West Northamptonshire Council
Senior Occupational Therapist
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Senior Occupational Therapist
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We have an exciting opportunity to join Specialist Moving and Handling Team within West Northamptonshire Council. We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly skilled Occupational Therapist with substantial expertise in moving and handling, who will provide clinical leadership and drive the continued development of our specialist service.
The Specialist Moving and Handling Team works closely with:
- Adult Social Care colleagues
- West Northamptonshire care providers
- Individuals and families
In this rewarding role, you’ll support individuals to regain and maintain their independence at home, making a real difference to people’s daily lives.
- Undertake holistic assessments to support individuals, families, and both formal and informal carers with the moving and handling of people.
- Manage a varied caseload, planning and delivering effective, outcome-focused interventions.
- Develop and implement person-centred support plans that promote independence and wellbeing.
- Work closely with formal and informal care providers to ensure interventions are delivered safely, effectively, and in line with best practice.
- Communicate effectively with individuals, families, carers, and professionals, providing regular updates and feedback.
- Complete clear, accurate, and timely case notes, assessments, and reports in line with service requirements and professional standards.
- Assess for and recommend appropriate equipment and adaptations, arranging provision and providing guidance on safe and effective use.
- Support individuals to improve their independence, confidence, and safety within their home environment.
- Provide specialist moving and handling advice and guidance to colleagues, care providers, and partner agencies.
- Contribute to the development of best practice, service improvements, and high-quality outcomes across the Specialist Moving and Handling Team.
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Working Hours:
- 21 hours per week
- Monday to Thursday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
- Friday: 8:30am – 4:00pm
These hours are indicative, and flexibility will be required to meet the needs of the service.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Therapist who enjoys collaborative working, values person-centred practice and is committed to achieving positive outcomes.
You'll be joining a supportive and well-regarded team, with opportunities to:
- Develop specialist skills in moving and handling
- Support Occupational Therapy students on placement
- Contribute to service development and continuous improvement
To Be Successful, You Will:
- Hold current HCPC registration and a recognised Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
- Have experience in moving and handling, including writing moving and handling plans and the provision of equipment and adaptations.
- Be confident undertaking moving and handling assessments and Mental Capacity Assessments.
- Demonstrate sound professional judgement, including in complex situations.
- Have strong communication and team-working skills.
- Be able to effectively manage a varied caseload and prioritise competing demands.
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As This Role Involves Working Across Home, Office and Community Settings, You Must Have:
- A full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
- The ability to travel across West Northamptonshire.
We'd Love to Hear From You If You Also Have Experience In:
- Supporting, supervising, or mentoring students and junior staff.
- Delivering training to health and social care professionals.
- Service development, audit activity, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Working within multidisciplinary teams and contributing to professional forums, research, or best practice networks.
Please note: We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. Early application is therefore encouraged.
Unfortunately, West Northamptonshire Council is unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is therefore subject to an Enhanced DBS check. The post also involves regulated activity and will require a Children and Adults Barred List check.
West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
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