Community Care Worker (Occupational Therapist) - FLK14617

Falkirk Council; Larbert; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated reflective supervision

Generous annual leave

Flexible / home working options

Pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Falkirk Council's Occupational Therapy Service is recruiting two Occupational Therapists (Community Care Worker) to join the Falkirk OT Service. The posts are permanent full-time, 37 hours per week, with part-time applications considered.

We welcome both newly qualified and experienced therapists and offer supportive supervision, generous leave, and flexible/home working options in line with council policy.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.

Education

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy (Dip OT or BSc Occupational Therapy)

Job description

Job Advert

We are currently recruiting x 2 Occupational Therapist (Community Care Worker) posts within the Falkirk Occupational Therapy Service.

These posts are permanent full-time posts, 37 hours per week but applications from those who wish to work part-time will also be considered.

These roles offer an exciting opportunity for both newly qualified and experienced Occupational Therapists to join a progressive, supportive and forward-thinking service committed to improving outcomes for people across Falkirk.

At Falkirk Occupational Therapy Service, we are passionate about enabling people to maintain their independence, maximise their wellbeing and achieve the outcomes that matter most to them. A trauma-informed, relationship-based and strengths-focused approach sits at the heart of our practice and informs everything we do.

We are committed to creating a culture where colleagues feel valued, supported and empowered to be their best. As a learning organisation, we actively promote openness, innovation and continuous professional development, ensuring our workforce has opportunities to grow and develop throughout their careers.

We are proud of our values, which reflect our commitment to human rights, social justice and professional integrity. We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and strive to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Essential Requirements

You must:

• Hold a Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy (Dip OT or BSc Occupational Therapy)
• Be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Why Join Falkirk Occupational Therapy Service?

We are proud to offer:

• A supportive and collaborative team structure
• Dedicated time for reflective supervision
• A culture where your voice matters, with opportunities to help shape how we work as a team, service and organisation
• Strong partnership working with NHS Forth Valley, providing excellent opportunities for joint working and training
• Bespoke training programmes and a wide range of career development opportunities
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Mobile and flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance
• Competitive salary
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Employee benefits and rewards scheme
• Flexible and home working options in line with Falkirk Council policy

The successful candidate will be subject to a PVG Scheme check for Adults and Children.

You must register with the SSSC as a Practitioner in care home services for adults within 6 months and meet the conditions of your registration within three years.