Job responsibilities
About Us
Together, were shaping childrens social care for the future. Every day, our colleagues are helping to transform the lives of the residents of Oxfordshire.
In our Children, Education, & Families directorate, werecommittedto delivering lasting change, by helping the children, young people, and families of Oxfordshire to thrive.We know the importance of building relationships, empowering people, and building on strengths and this is reflected in our restorative, relational practice approach.
Weve been consistently rated as good by Ofsted, but we are not content with that; we are ambitious and want to do even better! Were a financially stable local authority which is committed to investing in Children, Education, and Families, to ensure that we have the resources we need to make a real difference to the families we work with including successful operation of our transformational model Family Solutions Plus (FSP).
Together, were the moment makers and were focussed on making every day the best it can be for our residents. Whatever you do here, youll look around and say, I make a difference. Because were all creating lasting change to peoples lives in Oxfordshire.
Everyday youll be challenged in a new way, supported by your team, in an organisation that is free thinking, flexible, and helps people achieve their ambitions. Were not afraid to do things differently and our dynamic culture means this is a place where new ideas are embraced, and innovation thrives.
We believe that together, our differences make us stronger, and that diversity is the foundation for innovation. Here, you can create a unique career for yourself while raising the bar for the future of childrens social care.
Are you in?
About the Role
Responsible for managing an Occupational Therapy team, ensuring that children, young people, and families in need of potential housing adaptations or re-housing support, receive high quality assessment and relevant support and intervention, identifying and developing solutions to meet needs.
Supporting the Service Manager/Head of Service in the continual development, delivery and review of the Occupational Therapy services for children and young people, ensuring that access to own housing and facilities are maximised and that appropriate recommendations are made to 3rd party bodies to enable this to happen.
Responsible for ensuring that all relevant County policies and procedures are adhered to and concerns are raised in accordance with these policies.
Responsible for effective management of the teams budget and recommendations for spending of other public funds (Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG). Deferred Interest Loans and DFG top up funding.
Provide Occupational Therapy advice relating to housing adaptations to other members of staff and provideleadOT role for Children's Housing OT service, advise OCC on matters relating to service provision and also provide professional advice to external agencies in relation to Children's housing adaptations.
About you
This job is for an OT who isenthusiastic, motivated anddeterminedthat their role will make a difference for the children and families that we work with.Together, were shaping childrens social care for the future. Every day, our colleagues are helping to transform the lives of the residents of Oxfordshire. We want you to be passionate about being a part of this.
We would like to hear from you if you are:
- Good management experience with ability to drive a good standard of practice and achieve outcomes in timescales
- A qualified Occupational Therapist with housing adaptations experience (either as a Student, OT or in a personal capacity) and are registered with HCPC
- Kindand caring, with anempathyfor the people that we work withand a respect for individuals diversities, qualities and abilities
- Able to demonstrate professional and personal integrity through everyday interactions
- Willing to embrace learning and development opportunities in all that you do
- Drivento think differently and innovate to ensure successful service, professional and personal outcomes
Rewards and Benefits
- Competitive salary from £57,178- £60,485
- Relocation allowance of up to £8,000.
- Annual leave starting at 30 days per year (plus bank holidays).
- A comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
- Flexible working.
- Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeingsupport24x7.
- Range of family-friendly policies.
- Childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, range of staff discounts including travel, holidays, insurance, food, health & leisure activities.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
Curious to learn more? Contact our friendly team for a confidential and informative chat!
Team Manager Michael Roche (michael.roche@oxfordshire.gov.uk)
Ourcommitmentto: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.
Ourcommitmentto:Guaranteed Interview Schemes
As a DisabilityConfidentemployer, 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 alsocommittedto helping andsupportingthose transitioning from HM ArmedForcesto civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.
Ourcommitmentto:Safeguarding
Oxfordshire County Council arecommittedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers tosharethiscommitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.
Ourcommitmentto: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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