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SalaryWe are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist with leadership and management skills (NHS band 8a equivalent )
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist with leadership skills to assist children and young people with disabilities through the promotion of independence, skill acquisition and support for care provision. This role is based in Sleaford with some travel required around the county and hybrid working available.
Our Children's Services is rated by Ofsted as Outstanding and reflects the quality of service delivered to children, young people and families within Lincolnshire. Families we have worked with have said:
The Occupational Therapy intervention has 'genuinely changed the life of our daughters'
I was 'kept informed throughout....respected and my child's needs taken into account'
Using the PEOP model we provide support through provision of advice, equipment and recommendations for adaptations supporting children, young people and their carers in the home environment.
About the Team
This is a newly created post recognising the need for clear Occupational Therapy leadership to maintain high professional standards with a strategic overview.
For us great work starts with great people; those who enjoy being part of a dynamic team, working closely with colleagues across health and social care. We are looking for a Team Manager who can bring their individual style, skills and aptitude to this role. We are forward-thinking and extremely passionate about the work we do and the difference we can make. We are committed to supporting Occupational Therapy students; actively building links with the local universities both as placement educators and as guest lecturers.
You will:
Ensure the provision of high quality and effective Occupational Therapy to meet the needs of children and their families, in a timely manner meeting relevant KPI’s.
Represent the service within multi-agency forums and to contribute to the development of policy and practice in Children’s Services.
Ensure the Occupational Therapy service is fully integrated within the wider Children's Services in order to promote positive outcomes for children and their families.
Be accountable for the direction, delivery, and performance of the team, incorporating assessment and appropriate management of risk.
Develop the team with a multidisciplinary approach using developed managerial and leadership skills underpinned by quality improvement knowledge promote excellent working practice, promoting the rights of service users in line with national and regional strategies.
We have team members who are involved in promoting Occupational Therapy at county and national level; working to promote good practice. These activities reflect our drive to provide a high-quality, evidence-based service.
About You
You will be an qualified Occupational Therapist (MSc OT /BSc OT / Dip COT) with current HCPC registration and experience of leadership and management We welcome applications from positive, enthusiastic leaders seeking to develop your skills and knowledge in the social care arena.
If you are committed to providing a safe child-focused service working in partnership with multiple agencies and stakeholders, then we would welcome your application.
Please note for this role you must hold a full driving license and have access to a car, mileage will be paid.
About our offer
We will offer you an in-depth, structured induction, regular high-quality supervision, on-going support and career development. This is achieved through annual appraisals, internal and external CPD opportunities including post-graduate training opportunities.
We understand the need for a good a good work/life balance and flexibility, supporting you with opportunities for group learning, peer support, team meetings and access to emotional wellbeing support/counselling.
Along with a competitive salary we are also offering:
• A Contributory pension
• Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
• Flexible working policies
• Career progression opportunities
• A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more
For more information on the benefits of working for Lincolnshire County Council please see our rewards and benefits brochure.
We are interested in you, and why you would like to join us, so please include in your personal statement why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description and what you feel you can bring to this role and to our team.
If you would like an informal discussion about this role please contact Team Manager Karen Dowman via email karen.dowman@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Applications close on 11th February 2024 and interviews will be held week commencing 21st of February in person in Sleaford.
Best of luck with your application!
A Smarter Working Employer
We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.
Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
