Adults Senior Occupational Therapist
Details
- Reference: SCC/TP/287930/2433
- Positions: 2
- Salary: £46,399 - £49,588 per annum
- Category: Occupational Therapy
- Contract type: Permanent
- Working hours: 36 hours per week
- Posted on: 27 January 2025
- Closing date: 23 March 2025
- Directorate: Adults, Wellbeing & Health Partnerships
- Location: Woking or Spelthorne
Description
This role has a starting salary of £46,399 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week (pro-rata for part-time staff).
North West Surrey are excited to announce they are currently looking for two experienced Senior Occupational Therapists to join their friendly teams. Our vacancies are:
- 1 x full-time position with the Woking Locality Team based at 35 Guildford Road, Quadrant Court, 35 Guildford Road, Woking, GU22 7QQ. (It is our intention to move within the local area to Victoria Gate in Central Woking later this year).
- 1 x full-time position with the Spelthorne Locality Team based at the Ashford Centre, Stanwell Road, Ashford, Middlesex, TW15 3DU (part-time applications are also welcomed for this role).
These roles are hybrid, with a mixture of working in the office and from home, aiming for full time staff to be in the office 2-3 days per week.
"I joined the team with no prior knowledge in occupational therapy, since then I have gained invaluable practical training and support from my colleagues. Now, as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, I've acquired abilities I never imagined I would and consider the job both fulfilling and inspiring. Our inclusive and uplifting team culture, along with our approachable and supportive manager, makes this a truly inspiring place to work. If you're looking for a fulfilling, hands-on role where you can grow while making a difference, the Woking Locality occupational therapy team is the place to be." ~ Uche Iweibo, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Woking Locality Team
Rewards and Benefits
- 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
- Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
- An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
- Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
- Paternity, adoption and dependants leave
- A generous local government salary related pension
- Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
- 2 paid volunteering days per year
- Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
About the Team
We are two caring and committed teams serving residents who find themselves in need of drawing on care and support.
We work with residents who are over 65 who may need care and support, as well as those 65 and younger who have physical disabilities, illness or sensory impairments. The teams work closely with carers, family members and partner organisations to enable residents to live their best possible lives, without leaving anyone behind. We are committed to ensuring carers and family members feel supported, given the vital role they perform in the life of those who matter most to them. We are a professional team made up of Social Care and Occupational Therapy Assistants, Social Workers and Occupational Therapists.
We are committed to learning and development, at both an individual and team level - this is a priority for us.
We are professional teams made up of Social Care and Occupational Therapy Assistants, Social Workers and Occupational Therapists. We are committed to learning and development, at both an individual and team level - this is a priority for us.
About the Role
No two days are the same and this diverse role requires professional experience of assessing for major adaptations, specialised equipment and completing moving and handling risk assessments. Our aim is to support our residents to live meaningful lives within the community, the very essence of occupational therapy.
As a Senior Occupational Therapist you will conduct holistic assessments of social care needs and planning support across a dedicated caseload. Working closely with families, carers and care workers, you'll play a vital role in supporting people from diverse backgrounds, with a wide range of needs.
We offer regular supervision to all our staff every month, plus we provide informal support from the wider team. The value of occupational therapists is well recognised within our team, which enables us to fully utilise our skills and strengths to achieve positive outcomes, focussing on what is important to the individuals we work with.
Surrey County Council's innovative Smart Working in Occupational Therapy (SWOT) approach was honoured at the national Local Government Chronicle (LGC) awards ceremony, recognising our success in transforming how we manage Occupational Therapy support requests.
We're thrilled to announce that the Reigate & Banstead Locality Team has won a prestigious LGC Workforce Award for 'Smart Working' in Occupational Therapy!
This achievement highlights the dedication of our Team for the impactful 'Five Steps' programme and our SWOT approach impressed attendees from councils across the UK, sparking requests to learn more about its effective methods.
We're excited to see SWOT rolled out more widely across Surrey to support our residents. Now is the time to join Surrey County Council as you will become part of the Number 1 Occupational Therapy services in the country.
Shortlisting Criteria
To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:
- Professional qualification in Occupational Therapy and current registration with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Experience of working within a social care, health or community focused multi-disciplinary setting
- Ability to complete person centred and proportionate OT assessments
- Familiarity with moving and handling equipment such as hoists and stand aids
- Knowledge of medical conditions and the likely impact on the individual, carer and family
- Knowledge of current legislation, including the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act and its application to practice in a social care setting.
- Substantial post-qualification professional experience and experience of providing professional supervision (support and training to further these skills will be provided)
Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job.
Contact details
Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact:
- Woking – Samantha Spanswick by email at samantha.spanswick@surreycc.gov.uk or by telephone on 01483 519817.
- Spelthorne - Jasmine Bessey by e-mail at jasmine.bessey@surreycc.gov.uk or by telephone on 01932 795292.
This job advert will close at 23:59 on 23rd March 2025 although applications will be reviewed, and appointments made, on an on-going basis.
Please select your preference in location when submitting your application.
Our Values
Our values are as important as our abilities and shape who we are as an organisation. Discover more about our values.
Our values are as important as our abilities and shape who we are as an organisation. Discover more about our values.
Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description. Our Life at Surrey handbook provides insights of the culture at Surrey and how as a valued employee, you can help shape our Council.
Our Commitment
Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where:
- The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
- The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form
Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
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