Senior Occupational Therapist HCC623016

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; Hybride; GBP 42 000 - 47 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Annual leave entitlement

Occupational sick pay

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Employee Assistance Programme

Résumé du poste

Hampshire County Council in Winchester is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist (HCPC registered) to lead complex paediatric and social care cases. You will deliver person-centred assessments, empower children and drive high standards of practice across the team.

The role supports East Hampshire with offices in Havant, Alton, and Basingstoke. Hybrid pattern: 3 days remote, 2 days in the office. Competitive benefits and a market supplement for senior OT roles.

Qualifications

• OT qualification and HCPC registration are mandatory.
• Experience in paediatric and/or adults’ social care settings is required.
• Knowledge of local government social care duties and relevant legislation is essential.
• Ability to supervise and support a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience leading assessments, managing a demanding caseload and prioritising tasks.

Responsabilités

• Lead complex casework and assess, plan and manage high-risk cases.
• Provide supervision and expert advice on complex cases.
• Review and prioritise waiting lists; authorise referrals and allocate cases.
• Collaborate with Health professionals, Housing Associations and local councils.
• Promote training and professional development within the team.

Connaissances

HCPC registration

Leadership

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration (professional)

Description du poste

Joining our countywide Children and Families Occupational Therapy Service as a qualified and experienced Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration, you’ll be committed to working in a strengths-based way. You’ll deliver person-centred functional assessments and interventions that empower children to complete everyday activities. Modelling best practice and leading on high-risk and complex cases, you’ll be instrumental in shaping occupational therapy practice and supporting the professional growth of our practitioners.

Your commitment to making a meaningful impact will be key in delivering specialist equipment and home adaptation services that empower disabled children to thrive in their own homes. This role offers an exciting opportunity to advance your leadership skills while influencing clinical practice and improving the lives of children across Hampshire.

What you’ll do:

• Lead complex casework: Assess, plan and manage high-risk cases to support children with physical and learning disabilities, Autism and ADHD. Complete moving and handling plans to implement home adaptations.
• Provide regular supervision and support: Mentor Occupational Therapists, students and Occupational Therapy Assistants and deliver expert advice on complex cases underpinned by social care legislation and clinical best practice.
• Enhance service delivery: Review, screen and prioritise waiting lists. Authorise referrals, allocate cases and brief team members.
• Encourage partnership working: Work closely with a diverse team of Health professionals and promote collaboration with Borough, District and City Council staff and Housing Associations.
• Champion continuous development: Foster personal growth and ongoing professional development among team members by actively promoting training opportunities.

You’ll predominantly support team members and service users across East Hampshire. We have office locations in Havant, Alton and Basingstoke, therefore you'll be based at the office location closest to your home. You may still need to travel across the county when required.

What we’re looking for:

• Occupational Therapy qualification and professional registration with HCPC.
• Experience of working within paediatric and/or adults’ social care, community or hospital-based services.
• Understanding of the statutory duties of local government in social care and relevant children-related legislation alongside moving and handling issues.
• Ability to supervise and support a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in leading assessments, managing a demanding caseload, and effectively prioritising tasks.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, escalating cases as required.
• Commitment to demonstrating our values and behaviours.
• Make a difference: Play a vital role in enhancing children’s independence, developing their skills, and improving their daily lives.
• Career growth: Opportunities to develop your leadership skills. Our Senior Occupational Therapists are paid a market supplement of £4,500 per annum.
• Professional Development: Supportive supervision and continuous learning opportunities.
• Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life.
• 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.

To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website.

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

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

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Senior Occupational Therapist HCC623016

Company: Hampshire County Council Salary: £41,985 to £46,565 a year Hours: Full-time Location: Winchester, SO23 8UJ Working pattern: Hybrid - 3 days remote Job type: Permanent Posting date: 22 Oct 2026 Closing date: 19 Nov 2026

Summary

Joining our countywide Children and Families Occupational Therapy Service as a qualified and experienced Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration, you’ll be committed to working in a strengths-based way. You’ll deliver person-centred functional assessments and interventions that empower children to complete everyday activities. Modelling best practice and leading on high-risk and complex cases, you’ll be instrumental in shaping occupational therapy practice and supporting the professional growth of our practitioners.

Your commitment to making a meaningful impact will be key in delivering specialist equipment and home adaptation services that empower disabled children to thrive in their own homes. This role offers an exciting opportunity to advance your leadership skills while influencing clinical practice and improving the lives of children across Hampshire.

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