Position
£36,363 - £40,777 | Permanent | Occupational Therapist | WES (Wellbeing and Early Support) | Prevention Service | Adult Social Care
Overview
This is an incredibly exciting time to join our service. We have launched Living Better Lives in Lancashire, our new strengths‑based vision for Adult Social Care. Through this we are embedding innovative practice that will make a real difference to the lives of people in our communities. We are looking for Occupational Therapists to help us deliver our vision of supporting people to achieve what matters to them, living independently in a place they call home.
Collaboration and co‑production are at the heart of what we do. Working alongside partners, community organisations, carers, and most importantly the people we support to shape meaningful and personalised outcomes.
Role
Joining the WES (Wellbeing and Early Support) team as an Occupational Therapist, you will work with people at the earliest point, offering information, advice, guidance and strengths‑based support that helps them access the right help at the right time. You will focus on prevention, wellbeing and building on community and personal strengths to help people stay independent for longer. We have roles across all areas of the County.
What we offer
* Supportive and inclusive team environment, regular supervision, and ongoing opportunities for professional development.
* Attractive staff benefits and generous annual leave.
* Professional development through the Social Care Academy.
Our values
* Supportive and Innovative: Blend of supportive and innovative thinking, coming up with fresh ideas to achieve the best outcomes for people.
* Empathy: Compassion and empathy to support people, listening to what they need, while ensuring they feel valued and respected.
Reasons to Join Us
* Great Annual Leave: Up to 32 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and 2 additional statutory days during the festive season. You can also purchase additional leave.
* Financial Benefits: Generous Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contribution. Relocation reimbursement package for those needing to move.
* Training and Development: Excellent induction through the Social Care Academy and ongoing support for career and professional development.
* Health and Wellbeing: Wellbeing Support Programme for you and your family.
* Staff Discounts: Access to discounts through Vivup, covering car lease scheme, shopping, entertainment, gym memberships, holidays, and more.
Additional Information
We embrace diversity and have a range of support groups and networks for staff, including the Forum of Asian Black and Ethnic Employees (FABEE), the Disabled Workers Forum, and the LGBTQ+ Employee Network.
Social Work applicants must be registered with Social Work England (SWE) to be appointed as a Social Worker or have applied to register with SWE.
The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful, you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.
You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post, and you must be insured for business use.
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