Occupational Therapist - Surrey Prisons

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Occupational Therapist - Surrey Prisons The closing date is 31 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Make a Difference with CNWL Health & Justice CNWL is aTop Employer Award Winner, delivering high-quality healthcare to diverse communities across London and beyond. We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our supportive Health & Justice team across the Surrey Prisons Cluster. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of people in secure settings, helping to improve health outcomes, promote wellbeing and reduce health inequalities. Working within our prison healthcare service, you will be part of a forward-thinking multidisciplinary team providing high-quality care across a 7-day service. Guided by our motto,"Caring, Not Judging,"we work alongside the criminal justice system and partner agencies to deliver responsive, person-centred primary care and mental health services that support recovery,rehabilitationand social inclusion. Join an award-winning team where your skills, compassion andexpertisecan have a lasting impact. Find out whatit'slike to work with us:Hear from our Health & Justice staff Main duties of the job The Occupational Therapist (OT) will oversee the development and implementation of occupational therapy within the mental health serviceswithin their location(s) of work. They will be supported by a Band 7 OT who will be overseeing the growth of OTservicesin our Surrey prisons. They will manage a caseload ofpatientsin prison with complex, severe and enduring mental health needs, providing interventions which support and promote improved health. The caseload will be OT specific work, utilising an effective referral process. They will also provide input into the Neurodiverse pathway of care. The post holder will work in conjunction with the multi-disciplined team to promote the understanding of the OT perspective and its application to working with this client group. The post holder will workalongsidesenior staff in the MDT to support the development of services. They will also support directorate wide development of OT as part of a supportive and friendly Health and Justice OT network. The post holder will provide an Occupational Therapy perspective whilst engaging and contributing to professional meetings such as CPA, multi-agency case reviews, risk management meetings, and any other meetings related to the care and treatment of the prisoners in our care. The post holder will also act as an educator to students on practice placement, as part of the AHP fair share agreement. About us Why Join Our Team? At CNWL, we are committed to supporting your wellbeing,development and career progression. You'llbenefitfromregular supervision,personalised development plans,specialist training opportunities,preceptorshipprogrammesandrevalidation support,helping you achieve your professional goals. We value and celebrate our staff through initiatives such as ourHidden Gem Awardsand annual staff recognition events.You'llalso have access to a wide range of health and wellbeing services, ensuring you feel supported both at work and beyond. ThroughMyTrustBenefits, you and your family can access over 1,400 discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment and dining, alongside free online learning resources to support your pe