Advanced Occupational Therapy Practitioner

Nottinghamshire County Council; West Bridgford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Career development opportunities

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking an Advanced Occupational Therapy Practitioner in Adult Social Care to supervise a dedicated team, assess needs, and coordinate outcomes that promote independence and choice for service users. You will lead and mentor staff, identify reablement opportunities, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to safeguarding investigations and discharge planning.

This permanent, part-time post offers flexible working, a supportive team, and opportunities

Qualifications

• HCPC registration required.
• Two years’ post-qualification OT experience, preferably with complex cases.
• Evidence of CPD (Continuing Professional Development).
• Knowledge of community care and adult social care legislation.

Responsibilities

• Assess needs through comprehensive OT evaluations.
• Coordinate outcomes with a person-centred approach.
• Lead and mentor staff, fostering collaboration and support.
• Promote independence by identifying reablement opportunities and community resources.
• Monitor service provision to ensure effectiveness and satisfaction.
• Contribute to safeguarding investigations and discharge planning.
• Engage with multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent communication

Driving licence

Education

HCPC registration and Occupational Therapy qualification

Job description

Advanced Occupational Therapy Practitioner

Type of vacancy Permanent

Work pattern Part Time

18.5

Work Base Lawn View House, Sutton in Ashfield. NG17 5GA

Nottinghamshire County Council is dedicated to serving our communities with care and compassion. We believe in empowering individuals to live fulfilling lives. Join us in our mission to make a positive impact in the lives of those we serve. Together, we are Rooted in Community.

Are you ready to lead and inspire? As an Advanced Occupational Therapy Practitioner in Adult Social Care, you will supervise and support a dedicated team, ensuring that our Occupational Therapy services are effective and efficient. You will assess individual needs and coordinate outcomes that promote independence, choice, and control for our service users.

In this vital role, you will:

• Assess individual needs through comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations.


• Coordinate a variety of outcomes to meet those needs, ensuring a person-centred approach.


• Lead and mentor staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.


• Promote independence by identifying reablement opportunities and community resources.


• Monitor ongoing service provision to ensure effectiveness and satisfaction.


• Contribute to safeguarding investigations and support discharge planning.


• Engage with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance service delivery.

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• A recognised Occupational Therapy qualification and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).


• A minimum of two years’ post-qualification experience in occupational therapy, particularly with complex cases.


• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD).


• Knowledge of community care services and relevant legislation affecting adult social care.

We are looking for someone who:

• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with colleagues and service users.


• Has the ability to problem-solve and make sound decisions under pressure.


• Shows commitment to excellent customer care and service delivery.


• Is organised and able to manage competing demands effectively.


• Holds a full driving licence and has access to transport (reasonable adjustments available).

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we offer:

• A supportive environment with a friendly, multidisciplinary team.


• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life.


• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.


• Generous annual leave and a comprehensive pension scheme.


• A culture that values wellbeing, support, and inclusivity.

Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on beingaccredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme)we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.