision
- CPD activities
- Audit or research where relevant
About Dorset HealthCare
We are Dorset HealthCare NHS Foundation Trust, with a mission to empower people by delivering outstanding, joined-up healthcare. Our services include:
- 12 community hospitals
- Specialist inpatient facilities
- Integrated mental health and community services (for ~800,000 people)
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Our approach is innovative, compassionate, and results-driven. In 2019, we were rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, with:
- 95% of patients reporting good or very good experiences
- 89% of staff feeling they make a meaningful impact
We foster a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace, celebrating:
- Equal opportunities
- Professional growth
- Work-life balance
- Collaboration
Working with us, you will: ✅ Make a direct difference in communities across Dorset ✅ Challenge yourself and build a fulfilling career ✅ Contribute to our vision of healthier lives for all
Important Notes
🔹 Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. 🔹 You must hold a valid right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship.
Contact Details
For further enquiries or informal visits, please reach out to:
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Karen Law 📞 Head of Dorset All Age Eating Disorders Service 📧 karen.law1@nhs.net 📞 +44 (0)1202 492156
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Ellen Brown 📞 Senior Occupational Therapist (Eating Disorders) 📧 ellen.brown13@nhs.net
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