Advanced Practitioner (Occupational Therapist)

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL; Winchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking an experienced Advanced Practitioner (Occupational Therapist) to lead complex casework and support staff development. You will promote innovative approaches to service delivery that enhance independence and wellbeing. This role offers competitive benefits, including a £3,000 annual supplement, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. Applicants must be registered with HCPC and possess relevant qualifications.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Occupational sick pay

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of local government duties in social care.
• Experience in supervising and developing practitioners.
• Significant experience in assessment and case work.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex casework and deliver person-centred interventions.
• Provide expert advice and training to Occupational Therapists.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies and professional standards.

Skills

Occupational Therapy qualification

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge sharing

Education

Professional registration with HCPC

Job description

Joiningourmotivated, supportiveteam as anAdvanced Practitioner,you’llbean experienced andqualifiedOccupational Therapistwith HCPC registration.You’lllead complex casework, support staff development, and contribute to innovative service delivery that promotes independence and wellbeing.You’llmodel best practice, lead on high-risk and complex cases, and play a key role inourmulti-disciplinaryReablement Service.You’llbe instrumental in shaping occupational therapy practice and supporting the professional growth ofour practitioners.

Whatyou’lldo:

• Leadcomplex casework:Assess, plan, and review high-risk cases. Deliver person-centred interventions to help individualsmaintainor regain independence in daily life.
• Provide expert advice & training: Support and superviseOccupational Therapists, particularly in high-risk or challenging cases. Provide expert advice and advocacy to individuals and communities.
• Champion Occupational Therapy:Promote innovative approaches to occupational therapy and service delivery.
• Promote teamwork:Work closely with Occupational Therapists, practitioners, carers, sensorystaffand support teams to improve service delivery and outcomes.
• Quality of care:Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies and professional standards,informed by social care legislation and clinical knowledge.

Whatwe’relooking for:

• Occupational Therapy qualification and professional registration with HCPC.
• Strong understanding of the statutory duties of local government in social care and the social care model.
• Experience of supervising staffwith astrongcommitmenttosharingknowledge,developingpractitioners’ learning and professional growthand supporting with high-risk cases.
• Significantexperiencein assessment, planning and reviewing of case work.
• Good problem-solving skills, with the ability to recognise problems,identifysolutions and negotiate inchallenging situations.Commitment todemonstratingour values and behaviours.

Why join us?

• Make a Difference:Work in collaborative partnership with organisations across Health and Social care to maximise independence, prevent hospital admissions, andfacilitaterapid discharge from hospital to improve outcomes for the people of Hampshire.
• Career Growth:Opportunitiesto develop your leadership skills.Our Advanced Practitioners (Occupational Therapists) are paid a market supplement of £3,000 per annum.
• Professional Development:Supportive supervision and continuous learning opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance:Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life alongside paid enhancements for weekend and bank holiday work.
• Employee Support:Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive Benefits Package:Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.

Please note:We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Other roles you may have experience in mayinclude:Rehabilitation Therapist,Senior Practitioner, Senior Occupational Therapist.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.