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Senior Occupational Therapist
Salary: GBP36,454 + (Depending on experience) + Potential Location Allowance *
Location: Ayr, Scotland
A fantastic new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Senior Occupational Therapist to work in an exceptional low secure hospital based in the Ayr, Scotland area. This would be ideal for an OT stepping up or an experienced Senior Occupational Therapist looking to further their career with a leading team. You will be working for one of the UK's leading healthcare providers.
This specialist mental health service provides care for males and females with mental illness. Previous forensic experience is not essential and applications are welcomed from Occupational Therapists with a background in mental health services.
The service has a well-established and supportive Occupational Therapy department of approximately 4-5 Occupational Therapists, providing excellent peer support, supervision, and opportunities for ongoing professional development.
To Be Considered For This Position You Must
- Hold a Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Be registered with the HCPC.
- Have a minimum of 2 years post-registration experience.
- Experience working within mental health services. Occupational Therapists looking to progress into a senior role are encouraged.
Key Responsibilities
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As the Senior Occupational Therapist, your key responsibilities will include:
- Work collaboratively with other Occupational Therapy Service Leads, contributing to service development across specialist areas.
- Take a lead role in the development, implementation, and review of local policies and procedures to deliver a high-quality, evidence-based Occupational Therapy service.
- Act as a source of specialist Occupational Therapy knowledge and expertise for service users, relatives, and multidisciplinary colleagues.
- Manage and coordinate the day-to-day delivery of Occupational Therapy services.
- Undertake comprehensive occupational therapy assessments, including specialist assessments such as sensory assessments where appropriate.
- Manage your own specialist caseload using evidence-based practice and client-centered principles to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate interventions across hospital and community settings.
- Support and supervise junior Occupational Therapists, assistants, and students where appropriate.
- Work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team to develop individualized rehabilitation and recovery-focused treatment programs.
Preferred Skills and Experience
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial:
- Previous experience supervising staff or leading a team is desirable but not essential.
- Strong clinical assessment and intervention skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Passion for supporting individuals with complex mental health needs to maximize independence and recovery.
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Benefits
The successful Senior Occupational Therapist will receive a competitive salary of GBP36,454 per annum, with higher salaries available depending on experience. There is also the possibility of a location allowance/package *.
This exciting permanent full-time position is based on 37.5 hours per week, with a healthy work-life balance. Working hours are generally Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, although the service offers flexibility around working days and hours where possible.
In return for your hard work and commitment, you will receive the following generous benefits:
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata)
- Your birthday off as an additional day's annual leave
- Competitive pension scheme
- Subsidised meals
- Cashback rewards and online employee benefits
- Regular clinical supervision
- Extensive training and continuing professional development opportunities
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