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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist to join our Therapy Team. This role will require the successful candidate to provide a high quality, evidence based occupational therapy which promotes participation and functional activity of children and young people. Role Requirements Provide high quality, evidence based occupational therapy provision for children and young people attending The Children s Trust in-patient neurorehabilitation, in partnership with other members of the multi-disciplinary team. Undertake occupational therapy assessments of children including those with acquired brain injuries and complex needs e.g. multiple co-morbidities, neurodisabilities and chronic conditions, through standardised and non-standardised assessments and clinical observations. Keep appropriate and accurate intervention records, fulfilling legal, professional and all other requirements of The Children s Trust. Contribute to child related reports, including looked after children and annual review reports as required, and assist with the collation of these as required, in a timely manner in line with organisational targets. Develop therapy goals, in collaboration with the child and family/carers, as well as the multidisciplinary and education teams, other health professionals and agencies, to facilitate the participation of the child in their life skills Communicate effectively with children/young people, applying the principles of consistent communication. Facilitate effective communication with families and members of the Multidisciplinary Team. Recognise barriers to effective communication and be able to reduce these as appropriate. Attend and contribute to Multidisciplinary Team meetings, to discuss individual children/ young people and service in general, as required e.g., reviews, case conferences, parent s evenings, clinics, etc. Interview Date : to be confirmed PLEASE NOTE: The Children's Trust Application Form MUST be completed and submitted, for your application to be considered. As part of the shortlisting process, gaps in employment will be examined and further explored during the interview process. About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits on our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions. Equal Opportunity Employer To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements. Online Searches In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.

Occupational Therapist (Oxford City) Salary: £37035 - £39513 Job Introduction 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 Future Together , our ambitious transformation programme which is enabling us to be an employer, partner, and place shaper of choice. We're 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're daring to do adult social care differently by supporting Oxfordshire's residents to stay fit, healthy and independent in their communities for as long as possible through a strength's-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 we support 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 right support around them. It is something we call the Oxfordshire Way and we can't do it alone - our proactive, positive approach to social care gives everyone the opportunity to make a bigger difference. If we're doing a good job, we don't stand still - we're ambitious and we're always striving to do better; it's in our DNA. About the role and team We're transforming the way we help our frontline social workers support our communities to get the best outcomes possible for each and every person we work with. 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. We continue to be a financially stable local authority and our investment in Adult Services has created a number of vacancies; we are looking for Newly Qualified and Qualified Social Workers and Newly Qualified and Qualified Occupational Therapists to join us and help shape and deliver our teams; it's a really exciting time to join us! You will be working alongside Occupational Therapists in a team that is supportive and motivated to support each other learn and develop. The City team is passionate about supporting each other to ensure a high standard of work for the people we support locally. We continue to strive to work towards excellent practice, and as a team member you will: Empower people in your community to identify their strengths and desired outcomes, embracing new ideas and ways of doing things to improve and maintain their independence. Utilise a strength-based approach to promote people's 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. Meet our city team! About you You are Driven to do it differently to 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 people's 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 for equality and integrity in all you do with a commitment 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 SWEwith a commitment to continue your professional development. Our Rewards and benefits Learn more about how you learn , grow and thrive with us Up to 33 day's holiday p.a. plus bank holidays - Option to 'buy' additional days Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, employer's contribution of up to 19.9% Relocation package up to a maximum of £8,000 to cover reimbursement of expenses for newly appointed employees (conditions apply in line with Council Policy) Regular weekly and monthly formal and informal support 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 BIA or AMHP Learn more here: Our benefits Jobs ( oxfordshire.gov.uk ) Are you a passionate qualified Social Worker or Occupational Therapist 'returning' into Adult Social Care? Are you keen to resume practicing, but need some support to re-register with Social Work England or Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)? If so, we would also like to hear from you. For an Informal discussion about the role, please contact Team Manager Francesca Smith on . Our commitment 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 peer support, education and safe spaces for all. Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes As a Disability Confident 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 also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service. Our commitment to: Safeguarding Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments. Our commitment to: Flexible Working We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, full time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. Follow us on Social Media Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Twitter and Instagram . If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at:

