Shared Services Partnership
Location
Abingdon, Oxfordshire | United Kingdom
Job description
Salary range: £35,745 - £42,403 per annum
Work location: South Oxfordshire (hybrid working from home and office base in Abingdon)
Hours per week: 37 - we are open to discussions about flexible working
Contract type: Permanent
Vetting requirements: This role is subject to a Criminal Records Check
Closing date: Friday 29th March 2024 – We are constantly reviewing applications and if you are successfully shortlisted, you will be contacted for interview before the closing date
Are you an Occupational Therapist who has drive and is looking to go the extra mile for the people you work with? Would you like to work as part of an organisation that supports, values and recognises your dedication to delivering creative interventions.
Oxfordshire County Council has fantastic opportunities for enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapists to join our fast-paced and dynamic service within Adult Social Care working in the South locality, based at Abbey House in Abingdon.
The South Adult Social Care team works with the most vulnerable adults across the South of Oxfordshire providing support for people to live their most fulfilling lives. We do this by working creatively and efficiently, utilising community resources and working in collaboration with our Health and Housing colleagues, whilst ensuring people are always the heart their own decision making. We proactively encourage people to maximise their independence and safety to live well within their community.
The team is made up of Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and Coordinators who work together to provide the right support to people when they need it most. We are currently looking for Occupational Therapists to join our friendly team who are motivated and share Oxfordshire County Councils values of daring to do things differently, always learning, be kind and caring, value difference in others and take responsibility for actively contributing to delivering the best for all.
You will be responsible for providing Occupational Therapy services in the South Oxfordshire community to adults, their families and carers in line with the requirements of the Care Act 2014 and any other legislation and guidance as may be relevant including the HCPC codes of practice. You will use a strength-based approach to create opportunities and build resilience so that people live their lives as independently as possible. The range of experience you will gain is vast. You can for example use your skills to work with people who have a neurological condition, autism, learning disability or mental health issues.
You will receive supervision, support and training opportunities to ensure you have the skills required. We have a career progression programme, and actively encourage opportunities to enhance your skills. Opportunities for job swaps, rotation or secondments are available for example working with our Home First team, Housing or health partners.
You will require creative problem-solving skills as well as an ability to demonstrate accurate and clear recording. You will also need to possess or have the potential to develop specialist skills, for example in moving and handling, and be registered as an Occupational Therapist with the HCPC.
You should have the ability to travel to and access a variety of premises across Oxfordshire. The South team serves the South of Oxfordshire including Henley, Wallingford, Didcot and the surrounding areas however you may be expected to travel across the County for training as required. Your office base will at Abbey House, Abingdon but you will be expected to work agilely to meet the needs of the service.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Leanne Gabbidon, Team Manager, on 01865 897190 or [email protected] .
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.
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As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.
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Flexible Working
We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.
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