School Communications Manager

London South Bank University; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university seeks a qualified Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC to promote inclusive practices and manage Adult Social Care staff. The role requires significant post-qualification experience within statutory services, focusing on effective team leadership and championing the occupational therapy profession. The successful candidate will also engage in policy development, supervision of staff, and leading improvements in practice. A commitment to high-quality, person-centred care is essential. Applications close on December 28, 2025.

Qualifications

• You must be a qualified Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC.
• Experience in statutory Adult Services as a senior practitioner or team manager.
• Experience managing Adult Social Care staff and providing professional supervision.

Responsibilities

• Promote inclusive practice and champion occupational therapy.
• Lead team through transformational improvements within Adult Social Care.
• Deputise for the Deputy Head of Service as required.

Skills

Promoting inclusive practice

Critical reflection

Policy development

Data analysis and reporting

Team management leadership

Education

Qualified Occupational Therapist

Significant post-qualification experience

Job description

About The Community Occupational Therapy and Sensory Service

The team co‑ordinates the provision of occupational therapy and sensory services, advising on equipment and adaptations for the short term as well as complex specialist long‑term support in the community. The service ensures the delivery of high‑quality, person‑centred, strengths‑based practice that champions the independence and wellbeing of Hackney's residents. We focus on the assessment of individuals within a home environment and managing complex casework related to physical disabilities and the provision of specialist equipment and adaptations. This service boasts an integrated adaptation and home improvement service which works in partnership and alongside the occupational therapy and sensory service. Care Act Assessments are completed collaboratively with the resident, family members, carers and other involved professionals, to ensure that the service users' long‑term care and support needs are assessed and that any newly arising concerns or needs are addressed.

Candidates Will Need To

• Promote inclusive practice across your team and champion the occupational therapy profession within and beyond the organisation.
• Use critical reflection to enhance your own and others' practice, recognise knowledge gaps and foster a culture of learning.
• Apply ethical, legal, and human rights frameworks to complex decision‑making.
• Experience and enthusiasm in policy development and to lead the team through transformational improvements within Adult Social Care.
• Demonstrate awareness of effective OT and social care models and interventions.
• Experience of analysing and reporting on performance through the use of data and dashboards.
• A commitment to recruitment and retention of staff and growing our permanent workforce.
• Deputise for the Deputy Head of Service and, where required, lead and support fellow Team Managers.

Qualifications And Professional Registration

• You will need to be a qualified Occupational Therapist and be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council.
• You will also have a significant level of post‑qualification experience within statutory Adult Services as a senior practitioner or at team manager level.
• You will need to have experience of managing Adult Social Care staff, providing professional supervision to Occupational Therapists, OTA's, Trusted Assessors, Students and applying HR policies and procedures.
• You will need to have experience of working with a range of adults that are eligible for adult social care.
• You will be required to promote a culture of integrated working and high‑quality person‑centred practice.

About Hackney

An Enhanced DBS is required for this role. Hackney ASC vision: we want people to achieve what matters to them, in partnership with our communities in Hackney. Where they need support, together we can find a solution that keeps them safe, well, and independent.

Closing and Application Details

Closing date for applications: 28 December 2025 (22:59). Interview date: January 2026.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under‑represented in our workforce.