NHS Oxford

Our ambition is to be the place to work for Allied Health Professionals. To attract, train, and retain people to deliver high quality, financially viable, effective, and respectful interventions enabling patients to achieve their best outcomes. We want to be an inclusive and diverse workforce, where individuals are valued and welcomed into the wider multi-disciplinary team.

At Oxford Health we want to nurture our workforce providing opportunities to grow, develop, and be the Allied Health Professional you want to be. We are committed to the NHS People Promise; valuing a sense of team, striving to ensure that every voice is heard, and supporting our people. We want Allied Health Professionals to be at the forefront of developing, delivering, and transforming services to meet the population need. Research and evidence based practice underpins our delivery of prevention, crisis intervention, and rehabilitation services.

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In Oxford Health we have nine of the fourteen Allied Health professional groups practising across physical health, mental health and learning disability services.

Our Art Therapy services provide a creative and therapeutic space for individuals to explore and express their emotions, promoting mental well-being and personal growth. Our art therapists work across a variety of settings, including hospitals, community services, and specialised mental health units, supporting patients of all ages. Using art as a medium for communication, particularly for those who find verbal expression challenging, we help individuals process trauma, reduce anxiety, and build self-esteem.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, our art therapists collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals to deliver holistic, patient-centred care. In addition to clinical practice, they contribute to training and education, raising awareness about the benefits of art therapy in mental health and emotional well-being.

Our dietetic team make a real difference in the lives of individuals. They provide both in person and virtual services, collaborating closely with patients, families, carers, and multidisciplinary teams, as well as outside agencies and catering teams. Their role is integral to provide holistic care across our various clinical specialities, including adult mental health, eating disorders, secure in-patient services, children and young people’s services, mental health care for older adults, and forensic dietetics.

Dietitians provide specialist advice and support for adults and children: assessing, diagnosing and treating a wide range of dietary and nutrition related conditions.

Oxford Health’s Music Therapy services harness the power of music to support individuals in improving their emotional well-being, communication, and quality of life. Our music therapists work across a range of settings, including hospitals, community centres, and specialised mental health services, providing tailored interventions for people of all ages. Music therapy is especially beneficial for those who find verbal communication challenging, offering an alternative and impactful way to communicate and heal.

Oxford Health’s Occupational Therapists are dedicated to helping individuals regain independence and improve their ability to perform daily activities. Our skilled team work across a range of settings, including hospitals, community centres, and patients’ homes, to provide personalised support tailored to each person’s unique needs.

Our services encompass a wide variety of specialities, including mental health, physical rehabilitation, older adult care, and paediatrics. In addition to direct interventions, we provide expert advice on adaptations, assistive equipment, and environmental modifications to support patients in achieving their goals.

Our Orthoptic service specialises in diagnosing and managing a wide range of eye movement and visual disorders, helping patients within our Children services achieve optimal vision and eye health. Using advanced techniques and tailored treatment plans, we aim to improve visual function and overall quality of life.

Oxford Health’s Paramedics are essential in providing high-quality care for patients with non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses. With their advanced training and clinical expertise, they deliver prompt and effective care, ensuring patients receive the right treatment close to home without the need for hospital visits.

Our physiotherapists work across a wide range of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and patients’ homes, providing tailored rehabilitation plans for people recovering from surgery, injury, or managing chronic conditions. By using evidence-based treatments such as exercise therapy, manual therapy, and mobility training, our physiotherapists support patients in regaining function and reducing pain, empowering them to live more active, fulfilling lives.

Podiatrists provide essential assessment, evaluation and foot care for a wide range of patients with a variety of conditions both long term and acute. Many of these fall into high risk categories such as patients with diabetes, cerebral palsy, peripheral arterial disease and peripheral nerve damage where podiatric care is of vital importance.

Oxford Health’s Speech and Language Therapists are dedicated to supporting individuals of all ages who experience communication or swallowing difficulties. Our expert team works across a range of settings, including hospitals, community clinics, schools, and patients’ homes, to provide tailored assessments and interventions. Whether it’s helping a child with speech development or supporting an adult recovering from a stroke, our focus is on empowering individuals to communicate effectively and improve their quality of life.

Our services span various specialities, including paediatric speech and language therapy, adult neurorehabilitation, voice therapy, and dysphagia management.

Our social workers provide essential support to individuals and families, helping them navigate the complexities of mental health, physical health, and social care services. They assess the needs of patients, develop care plans, and advocate for individuals to ensure they receive the right resources and services. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, offering practical guidance, emotional support, and intervention to promote well-being, independence, and recovery. Additionally, they work to safeguard vulnerable individuals, ensuring that care is delivered with respect and dignity in accordance with the values of Oxford Health. 

Our clinical psychologists provide specialised psychological assessments, interventions, and support to individuals experiencing mental health difficulties. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, they offer expertise in understanding complex psychological conditions and designing evidence-based treatments. They utilise a range of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques, to help patients manage mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and personality disorders. They also play a key role in developing and delivering training for staff, contributing to service evaluation, and conducting research to improve clinical outcomes.

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Access to a wide range of Learning & Development Opportunities, including apprenticeships

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Oxford Health is delighted to offer staff a wide range of benefits in addition to salary, NHS pension, annual leave and retirement options. A sample of our most popular benefits are listed below:

AHPs and Healthcare Professionals

Staff Benefits

Financial Benefits

Travel Benefits

Wellbeing Benefits

Additional Benefits