occupational therapists

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Llidiart y Parc; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Free meals for staff on duty

Group pension plan

NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card

Job summary

Cygnet Health Care is seeking an ambitious Occupational Therapist to lead and develop occupational therapy provision at Cygnet Afon Las, a brand-new 15-bed neurocognitive service for men in Corwen, opening early 2027.

The post holder will lead OT provision within an interdisciplinary team and supervise the OT Assistant. An experienced Band 7 or a strong Band 6 ready to step up is encouraged to apply, with structured support and supervision provided.

Qualifications

• Band 7 experience or strong Band 6 ready to take next step.
• Ability to lead and develop occupational therapy provision.
• Clinical supervision of OT Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop occupational therapy provision as part of interdisciplinary team.
• Provide clinical supervision of the Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Develop service from the outset and shape neurorehabilitation provision.

Skills

Leadership

Occupational Therapy

Clinical supervision

Teamwork

Job description

Are you passionate about neurorehabilitation and looking for an opportunity to shape and develop occupational therapy within a specialist neurocognitive service? We are looking for an ambitious Occupational Therapist to lead and develop occupational therapy provision at Cygnet Afon Las, a brand-new specialist service in Corwen. Whether you are an experienced Band 7 or a strong Band 6 ready to take your next step, we can offer structured support, specialist supervision and a unique opportunity to establish occupational therapy provision from the outset. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the independence, occupational participation and quality of life of men with complex and enduring neurocognitive needs., The post holder will work at Cygnet Afon Las, leading and developing occupational therapy provision as part of the interdisciplinary team. They will also be responsible for the clinical supervision of the Occupational Therapy Assistant., Cygnet Afon Las is a brand-new, 15-bed neurocognitive service for men, scheduled to open in early 2027. The service will provide specialist assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and longer-term support for individuals with complex and enduring neurocognitive needs who may be unable to access more traditional neurorehabilitation services or live safely and independently within the community., Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Are you passionate about neurorehabilitation and looking for an opportunity to shape and develop occupational therapy within a specialist neurocognitive service? We are looking for an ambitious Occupational Therapist to lead and develop occupational therapy provision at Cygnet Afon Las, a brand-new specialist service in Corwen. Whether you are an experienced Band 7 or a strong Band 6 ready to take your next step, we can offer structured support, specialist supervision and a unique opportunity to establish occupational therapy provision from the outset. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the independence, occupational participation and quality of life of men with complex and enduring neurocognitive needs., Cygnet Afon Las is a brand-new, 15-bed neurocognitive service for men, scheduled to open in early 2027. The service will provide specialist assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and longer-term support for individuals with complex and enduring neurocognitive needs who may be unable to access more traditional neurorehabilitation services or live safely and independently within the community. Individuals may present with long-standing acquired brain injury, cognitive impairment, dementia or other neurodegenerative conditions, sometimes alongside complex physical health needs. Some may also have complex risk histories, including previous offending, and may be subject to Ministry of Justice restrictions. Afon Las will provide a structured and therapeutic hospital environment in which individual needs and risks can be safely supported. Referrals may be received from a range of pathways, including community, neurosurgical, neurorehabilitation and custodial settings. Through interdisciplinary working, the service will maximise person-centred outcomes, occupational participation, independence and quality of life, while keeping each individual at the heart of their care and rehabilitation. Occupational Therapy Directorate Under the leadership of our occupational therapy directors, we support over 165 Occupational Therapists. Working together as a large team we provide support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development. Every service line has a clinical lead occupational therapist to lead and develop evidence based practice and agreed occupational therapy pathway. We ensure our occupational therapists have a voice through participating in service model development, utilising the expertise and support of our clinical lead occupational therapists.
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Across our 11 different service lines, we have evidence-based established models of care to ensure we provide the highest quality care and support. Our dedicated and expert teams of over 10 000 employees, support over 2800 individuals in a range of services across England, Scotland and Wales. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care, through co-production, recovery and rehabilitation. With over 150 Occupational Therapists, we work together as a large team providing support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development., Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services in England, Scotland and Wales.

• Free parking
• Free meals for staff on duty
• Group pension plan helping you save for your future
• NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card (includes big brand discounts)
• Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice.
• Plus much more

A career at Cygnet comes with excellent benefits. Whether its saving you money on the high street, with healthcare, holidays & leisure or securing your future with professional development and a pension we support you to be happy both in & out of work.