Functional Assessor Are you a healthcare professional looking for a company that shares your values? Embrace a new work-life balance as a Functional Assessor, working 50% in clinic and 50% at home. With a rewarding salary starting at £39,500, you will receive annual pay reviews in line with your performance. Your support structure will be made up of people that know and understand what it is like to do the role, meaning you will benefit from a clinically-led business. Advo is a healthcare organisation through and through, with clinicians working in our highest management positions and shaping our group ethos. With more than 10 years of experience delivering government assessment services and a commitment to professional development and training, Advo is an established provider and one of the best places to work as an assessor in the UK. About the role Play a crucial role in the functional and disability assessments process, a service that touches the lives of millions of people in the UK. You will work autonomously to assess the cases of people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA) as part of the DWPs Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). This will involve holding consultations and writing fair and accurate reports. You will only work to assess people for PIP or a WCA, not both. As part of your application process, we will advise you on which service you will work on and discuss what your training will involve. You do not need to have worked as a Functional Assessor previously. We can support you in your career change with our accredited training programme and dedicated support structure. Salary and benefits Between £39,500 and £41,500 Per Annum (depending on location) Annual salary reviews Cost of your professional membership covered by us Work-life balance through hybrid/remote working patterns 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays) Company sick-pay (up to an annual cap) Flexible / part-time working & family friendly ethos DWP approved training and support programme provided Discounts and other perks Charity time gifting Extra cash rewards and incentives Free physio and other wellbeing support You can learn more about the benefits of working at Advo Health here. Key responsibilities Holding telephone, video or in-person consultations with people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA). Assessing a variety of complex conditions and impairments. Using your strong verbal communication skills and write high quality, fair and accurate assessment reports using a special IT system. Working with your line manager to advance your own professional development and career as a Functional Assessor. Essential experience and qualifications Minimum of 12 months post-registration experience working as an Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Pharmacist or Occupational Therapist. You must hold full registration with one of the following professional bodies: Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) General Pharmaceutical Council (GPC) Our goal is for Advo Health to be a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. This means that we actively work to promote equal opportunities across all that we do, including when we recruit new talent.

Functional Assessor Are you a healthcare professional looking for a company that shares your values? Embrace a new work-life balance as a Functional Assessor, working 50% in clinic and 50% at home. With a rewarding salary starting at £39,500, you will receive annual pay reviews in line with your performance. Your support structure will be made up of people that know and understand what it is like to do the role, meaning you will benefit from a clinically-led business. Advo is a healthcare organisation through and through, with clinicians working in our highest management positions and shaping our group ethos. With more than 10 years of experience delivering government assessment services and a commitment to professional development and training, Advo is an established provider and one of the best places to work as an assessor in the UK. About the role Play a crucial role in the functional and disability assessments process, a service that touches the lives of millions of people in the UK. You will work autonomously to assess the cases of people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA) as part of the DWPs Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). This will involve holding consultations and writing fair and accurate reports. You will only work to assess people for PIP or a WCA, not both. As part of your application process, we will advise you on which service you will work on and discuss what your training will involve. You do not need to have worked as a Functional Assessor previously. We can support you in your career change with our accredited training programme and dedicated support structure. Salary and benefits Between £39,500 and £41,500 Per Annum (depending on location) Annual salary reviews Cost of your professional membership covered by us Work-life balance through hybrid/remote working patterns 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays) Company sick-pay (up to an annual cap) Flexible / part-time working & family friendly ethos DWP approved training and support programme provided Discounts and other perks Charity time gifting Extra cash rewards and incentives Free physio and other wellbeing support You can learn more about the benefits of working at Advo Health here. Key responsibilities Holding telephone, video or in-person consultations with people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA). Assessing a variety of complex conditions and impairments. Using your strong verbal communication skills and write high quality, fair and accurate assessment reports using a special IT system. Working with your line manager to advance your own professional development and career as a Functional Assessor. Essential experience and qualifications Minimum of 12 months post-registration experience working as an Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Pharmacist or Occupational Therapist. You must hold full registration with one of the following professional bodies: Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) General Pharmaceutical Council (GPC) Our goal is for Advo Health to be a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. This means that we actively work to promote equal opportunities across all that we do, including when we recruit new talent.

