Occupational Therapist HCC622810

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Winchester seeks a dedicated Occupational Therapist to perform holistic assessments and create tailored intervention plans. You will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to help individuals regain independence in daily life. Applicants will require HCPC registration and experience in social care, enabling them to lead assessments, guiding both clients and professionals. This role offers a supportive work environment with competitive salary and employee benefits, including development opportunities.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Supportive supervision and learning opportunities

Health assistance program

Generous annual leave

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist.
• Experience in social care model and statutory duties.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead in assessing and planning complex cases.
• Deliver person-centred assessments and interventions.
• Collaborate with professionals across health and social care.

Skills

Occupational Therapy qualification

Understanding of local government duties

Supervisory experience

Assessment and planning experience

Ability to work independently

Education

Professional registration with HCPC

Job description

If youre aqualified Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration wed love tohear from you!

In thisrewarding role, youll carry out home visits to deliver holistic assessments,develop tailored intervention plans, and review progress. Youll workcollaboratively within our multi-disciplinary Reablement Service - astrengths-based, short-term service designed to help people maintain or regainindependence in their daily lives.

If yourepassionate about empowering individuals and making a real difference, this isthe perfect opportunity to join a friendly, forward-thinking team.

Travel Requirements

You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire and it is essential that you have a current drivers licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis. All travel will be paid from your office base.

Main duties of the job

• Take the lead on assessing, planning, and reviewing complex cases, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Deliver person-centred functional assessments and interventions that empower individuals to maintain or regain independence in daily life.
• Collaborate closely with a diverse team of professionals, including Occupational Therapists, practitioners, carers, sensory specialists, and business support staff.
• Work autonomously, providing expert guidance and support to colleagues, underpinned by social care legislation and clinical best practice.
• Contribute to a service that operates seven days a week, with weekend working required on a rotational basis (approximately 1 in 8 weekends) and some bank holidays.

What were looking for:

• Occupational Therapy qualification and professional registration with HCPC.
• Understanding of the statutory duties of local government in social care and the social care model.
• Some experience of supervising staff.
• Experience in assessment, planning and reviewing of case work.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, escalating cases as required.
• Commitment to demonstrating our values and behaviours.

About us

• Make a Difference:Work in collaborative partnership with organisations across Health and Social care to maximise independence, prevent hospital admissions, and facilitate rapid discharge from hospital to improve outcomes for the people of Hampshire.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for experienced and newly qualified Occupational Therapists.If you are newly qualified, we are also able to offer a preceptorship programme.
• Professional Development: Supportive supervision and continuous learning opportunities, including formal qualification routes.
• 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.

Other roles you may have experience in may include: Rehabilitation Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Reablement Practitioner, Rehabilitation Specialist.

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

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£40,643 to £45,077 a yearplus Market Supplement of £2000 per annum