Job summary
We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and motivated individual to work within our friendly, well-established Occupational Therapy service in the Mental Health Service for Older People (MHSOP) based in University Hospital Llandough. The successful applicants will work alongside the Occupational Therapists within the occupational therapy team on the in- patient wards and in the community.
Appropriate training and induction will be provided within the department. Staff of all grades are encouraged to engage in continuous professional development.
We are searching for someone who shares our values that:
- We care about the people we serve and the people we work with
- We trust one another
- We respect each other
- We take personal responsibility
- We treat people with kindness
- We act with integrity
Post holders will be expected at all times to behave in accordance with our values demonstrating commitment to the delivery of high quality services to patients.
English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply
Main duties of the job
The role enables meaningful patient centered engagement in occupations, supporting the Occupational Therapists in their assessment and intervention. The interventions are carried out both on an individual and group basis.
The work also involves the collection of patient data, as well as other administrative and organisational tasks, stock keeping and electronic record keeping.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
- Good general education numeracy and literacy to at least GCSE level.
Desirable
- Evidence of further education e.g. relevant NVQ sports science degree.
- Agored Diploma in occupational therapy support.
Experience
Essential
- Healthcare work
- Evidence of working with people both individually or in groups.
- Worked within a rehabilitation setting.
Desirable
- NHS experience
- Previous experience as an occupational therapy worker or therapy technician experience.
- Experience in delivering occupational therapy program or class taking.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with a wide range of people.
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good organisation skills
- Evidence of Awareness of own limitations
- Basic digital technology skills
- Able to work as a member of a team
Desirable
Special Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of basic rehabilitation and role of therapy
Desirable
- Awareness of disability impairments
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Evidence of a Flexible approach and Adaptable to change
- Demonstrates Self motivation
- Reliable and punctual
- Demonstrates ongoing learning
- Demonstrates resilience
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Ability to work across sites
- Ability to travel in a timely manner to meet the requirements of the job.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
- Good general education numeracy and literacy to at least GCSE level.
Desirable
- Evidence of further education e.g. relevant NVQ sports science degree.
- Agored Diploma in occupational therapy support.
Experience
Essential
- Healthcare work
- Evidence of working with people both individually or in groups.
- Worked within a rehabilitation setting.
Desirable
- NHS experience
- Previous experience as an occupational therapy worker or therapy technician experience.
- Experience in delivering occupational therapy program or class taking.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with a wide range of people.
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good organisation skills
- Evidence of Awareness of own limitations
- Basic digital technology skills
- Able to work as a member of a team
Desirable
Special Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of basic rehabilitation and role of therapy
Desirable
- Awareness of disability impairments
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Evidence of a Flexible approach and Adaptable to change
- Demonstrates Self motivation
- Reliable and punctual
- Demonstrates ongoing learning
- Demonstrates resilience
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Ability to work across sites
- Ability to travel in a timely manner to meet the requirements of the job.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
