Job summary
An exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist has arisen to contribute to the provision of Occupational Therapy into South Tyneside Older People's Community Treatment Team, based at Monkwearmouth Hospital in Sunderland.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work in the community in the homes of older adults with both functional and organic conditions.
The successful therapist will be required to work as an autonomous practitioner although you will closely work with members of the Occupational Therapy team and multi-disciplinary colleagues. We require a highly motivated Occupational Therapist with the ability to work independently and with a commitment to their own personal and professional development. Regular supervision and support will be provided.
The post holder will be expected to demonstrate a good working knowledge of theories, models and approaches relevant to this clinical setting, as well as a good understanding of a range of clinical conditions related to Older People's mental health, cognitive impairment and dementia.
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be responsible for the assessment and management of a caseload of service users who present with a variety of complex Occupational Therapy needs. This will involve working closely with the multidisciplinary team and other agencies as well as providing advice support and education for service users, carers and families. You will contribute to service development and in service training.
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 13th May 2025
Closing date : 27th May 2025
We welcome your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be responsible for the assessment and management of a caseload of service users who present with a variety of complex Occupational Therapy needs. This will involve working closely with the multidisciplinary team and other agencies as well as providing advice support and education for service users, carers and families. You will contribute to service development and in service training.
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 13th May 2025
Closing date : 27th May 2025
We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Recognised Occupational therapy degree/ qualification
- HCPC Registration
- Evidence of post-registration training in OT interventions relevant to the post.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of one year experience working as a band 5 Occupational Therapist.
- Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post.
- Experience of collaborative working across agencies and professional disciplines.
- Demonstration and understanding of RCOT standards.
Desirable
- Demonstration of clinical knowledge and skills in older adults.
- Experience working in a community setting.
- Experience using the Model of Human Occupation
- Experience using standardised assessments e.g. AMPS, LACLs and PRPP.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex needs.
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team.
- Effective time and case management skills.
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable
- Delegation skills.
- Training and induction of students and staff.
- Experience teaching/presenting.
Role/Team
Essential
- Ability to adapt within a changing environment.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Innovative and creative.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Recognised Occupational therapy degree/ qualification
- HCPC Registration
- Evidence of post-registration training in OT interventions relevant to the post.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of one year experience working as a band 5 Occupational Therapist.
- Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post.
- Experience of collaborative working across agencies and professional disciplines.
- Demonstration and understanding of RCOT standards.
Desirable
- Demonstration of clinical knowledge and skills in older adults.
- Experience working in a community setting.
- Experience using the Model of Human Occupation
- Experience using standardised assessments e.g. AMPS, LACLs and PRPP.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex needs.
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team.
- Effective time and case management skills.
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable
- Delegation skills.
- Training and induction of students and staff.
- Experience teaching/presenting.
Role/Team
Essential
- Ability to adapt within a changing environment.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Innovative and creative.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