Are you a healthcare professional looking for a company that shares your values? Embrace a new work-life balance as a Functional Assessor, working 50% in clinic and 50% at home. With a rewarding salary starting at £39,500, you will receive annual pay reviews in line with your performance. Your support structure will be made up of people that know and understand what it is like to do the role, meaning you will benefit from a clinically-led business. Advo is a healthcare organisation through and through, with clinicians working in our highest management positions and shaping our group ethos. With more than 10 years of experience delivering government assessment services and a commitment to professional development and training, Advo is an established provider and one of the best places to work as an assessor in the UK. About the role Play a crucial role in the functional and disability assessments process, a service that touches the lives of millions of people in the UK. You will work autonomously to assess the cases of people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA) as part of the DWPs Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). This will involve holding consultations and writing fair and accurate reports. You will only work to assess people for PIP or a WCA, not both. As part of your application process, we will advise you on which service you will work on and discuss what your training will involve. You do not need to have worked as a Functional Assessor previously. We can support you in your career change with our accredited training programme and dedicated support structure. Salary and benefits Between £39,500 and £41,500 Per Annum (depending on location) Annual salary reviews Cost of your professional membership covered by us Work-life balance through hybrid/remote working patterns 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays) Company sick-pay (up to an annual cap) Flexible / part-time working & family friendly ethos DWP approved training and support programme provided Discounts and other perks Charity time gifting Extra cash rewards and incentives Free physio and other wellbeing support You can learn more about the benefits of working at Advo Health here. Key responsibilities Holding telephone, video or in-person consultations with people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA). Assessing a variety of complex conditions and impairments. Using your strong verbal communication skills and write high quality, fair and accurate assessment reports using a special IT system. Working with your line manager to advance your own professional development and career as a Functional Assessor. Essential experience and qualifications Minimum of 12 months post-registration experience working as an Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Pharmacist or Occupational Therapist. You must hold full registration with one of the following professional bodies: Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) General Pharmaceutical Council (GPC) Our goal is for Advo Health to be a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. This means that we actively work to promote equal opportunities across all that we do, including when we recruit new talent.

Functional Assessor Are you a healthcare professional looking for a company that shares your values? Embrace a new work-life balance as a Functional Assessor, working 50% in clinic and 50% at home. With a rewarding salary starting at £39,500, you will receive annual pay reviews in line with your performance. Your support structure will be made up of people that know and understand what it is like to do the role, meaning you will benefit from a clinically-led business. Advo is a healthcare organisation through and through, with clinicians working in our highest management positions and shaping our group ethos. With more than 10 years of experience delivering government assessment services and a commitment to professional development and training, Advo is an established provider and one of the best places to work as an assessor in the UK. About the role Play a crucial role in the functional and disability assessments process, a service that touches the lives of millions of people in the UK. You will work autonomously to assess the cases of people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA) as part of the DWPs Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). This will involve holding consultations and writing fair and accurate reports. You will only work to assess people for PIP or a WCA, not both. As part of your application process, we will advise you on which service you will work on and discuss what your training will involve. You do not need to have worked as a Functional Assessor previously. We can support you in your career change with our accredited training programme and dedicated support structure. Salary and benefits Between £39,500 and £41,500 Per Annum (depending on location) Annual salary reviews Cost of your professional membership covered by us Work-life balance through hybrid/remote working patterns 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays) Company sick-pay (up to an annual cap) Flexible / part-time working & family friendly ethos DWP approved training and support programme provided Discounts and other perks Charity time gifting Extra cash rewards and incentives Free physio and other wellbeing support You can learn more about the benefits of working at Advo Health here. Key responsibilities Holding telephone, video or in-person consultations with people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA). Assessing a variety of complex conditions and impairments. Using your strong verbal communication skills and write high quality, fair and accurate assessment reports using a special IT system. Working with your line manager to advance your own professional development and career as a Functional Assessor. Essential experience and qualifications Minimum of 12 months post-registration experience working as an Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Pharmacist or Occupational Therapist. You must hold full registration with one of the following professional bodies: Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) General Pharmaceutical Council (GPC) Our goal is for Advo Health to be a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. This means that we actively work to promote equal opportunities across all that we do, including when we recruit new talent.

Are you a healthcare professional looking for a company that shares your values? Embrace a new work-life balance as a Functional Assessor, working 50% in clinic and 50% at home. With a rewarding salary starting at £39,500, you will receive annual pay reviews in line with your performance. Your support structure will be made up of people that know and understand what it is like to do the role, meaning you will benefit from a clinically-led business. Advo is a healthcare organisation through and through, with clinicians working in our highest management positions and shaping our group ethos. With more than 10 years of experience delivering government assessment services and a commitment to professional development and training, Advo is an established provider and one of the best places to work as an assessor in the UK. About the role Play a crucial role in the functional and disability assessments process, a service that touches the lives of millions of people in the UK. You will work autonomously to assess the cases of people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA) as part of the DWPs Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). This will involve holding consultations and writing fair and accurate reports. You will only work to assess people for PIP or a WCA, not both. As part of your application process, we will advise you on which service you will work on and discuss what your training will involve. You do not need to have worked as a Functional Assessor previously. We can support you in your career change with our accredited training programme and dedicated support structure. Salary and benefits Between £39,500 and £41,500 Per Annum (depending on location) Annual salary reviews Cost of your professional membership covered by us Work-life balance through hybrid/remote working patterns 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays) Company sick-pay (up to an annual cap) Flexible / part-time working & family friendly ethos DWP approved training and support programme provided Discounts and other perks Charity time gifting Extra cash rewards and incentives Free physio and other wellbeing support You can learn more about the benefits of working at Advo Health here. Key responsibilities Holding telephone, video or in-person consultations with people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA). Assessing a variety of complex conditions and impairments. Using your strong verbal communication skills and write high quality, fair and accurate assessment reports using a special IT system. Working with your line manager to advance your own professional development and career as a Functional Assessor. Essential experience and qualifications Minimum of 12 months post-registration experience working as an Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Pharmacist or Occupational Therapist. You must hold full registration with one of the following professional bodies: Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) General Pharmaceutical Council (GPC) Our goal is for Advo Health to be a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. This means that we actively work to promote equal opportunities across all that we do, including when we recruit new talent.

