Occupational Therapist
Practice Plus Group
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Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for an Occupation Therapist to join our Primary Care team at HMP Brixton, a category C Prison located in London.
HMP Brixton is a male prison with a capacity of 800 prisoners. It is one of the oldest prisons in England which is very busy in terms of healthcare, Occupational Therapist will need to be experienced and able to hit the ground, running managing own caseload and work creatively in challenging environment.Hours
7.5 hours per week (can be flexible with which day as long as its the same day each week)Salary
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £50,364 per annum FTE - depending on experience.
How will we support you?
Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework
Regional and national career development opportunities
Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK on a permanent basis and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Main duties of the job
As a Occupational Therapist, your responsibilities will vary. You will
- Be responsible for the provision of occupational therapy assessment, treatment and evaluation.
- Provide visible and professional support to ensure the delivery of high quality patient care and rehabilitation aimed at improving or maintaining independence.
- Working with a caseload of patients with varying difficulties including complete health and social care needs; responding effectively to the changing needs of the patient caseload, managing the sometimes conflicting priorities of prevention of admission and discharge.
- Youll assess and order equipment as identified by patient need and allocate work to OT assistant or care staff as necessary. Establishing communication networks with other team members, patients and other health and social care agencies, attending joint visits with other professionals as required.
If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.
It doesnt stop there we also offer:
- Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
- Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
About us
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.
Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:
- we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
- we act with integrity
- we embrace diversity
- we strive to do things better together
We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.
- Diploma/ degree in occupational therapy with current professional qualification (HCPC)
- Post registration experience and evidence of Continued Professional Development
- Understanding of the complexities of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working
- Understanding of clinical governance, health and safety, QOF, EBP and national standards
Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.
Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.
Date posted
20 February 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£107.69 to £129.14 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
9626-6
Job locations
Jebb Ave
Brixton
London
Greater London
SW2 5XF
Employer details
Employer name
Practice Plus Group
Address
Jebb Ave
Brixton
London
Greater London
SW2 5XF
Employer's website
https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)
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