We have an exciting opportunity for motivated Occupational Therapists to join our adult social care service in Southampton to support our reablement service. We have just redesigned our reablement service and have far‑reaching and ambitious plans to build a sustainable adult social care service that supports our residents to live independent and fulfilling lives in communities that work together for the benefit of all.
Southampton recognises the essential role of Occupational Therapy in helping people live independent lives and is seeking innovative, creative Occupational Therapists to help build a new service. The main purpose of the role is to deliver an Occupational Therapy Service within adult social care to support a therapy‑led approach within reablement. You will gain experience in provision of equipment and minor adaptations to support independence, moving and handling, goal‑focused reablement planning, wellbeing support, prevention and signposting to other community services.
The Successful Applicant Must Be
* Innovative, creative and solution focused.
* Enthusiastic about driving improvements and providing excellent social care.
* Committed to personal development and sharing best practice.
Main Duties, Tasks & Skills Required
* Provide an Occupational Therapy service to adults with care and support needs, their families, and carers in line with statutory requirements.
* Complete occupational therapy assessments in relation to adults’ personal independence and occupations, in accordance with current legislation and in conjunction with other team members or professional workers.
* Advise and, where possible, teach methods of carrying out daily activities to help individuals overcome a disability and promote independent living.
* Recommend and provide, where appropriate, standard, specialised and moving and handling equipment and give guidance to clients and their carers in its use.
* Provide advice, information, and guidance on other services available from social services and other agencies.
* Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues, maintain written and electronic records in accordance with Directorate policies and be aware of the Directorate’s ‘Access to Records’ policy.
* Promote the Occupational Therapy service to users, colleagues, and other agencies and identify and contribute to future service developments.
* Work closely with colleagues in health care teams, private and voluntary sectors, and other directorates to achieve the best possible outcome for clients and their carers.
What We Can Offer You
Salary: The salary band for this role is £41,771-£46,141. The starting salary is £41,771 with annual progression through the salary bands.
Here at SCC we have a range of perks and benefits, a few examples are listed below.
* Death in service benefit of x3 salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution)
* Generous holiday 25–31 days, based on role and service
* Flexible working options (role‑dependent)
* Family‑friendly policies – Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for Dependents
* Training and development, including coaching and mentoring
* Health and wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networks
* Veteran‑friendly employer with the Armed Forces Covenant
* Retail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platform
* Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres
* Sustainable travel benefits – low‑emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loans
* Employee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteer
For further information on our benefits package please visit our website.
Please note: We are not able to offer Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship on this role, at this time.
Contact Details For Informal Discussion
For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact: Leah Johnstone or Sacha Khakoo by email.
Email:
Leah.johnstone@scc.gov.uk or Sacha.khakoo@scc.gov.uk
Recruitment contact details:
Tel: 023 8083 4033
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