Advanced Practitioner - Ref: SS04625

WMJobs; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 47,181 - 50,269; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to additional training

Flexible Working/Flexi Time Policies

Payment of HCPC registration fees

Onsite OT assessment facility

Job summary

A local authority in West Midlands seeks an Advanced Practitioner to oversee Occupational Therapists, ensuring high practice standards while managing caseloads effectively. Candidates should have at least 2 years of post-qualification experience, along with supervision skills. The role offers hybrid working opportunities, training access, and support for continuous professional development. Interested candidates can contact Victoria Holmes for further details. The application deadline is January 11, 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in a relevant field.
• Experience supervising staff and managing caseloads.
• Ability to deliver high-quality supervision and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day practice of Occupational Therapists.
• Prioritize and allocate work within the team.
• Ensure compliance with performance standards and QA Framework.

Skills

Managing complex case work

Supervision of staff and students

Effective communication

Education

Minimum 2 years post qualifying experience

Job description

Advanced Practitioner - Ref: SS04625

Walsall Council, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

Grade 10: Salary Range: £47,181 - £50,269

About the Job

You will be responsible for the day-to-day practice of the Occupational Therapists within the complex team. As Advanced Practitioner, you will prioritise and allocate work and support the OT staff group to manage caseloads effectively ensuring compliance with our Performance Framework. Working in partnership with the Team Manager you will ensure practice is of the highest standard and aligns with our Quality Assurance Framework, identifying and where appropriate addressing any development needs. You will deliver a system of high quality, consistent reflective supervision and appraisal for a small group of staff, including carrying out direct observations of practice and professional mentoring to drive up quality standards. You will specifically support newly qualified OT staff by ensuring their caseloads are at a suitable level, they co-work where necessary, they have appropriate supervision and support, and they are enabled to build both professional experience and confidence.

About You

You will have a minimum of 2 years post qualifying experience preferably working in a similar setting. You will have experience of managing complex case work and of supervising staff, students and/or apprentices.

What Can We Offer

Access to additional training including post qualifying awards.

Hybrid working and Flexible Working/Flexi Time Policies to support you in meeting the needs of the business and maintaining a good work/life balance.

A robust supervision policy, Continuous Improvement Conversations and Personal Development Plans, regular CPD and peer support.

Payment of HCPC registration fees will be met by the Local Authority.

Onsite OT assessment facility.

If you would like to know more about this role, please contact: Victoria Holmes on 01922 652904 or email [e-mail]

Closing Date for applications: 11th January 2026

Interviews scheduled for week of the 19th January 2026

Additional Information

This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.

Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children, young people and vulnerable adults entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment. We will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for working with children and young people and vulnerable adults. Applicants appointed to posts that require an enhanced DBS clearance must declare any periods of time that they have lived, studied or worked abroad and be prepared to provide an Overseas Criminal Records Certificate (OCRC) or a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC) relating to anytime they were overseas.

Information for Applicants

When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please also ensure that you complete the work history and qualifications sections of your application form. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. See our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.

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