Team Lead Occupational Therapist

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board; Newport; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health board is seeking a proactive Team Lead Occupational Therapist. This role involves enhancing the OT service through innovative methods and strong clinical skills. Candidates will benefit from a supportive environment and opportunities for professional growth. The position requires a degree in Occupational Therapy, HCPC registration, and extensive practice experience. Welsh language skills are desirable. Join us to contribute to pioneering healthcare solutions.

Benefits

Flexible working

Health support

Wellbeing Centre of Excellence

Extensive training

Qualifications

• HCPC registration required.
• Post-registration module or equivalent necessary.
• Extensive practice and operational management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop care pathways and innovative working methods.
• Deliver OT interventions in appropriate settings.
• Supervise less experienced OTs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Skills

Mentoring

Education

Degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy

Certificate in Leadership and/or Management

Job description

Join to apply for the Team Lead Occupational Therapist role at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.

We encourage applications from all with protected characteristics and from those in the Armed Forces Community. Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh; any application submitted through Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those in English.

Please let us know if you have any particular requirements to enable participation in the application and selection process. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed. Contact the recruiting manager listed in the job advert or the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board recruitment team at 01497 745805 option 3.

If successful at interview, you will receive your conditional offer and information pack via email. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time, so early applications are encouraged. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via the email provided in the application; please check your email regularly.

Please check your email regularly. All recruitment correspondence will be sent to the registered email address.

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board supports flexible working. There is a temporary top-up for Bands 2 and 3 to reflect the incorporation of the living wage of £12.60/hour (£24,638/year). This top-up is in place until the 2025/26 pay uplift is confirmed.

This vacancy may be withdrawn at any time if filled via internal redeployment.

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity exists in the ABUHB Occupational Therapy (OT) service for a self-motivated, proactive Team Lead Occupational Therapist. You will develop care pathways and innovative working methods to enhance the OT service. This role offers a chance to grow your skills within a supportive, dynamic environment.

Main duties of the job

• Demonstrate strong clinical and decision-making skills, especially working with individuals with high clinical frailty scores.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills, initiative, and flexibility.
• Ensure the delivery of OT interventions in the most appropriate setting, meeting individual needs and high standards of safe, compassionate care.
• Welsh language skills are desirable; applications from Welsh and English speakers are equally welcome.

Working for our organisation

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation committed to caring. We provide a supportive workplace where trust and value are paramount. We serve a population of 650,000, employing over 16,000 staff, with opportunities across various specialties and career stages.

We offer extensive training, flexible working, health support, and a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence. Our Clinical Futures strategy aims to deliver care closer to home and high-quality hospital services. Join us to help pioneer innovative healthcare solutions.

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential:

• Degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Post-registration module (CQFW level 7, 20/30 credits) or equivalent
• Accredited practice placement educator
• Certificate in Leadership and/or Management

Desirable:

• Member of relevant COT Specialist Section

Experience

Essential:

• Extensive practice experience
• Operational management experience
• Senior OT level experience
• Involvement in service planning
• Supervisory experience of less experienced OTs

Desirable:

• Line management responsibilities

Skills and Attributes

Essential:

• Ability to assess, plan, and deliver specialized treatments
• Reflective practitioner with analytical skills
• Mentoring and supervision skills
• Understanding of local OT systems
• Knowledge of clinical governance and risk management principles
• Leadership capability within an OT team
• Commitment to leadership and clinical development

Desirable:

• Welsh language skills (levels 1-5)

Other Requirements

• Satisfactory enhanced DBS clearance including Adults Barred List
• Ability to travel within geographical areas
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)