Functional Assessor Are you a healthcare professional looking for a company that shares your values? Embrace a new work-life balance as a Functional Assessor, working 50% in clinic and 50% at home. With a rewarding salary starting at £39,500, you will receive annual pay reviews in line with your performance. Your support structure will be made up of people that know and understand what it is like to do the role, meaning you will benefit from a clinically-led business. Advo is a healthcare organisation through and through, with clinicians working in our highest management positions and shaping our group ethos. With more than 10 years of experience delivering government assessment services and a commitment to professional development and training, Advo is an established provider and one of the best places to work as an assessor in the UK. About the role Play a crucial role in the functional and disability assessments process, a service that touches the lives of millions of people in the UK. You will work autonomously to assess the cases of people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA) as part of the DWPs Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). This will involve holding consultations and writing fair and accurate reports. You will only work to assess people for PIP or a WCA, not both. As part of your application process, we will advise you on which service you will work on and discuss what your training will involve. You do not need to have worked as a Functional Assessor previously. We can support you in your career change with our accredited training programme and dedicated support structure. Salary and benefits Between £39,500 and £41,500 Per Annum (depending on location) Annual salary reviews Cost of your professional membership covered by us Work-life balance through hybrid/remote working patterns 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays) Company sick-pay (up to an annual cap) Flexible / part-time working & family friendly ethos DWP approved training and support programme provided Discounts and other perks Charity time gifting Extra cash rewards and incentives Free physio and other wellbeing support You can learn more about the benefits of working at Advo Health here. Key responsibilities Holding telephone, video or in-person consultations with people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA). Assessing a variety of complex conditions and impairments. Using your strong verbal communication skills and write high quality, fair and accurate assessment reports using a special IT system. Working with your line manager to advance your own professional development and career as a Functional Assessor. Essential experience and qualifications Minimum of 12 months post-registration experience working as an Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Pharmacist or Occupational Therapist. You must hold full registration with one of the following professional bodies: Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) General Pharmaceutical Council (GPC) Our goal is for Advo Health to be a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. This means that we actively work to promote equal opportunities across all that we do, including when we recruit new talent.

Are you a healthcare professional looking for a company that shares your values? Embrace a new work-life balance as a Functional Assessor, working 50% in clinic and 50% at home. With a rewarding salary starting at £39,500, you will receive annual pay reviews in line with your performance. Your support structure will be made up of people that know and understand what it is like to do the role, meaning you will benefit from a clinically-led business. Advo is a healthcare organisation through and through, with clinicians working in our highest management positions and shaping our group ethos. With more than 10 years of experience delivering government assessment services and a commitment to professional development and training, Advo is an established provider and one of the best places to work as an assessor in the UK. About the role Play a crucial role in the functional and disability assessments process, a service that touches the lives of millions of people in the UK. You will work autonomously to assess the cases of people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA) as part of the DWPs Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). This will involve holding consultations and writing fair and accurate reports. You will only work to assess people for PIP or a WCA, not both. As part of your application process, we will advise you on which service you will work on and discuss what your training will involve. You do not need to have worked as a Functional Assessor previously. We can support you in your career change with our accredited training programme and dedicated support structure. Salary and benefits Between £39,500 and £41,500 Per Annum (depending on location) Annual salary reviews Cost of your professional membership covered by us Work-life balance through hybrid/remote working patterns 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays) Company sick-pay (up to an annual cap) Flexible / part-time working & family friendly ethos DWP approved training and support programme provided Discounts and other perks Charity time gifting Extra cash rewards and incentives Free physio and other wellbeing support You can learn more about the benefits of working at Advo Health here. Key responsibilities Holding telephone, video or in-person consultations with people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA). Assessing a variety of complex conditions and impairments. Using your strong verbal communication skills and write high quality, fair and accurate assessment reports using a special IT system. Working with your line manager to advance your own professional development and career as a Functional Assessor. Essential experience and qualifications Minimum of 12 months post-registration experience working as an Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Pharmacist or Occupational Therapist. You must hold full registration with one of the following professional bodies: Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) General Pharmaceutical Council (GPC) Our goal is for Advo Health to be a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. This means that we actively work to promote equal opportunities across all that we do, including when we recruit new talent.

