Level 1 Occupational Therapist Children with Disabilities Team

Medirest Signature; Quarrington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Occupational Therapist for its Children with Disabilities Occupational Therapy Team in Lincolnshire. The role involves providing support to children and young people, promoting independence, and collaborating across health and social care. Ideal candidates will have a relevant qualification, a full driving license, and a commitment to making a difference in the lives of children and their families.

Benefits

Contributory pension

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working policies

Career progression opportunities

Generous annual leave entitlement

Qualifications

• Qualified Occupational Therapist registered with HCPC.
• Enthusiastic and positive practitioner with interest in skill development.
• Full UK driving license and car access necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support children with disabilities through skill acquisition.
• Promote independence and care provision.
• Collaborate with agencies to provide a child-focused service.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Problem Solving

Education

MSc OT / BSc OT / Dip COT

Job description

We've got an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to come and join our Children with Disabilities Occupational Therapy Team.

About the Role

You will join an enthusiastic countywide team supporting the children and young people with disabilities in Lincolnshire through the promotion of independence, skill acquisition and support for care provision.

Families we have worked with have said: The occupational therapy intervention has 'genuinely changed the life of our daughters 'I was 'kept informed throughout....respected and mychild's needs taken into account'

Using the PEOP model we provide support through provision of advice, equipment and recommendations for adaptations, supporting children, young people and their carers in the home environment.

For us, great work starts with great people; those who enjoy being part of a dynamic team, working closely with colleagues across health and social care.We are looking for Occupational Therapists who can bring their individualstyle, skills and aptitude to this role.We value the benefits of transferable skills and a lack of experience of this area of work should not prevent you considering applying for this role.

We are forward-thinking, passionate about the work we do and the difference we can make.We arecommittedtosupportingoccupational therapy students; activelybuilding links with the local universities both as placement educators and as guest lecturers.

We have team members who are involved in promoting occupational therapy at county and national level; working to promote good practice. These activities reflect our drive to provide a high-quality, evidence-based service.

About You

You will be a qualified Occupational Therapist (MSc OT /BSc OT / Dip COT) with current HCPC registration. We welcome applications from positive,enthusiasticpractitioners seeking to develop your skills and knowledge.

Working tosupportchildren and their families, you will elicit the voice of thechild, promoting theiractiveparticipation indecision-making.

If you arecommittedto providing a safechild-focused service working in partnership with multiple agencies and stakeholders, then we would welcome your application.

Please note for this role you must hold a full UK driving license and have access to a car. Mileage will be paid.

About our offer

We will offer you an in-depth, structured induction, regular high-quality supervision, on-goingsupportand career development.This is achieved through annual appraisals, internal and external CPD opportunities including post-graduate training opportunities, attendance at equipment exhibitions and conferences supportedby a role specific training offer.

Weunderstandthe need for a good a good work/life balance and flexibility,supportingyou with opportunities for group learning, peersupport, team meetings and access toemotionalwellbeingsupport/counselling.

We are based in Sleaford and follow Lincolnshire County Council's flexible working policy.

Along with a competitive salary we are offering:

• A Contributory pension

• Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work

• Flexible working policies

• Career progression opportunities

• A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more

Continuous NHS Service is recognised by Lincolnshire County Council.

If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact: Rachel Cresswell, Team Manager [e-mail]

We are interested in you, and why you would like to join us, so please include in your personal statement why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description and what you feelyou can bring to this role and to our team.

Applications close on 22nd June and interviews will be held in person on 7th July in Sleaford.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement.We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A Smarter Working Employer

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role.You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you toconnectandcollaborateremotely.We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if supportwith this is needed.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.