The successful applicant must have a solution focused approach to problem solving, and be committed to working alongside the manager to develop a highly effective and efficient service, to meet the needs of both internal and external partners. This is an exciting opportunity for the successful post holder to join the service during a period of change and service development.
You will work as part of a team to undertake assessments and make recommendations in order to promote positive outcomes for our people, in line with the Ways to Well Being approach. You will adhere to regulatory standards, and legislation including the Care Act 2014, to ensure that risk is identified and managed for our people in their homes.
You will be expected to work with colleagues across Housing, Social Care, Health, and Children's Services. You must have a "can do" approach to managing challenges within the service or within assessment outcomes. You must ensure that both individual and team targets achieved. You must also have experience of successfully co‑ordinating services for people with complex needs whilst working in partnership with both internal and external partners or agencies.
The Community Occupational Therapy Service is committed to supporting the people of North Tyneside, their families and cares with appropriate assessments and interventions, whilst giving a tailored a response to support people to live independently, well and safeguarded.
Successful applicants will receive a planned induction, regular supervision and a variety of opportunities for continued professional development.
What's it like to work for us?
We know how you work is important. Our strengths‑based approach helps people to transform their lives. Known as 'Ways to Well Being', we focus on getting to know the person and what matters most to them: building the life they want, close to the people they care about.
We will provide you with an environment where your work can thrive. Through regular, supportive supervision, and manageable workloads, you'll be empowered to build excellent working relationships with the people you meet.
We believe in developing our Occupational therapy team, so you can both achieve your ambitions and make a real difference to the lives of people in North Tyneside.
Why work for us?
You’ll be joining North Tyneside Council as it delivers on bold ambitions for the next four years, following achieving a 'Good' rating from CQC. Our borough is a place where our children and young people receive outstanding education and families flourish; great care is offered to those who need it; where deprivation is tackled, and inequalities are reduced.
With nationally recognised services, ambitious plans for the future and a thriving service for children and adults, there's no better time to join North Tyneside Council.
Our People First strategy
Our People First strategy is our promise to make North Tyneside Council an exceptional place to work, where everyone can thrive and flourish. A place where people want to work, where joining our team is an exciting prospect, staying with us feels like a great decision, and building your career at North Tyneside Council is a natural progression.
As part of our People First strategy, we are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our success and the well‑being of our employees and residents. Our goal is to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome, safe and valued.
Together, we're crafting a workplace that's built on our values and a shared commitment to making a difference.
If you are passionate and committed about making a difference and want to work somewhere where you can make positive change, we will provide the right environment for you to excel.
Safeguarding
Alongside our People First strategy, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and adults at risk of harm. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to familiarise themselves with all relevant policies, procedures and guidance. Within North Tyneside, safeguarding is everybody's business.
Reasonable adjustment
Require a reasonable adjustment? If you feel a reasonable adjustment will provide additional support in both the recruitment process and within the workplace, please indicate this to the hiring manager on your application. Declaring a reasonable adjustment will not subject you to any form of discrimination when determining which applicants are successful for interview and employment with us.
Our Carbon Net‑Zero 2030 Action Plan
In 2019, North Tyneside Council declared a climate emergency. This declaration set a target to reduce the carbon footprint of the council's operations, and the borough, by 50% by 2023 and to align to the Government's net zero target of 2050.
We recognise the significant role we can play in the borough in helping to limit climate change, but we can't do this alone; we need help from all our residents, businesses, voluntary and community sectors and of course all those who apply and work for us. Together we can make North Tyneside a sustainable place to live and work for everyone in the borough.
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