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Walsall Council, Advanced Practitioner - Ref: SS01725
Grade: G10 £47 181 – £50 269 per annum
Are you an Occupational Therapist with at least 2 years post qualification experience working in a social care, learning disabilities, mental health or younger adults setting? If so, then this could be the post for you.
About The Job
The Enablement Team is part of our new approach to Adult Social Care and is one element of our Pathway to Independence Service alongside our Community Reablement and Prevention and Early Intervention teams.
Enablement is a therapy led team with a focus on younger adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs or who are neurodivergent, supporting them through a programme of enablement to maximise their independence and achieve their individual outcomes.
You will be responsible for the day-to-day practice of the Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants within the Enablement Team.
As Advanced Practitioner you will prioritise and allocate work and support the OT staff group to manage caseloads effectively ensuring compliance with our Performance Framework.
Working in partnership with the Team Manager you will ensure practice is of the highest standard and aligns with our Quality Assurance Framework, identifying and where appropriate addressing any development needs.
About You
* Minimum of 2 years post qualifying experience preferably working in a similar setting.
* Experience of managing complex case work and of supervising staff, students and/or apprentices.
What Can We Offer
* Access to additional training including post qualifying awards.
* Hybrid working and Flexible Working/Flexi Time Policies to support you in meeting the needs of the business and maintaining a good work/life balance.
* A robust supervision policy, Continuous Improvement Conversations and Personal Development Plans, regular CPD and peer support.
* Payment of HCPC registration fees will be met by the Local Authority.
* Onsite OT assessment facility.
If you would like to know more about this role, please contact: Sue Lloyd, Group Manager on 07721062980 or email sue.lloyd@walsall.gov.uk
Closing Date for applications: 14th November 2025
This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English. Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children, young people and adults entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment. Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for this role.
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