Specialist Occupational Therapist – Child & Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS)

About the role

We are seeking a Specialist Occupational Therapist to join the North CAMHS team at Woodside Health & Care Centre. The role focuses on children and adolescents up to 18 years old who experience mental health difficulties and neurodevelopmental challenges, working within a multidisciplinary environment.

Key responsibilities

• Assess, plan and deliver specialist OT interventions for young people with complex mental health and neurodevelopmental needs.
• Manage an autonomous caseload, ensuring evidence‑based practice and positive outcomes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members and partner agencies to develop holistic care plans.
• Contribute to diagnostic formulation, joint assessments and clinical decision‑making.
• Provide supervision and mentorship to junior staff, support workers and students.
• Deliver training and education to families, carers and professionals.

Required profile

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Relevant OT experience that can be applied to mental health or paediatric settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with children, young people and families.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Required skills

What we offer

• A collaborative NHS environment with strong professional support.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression.
• Engagement in a respected and growing CAMHS Occupational Therapy service.