Experienced Occupational Therapist

Wiltshire Council; Chippenham; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market supplement 12.5%

Job summary

Wiltshire Council's OT-led Therapy Team is recruiting an experienced Occupational Therapist to support reablement in people’s homes. You will manage a complex caseload and undertake strength-based assessments to develop person-centred plans.

Working within a supportive team in a hybrid model, you will coordinate with customers, families, carers and partner agencies to promote independence and positive outcomes, with opportunities for professional development and progression.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Minimum of two years post-qualification experience.
• Full UK driver's licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex therapy caseload.
• Undertake strength-based assessments.
• Develop person-centred reablement plans to help independence.
• Coordinate care with families, carers and partner agencies and promote evidence-informed practice.

Skills

Occupational Therapy qualification

Two years post-qualificationexperience

Full UK driver's licence

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Salary:£46,999 - £48,542 (Inclusive of 12.5% market supplement)

Hours per week:37 hours

Rolling advert:We are continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received.

Become a pivotal member of our dedicated, OT-led Therapy Team and play a vital role in supporting individual's. Working within an established and highly supportive team with excellent communication, you'll help people rebuild their confidence, regain independence and achieve their personal goals through reablement.

Reablement is a short-term, therapy-led service that provides support in people's own homes, helping them rebuild confidence, regain independence, and develop the practical skills needed for daily living after illness, injury, a fall, or a stay in hospital.

As an experienced OT you will manage a complex caseload, undertake strength-based assessments and develop person-centred reablement plans that help people regain independence and achieve their goals. Working closely with customers, families, carers and partner agencies, you will provide specialist advice, manage risk, coordinate support and deliver positive outcomes for individuals. You will also support colleagues, contribute to service development and promote high-quality, evidence-informed practice. You'll benefit from invaluable support provided by our Principal Occupational Therapist and have access to a range of opportunities for career progression.

We’re looking for applicants who hold a qualification in Occupational Therapy, along with a minimum of two years post-qualification experience. Holding a valid full UK driver's licence is essential, as you'll be conducting visits to clients in their own homes or other settings, such as hospitals.

If you share our values and want to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.

This position comes with a 12.5% market supplement payment. All market supplement payments are subject to review on an annual basis.

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here.

Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer-facing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.

We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.

Statement of commitment to equality and inclusion

Disability Confident Employer