Occupational Therapist
| Posting date: | 03 October 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,745 to £38,223 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £35,745 to £38,223 per annum (£18.53 - £19.81 per hour)-Pay Award Pending |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 October 2024 |
| Location: | BA2 1RS |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Bath & North East Somerset Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | RITM0184120 |
Summary
At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives.
An opportunity has arisen to join our forward-thinking Adult Social Care Occupational Therapy Team which covers the beautiful World Heritage City of Bath and surrounding area across Bath and North East Somerset.
We are a friendly and supportive team of OTs and OTAs and are passionate about the service we offer. You will have a comprehensive induction period, regular supervision and the opportunity to attend our Peer Supervision group to share best practice. The role is hybrid, with a mix of office days and working from home days.
If you are an experienced and motivated occupational therapist looking to develop your skills as a Social Care Occupational Therapist read on!
Your role
As a Social Care Occupational Therapist your days will be varied and fulfilling and include:
- Undertaking assessments for adults in their own homes who have complex and long-term physical disabilities, to prevent, reduce or delay the need for care.
- Making recommendations for minor and major home adaptations
- Assessing for simple and specialised equipment to promote independence and safety at home.
- Carrying out moving and handling risk assessments and promoting single handed care when possible
- Performing postural management and seating assessments
- Carrying out assessments for re-housing applications
- Providing supervision for occupational therapy aides.
- Supporting OT students/ OT apprentices
About You
You are an experienced occupational therapist with a minimum of 2 years working in Health or Adult Social Care, and with HCPC registration.
You have knowledge of the legislation that applies to social care practice.
You have strong communication skills and organisational skills.
Due to the nature of the role being a car driver is essential.
Why B&NES Council?
We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. These include:
A competitive salary package.
A range of flexible working and hybrid working options, including flexi-time, four regional offices and home-working, dependent on service requirements* Dependant on job role
A generous holiday allowance and special leave provisions
The Local Government Pension Scheme
A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme – whatever life throws at you; we are committed to supporting you and your well-being at work and home
Professional and personal development including in-house training and accredited qualifications including Aspiring Manager and Leadership Development
Discount scheme including the VECTIS card that offers numerous local discounts including cycle to work and free entry to numerous local attractions with B&NES
If you require more details after reading the job description, please contact: Alison Thomas, Service Manager, Occupational Therapy by email : alison_thomas9@bathnes.gov.uk
Interview date: TBC
About Bath & North East Somerset Council.
Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.
Why Bath & North East Somerset Council?
We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits
At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve peoples live. Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity
We are a Disability Confident Employer – find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW
Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced/Basic DBS Check.
Safeguarding Statement: The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.
An opportunity has arisen to join our forward-thinking Adult Social Care Occupational Therapy Team which covers the beautiful World Heritage City of Bath and surrounding area across Bath and North East Somerset.
We are a friendly and supportive team of OTs and OTAs and are passionate about the service we offer. You will have a comprehensive induction period, regular supervision and the opportunity to attend our Peer Supervision group to share best practice. The role is hybrid, with a mix of office days and working from home days.
If you are an experienced and motivated occupational therapist looking to develop your skills as a Social Care Occupational Therapist read on!
Your role
As a Social Care Occupational Therapist your days will be varied and fulfilling and include:
- Undertaking assessments for adults in their own homes who have complex and long-term physical disabilities, to prevent, reduce or delay the need for care.
- Making recommendations for minor and major home adaptations
- Assessing for simple and specialised equipment to promote independence and safety at home.
- Carrying out moving and handling risk assessments and promoting single handed care when possible
- Performing postural management and seating assessments
- Carrying out assessments for re-housing applications
- Providing supervision for occupational therapy aides.
- Supporting OT students/ OT apprentices
About You
You are an experienced occupational therapist with a minimum of 2 years working in Health or Adult Social Care, and with HCPC registration.
You have knowledge of the legislation that applies to social care practice.
You have strong communication skills and organisational skills.
Due to the nature of the role being a car driver is essential.
Why B&NES Council?
We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. These include:
A competitive salary package.
A range of flexible working and hybrid working options, including flexi-time, four regional offices and home-working, dependent on service requirements* Dependant on job role
A generous holiday allowance and special leave provisions
The Local Government Pension Scheme
A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme – whatever life throws at you; we are committed to supporting you and your well-being at work and home
Professional and personal development including in-house training and accredited qualifications including Aspiring Manager and Leadership Development
Discount scheme including the VECTIS card that offers numerous local discounts including cycle to work and free entry to numerous local attractions with B&NES
If you require more details after reading the job description, please contact: Alison Thomas, Service Manager, Occupational Therapy by email : alison_thomas9@bathnes.gov.uk
Interview date: TBC
About Bath & North East Somerset Council.
Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.
Why Bath & North East Somerset Council?
We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits
At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve peoples live. Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity
We are a Disability Confident Employer – find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW
Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced/Basic DBS Check.
Safeguarding Statement: The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.