Occupational Therapist - Ref: SS04824
Salary: G8 £34,834 - £39,186 per annum / G9 £38,223 - £43,421 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full time

Exciting Times for Occupational Therapy in Walsall !

We have recently had confirmation of new investment in Occupational Therapy in Walsall Social Care and are looking for Occupational Therapists to join our existing service.

Whether you are newly qualified, new to Adult Social Care, returning to practice or an experienced practitioner we have an opportunity for you.

Newly Qualified Occupational Therapists: G8 £34,834 - £39,186 per annum.

Experienced Occupational Therapists: G9 £38,223 - £43,421 per annum.

Why Walsall?

Walsall is a great place to be an Occupational Therapist. We recognise the strengths of individuals and our communities, ensuring the person requiring support is at the centre of all decision-making. Using a strengths based, person centred approach we can have the right conversation at the right time and together promote individuals' aspirations, enhance independence and wellbeing and maximise autonomy. Strengths based practice is about connecting with people to find out what really matters. It supports people, carers, families and communities to find the solutions that are right for them, building on their strengths and what is working well already.

We are currently looking for:

Qualified OTs with experience of working with children with disabilities

Our Equality Statement

We want our employees to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve in Walsall. We are committed to promoting equality and anti-discriminatory practice.

We welcome applications from:

• people of all cultures, races, ethnicities and religions

• people of different genders, ages, and sexual orientation

• people with disabilities

Our Offer to You

There are lots of exciting ways to progress your occupational therapy career in Walsall. We are looking for newly qualified and experienced occupational therapists to join our existing teams based in adult social care but covering both adults and children. We want you to share your expertise and knowledge and make a difference for the people of Walsall. In return, we will offer you support, recognition and a commitment to help you learn and grow.

We offer hybrid working and have Flexible Working and Flexi Time Policies to support you in meeting the needs of the business and maintaining a good work/life balance.

All of our staff are supported by a robust supervision policy, Annual Performance Conversations and Personal Development Plans.

Payment of HCPC registration fees will be met by the Local Authority.

• Newly Qualified Occupational Therapist

As a newly qualified OT you will access our Assessed and Supported Year in Practice programme which will support you as you transition from student to competent and confident practitioner. On successful completion of the ASYP you will progress to a G9 post. Further details of the ASYP programme can be found at the link below.

• New to Social Care or Returning to Practice

If you are an experienced OT but new to Social Care, or if you are returning to practice after a break we are offering a 6 month enhanced induction programme to support you through your initial 6 months in this exciting new setting. Further details can be found at the link below.

• Experienced OT

If you are an experienced practitioner in Social Care and looking for a new challenge, you will find a warm welcome awaiting you in Walsall.

Occupational Therapy Handbook

View Job Description and Employee Specification for Occupational Therapist G8

View Job Description and Employee Specification for Occupational Therapist G9

Closing date for applications is Friday 13th September. Interview process will be week commencing 23rd September.

For further information regarding any of the above or for an informal chat please do not hesitate to contact Sue Lloyd, Interim Principal Occupational Therapist on 07721 062980 or email sue.lloyd@walsall.gov.uk

Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please also ensure that you complete the work history and qualifications sections of your application form. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. Please see our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.

This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.

Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children, young people and adults entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment. Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for this role.

For further reasons to join us, please visit: https://go.walsall.gov.uk/employee-benefits.