Head Occupational Therapist

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) • radlett, england • Posted June 20, 2026

About the Role

About the Role

We are recruiting a Head Occupational Therapist for acute inpatient and crisis services at Kingfisher Court, Radlett, Herts. The role will oversee adult treatment wards and the Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). It is based in Radlett and requires travel across the county, so a valid driving licence and the use of a car, moped, or motorbike (unless a disability prevents driving) is essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Hold a complex clinical caseload while providing leadership for a team of therapists and therapy assistants.
  • Develop and refine specialist clinical skills such as sensory integration, trauma‑informed approaches, neuro‑diversity, and positive behaviour support.
  • Collaborate with the Lead OT and Head OT to drive quality improvement across inpatient and crisis teams.
  • Develop and establish the OT pathway and interventions across the teams.

Requirements

Essential quali...