Occupational Therapist

Job responsibilities

About Us

Do you want to help us radically change the way we deliver social care?

Join Oxfordshire County Council on an exciting journey towards Delivering the FutureTogether, our ambitious transformation programme which is enabling us to be an employer, partner, and place shaper of choice.Were seeking the right people who can help us get there while embracing our value of daring to do it differently, as we continue to strive to do better.

In Adult Services, this means we are daring to do adult social care differently by supporting Oxfordshires residents to stay fit, healthy, and independent in their communities for as long as possible through a strengths-based approach.Working with local NHS services, care providers and community and voluntary groups, we make the most of what each of our strengths are, pulling in the same direction, and united by one shared vision.

This means we keep the people wesupport at the heart of all that we do. And that works.By listening to people and building on the positives in their lives, we can work collaboratively to help them live the lives they want with the rightsupport around them.

It is something we call the Oxfordshire Way and we cant do it alone our proactive, positive approach to social care gives everyone the opportunity to make a bigger difference. If were doing a good job, we dont stand still were ambitious and were always striving to do better

The East Adult Social Care Team, based in Bicester, are looking for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our team.If you would like to become part of a team which is innovative, supportive and promotes the development of your skills - we are the place for you!

About the Role

We are transforming the way we support our Occupational therapists by enabling our communities to get the best outcomes possible for each and every person we support.We do this through our commitment of strengthened supervision, ongoing professional training, and manageable caseloads, so that you can bring your best self to the people you work with.

This is a really exciting time to join us!

You will be working alongside Social Workers, Apprentices and coordinators in a team that is supportive and motivated to support each other learn and develop.The East Team is passionate about supporting each other to ensure we deliver the best outcomes for the people we support. We continue to strive to work towards excellence in practice, and as a team colleague you will:

• Empower people in your community toidentifytheir strengths and desired outcomes, embracingnew ideasand ways of doing thingsto improve andmaintaintheir independence.
• Use a strength-based approach to promote peoples wellbeing to help them achieve their desired outcomes.
• Support people and carers to ensure their voice is heard through advocacy where necessary.
• Engage in group learning and CPD to help further develop evidence-based practice.

About you

Are you a passionate qualified Occupational Therapist looking for a new challenge working with a creative, flexible, confident, and ambitious team?

• You are
  • Driven todo things differentlyto find creative solutions that problem solves with the person, rather than for the person.
  • Willing to take responsibility, you are a self-leader who has the passion to promote peoples strengths to gain the best outcomes for people.
  • Kind and caring, with an understanding of and respect for individuals qualities, abilities, and diverse backgrounds.
  • Advocating forequality and integrityin all you do with acommitment to human rights and social justice, and with your strong communication skills you will work collaboratively to achieve the best outcome.
  • Always learning, to continuously develop your skills and knowledge in theory and case law.
  • Passionate about following the professional standards of COT with acommitment to continue your professional development.

If so we have the just job for you

Rewards and Benefits

• Up to33days holiday p.a. plus bank holidays-Optionto buyadditionaldays
• Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, employers contribution of up to19.9%.
• Relocation package up to a maximum of£8,000to cover reimbursement of expenses for newly appointed employees (conditions apply in line with council policy)
• Regular monthly formal and informalsupport and supervision
• Local and national discounts for shopping and travel
• Extensive Continuous Professional Development opportunities, career progression scheme including the opportunity to train as a Practice Educator, Best Interest Assessor or Adult Mental Health Practitioner.
• Learn more here: Our benefits | Jobs (oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Ourcommitment to:Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peersupport, education, and safe spaces for all.

Ourcommitment to:Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a DisabilityConfident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are alsocommitted to helping andsupporting those transitioning from HM ArmedForces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Ourcommitment to:Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council arecommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. We expect all employees, workers, and volunteers toshare thiscommitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Ourcommitment to:Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, jobsharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Oxfordshire County Council

Address

East Adult Social Care Team

OX26 6DJ

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)