Functional Assessor Are you a healthcare professional looking for a company that shares your values? Embrace a new work-life balance as a Functional Assessor, working 50% in clinic and 50% at home. With a rewarding salary starting at £39,500, you will receive annual pay reviews in line with your performance. Your support structure will be made up of people that know and understand what it is like to do the role, meaning you will benefit from a clinically-led business. Advo is a healthcare organisation through and through, with clinicians working in our highest management positions and shaping our group ethos. With more than 10 years of experience delivering government assessment services and a commitment to professional development and training, Advo is an established provider and one of the best places to work as an assessor in the UK. About the role Play a crucial role in the functional and disability assessments process, a service that touches the lives of millions of people in the UK. You will work autonomously to assess the cases of people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA) as part of the DWPs Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). This will involve holding consultations and writing fair and accurate reports. You will only work to assess people for PIP or a WCA, not both. As part of your application process, we will advise you on which service you will work on and discuss what your training will involve. You do not need to have worked as a Functional Assessor previously. We can support you in your career change with our accredited training programme and dedicated support structure. Salary and benefits Between £39,500 and £41,500 Per Annum (depending on location) Annual salary reviews Cost of your professional membership covered by us Work-life balance through hybrid/remote working patterns 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays) Company sick-pay (up to an annual cap) Flexible / part-time working & family friendly ethos DWP approved training and support programme provided Discounts and other perks Charity time gifting Extra cash rewards and incentives Free physio and other wellbeing support You can learn more about the benefits of working at Advo Health here. Key responsibilities Holding telephone, video or in-person consultations with people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA). Assessing a variety of complex conditions and impairments. Using your strong verbal communication skills and write high quality, fair and accurate assessment reports using a special IT system. Working with your line manager to advance your own professional development and career as a Functional Assessor. Essential experience and qualifications Minimum of 12 months post-registration experience working as an Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Pharmacist or Occupational Therapist. You must hold full registration with one of the following professional bodies: Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) General Pharmaceutical Council (GPC) Our goal is for Advo Health to be a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. This means that we actively work to promote equal opportunities across all that we do, including when we recruit new talent.

Are you a healthcare professional looking for a company that shares your values? Embrace a new work-life balance as a Functional Assessor, working 50% in clinic and 50% at home. With a rewarding salary starting at £39,500, you will receive annual pay reviews in line with your performance. Your support structure will be made up of people that know and understand what it is like to do the role, meaning you will benefit from a clinically-led business. Advo is a healthcare organisation through and through, with clinicians working in our highest management positions and shaping our group ethos. With more than 10 years of experience delivering government assessment services and a commitment to professional development and training, Advo is an established provider and one of the best places to work as an assessor in the UK. About the role Play a crucial role in the functional and disability assessments process, a service that touches the lives of millions of people in the UK. You will work autonomously to assess the cases of people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA) as part of the DWPs Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). This will involve holding consultations and writing fair and accurate reports. You will only work to assess people for PIP or a WCA, not both. As part of your application process, we will advise you on which service you will work on and discuss what your training will involve. You do not need to have worked as a Functional Assessor previously. We can support you in your career change with our accredited training programme and dedicated support structure. Salary and benefits Between £39,500 and £41,500 Per Annum (depending on location) Annual salary reviews Cost of your professional membership covered by us Work-life balance through hybrid/remote working patterns 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays) Company sick-pay (up to an annual cap) Flexible / part-time working & family friendly ethos DWP approved training and support programme provided Discounts and other perks Charity time gifting Extra cash rewards and incentives Free physio and other wellbeing support You can learn more about the benefits of working at Advo Health here. Key responsibilities Holding telephone, video or in-person consultations with people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA). Assessing a variety of complex conditions and impairments. Using your strong verbal communication skills and write high quality, fair and accurate assessment reports using a special IT system. Working with your line manager to advance your own professional development and career as a Functional Assessor. Essential experience and qualifications Minimum of 12 months post-registration experience working as an Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Pharmacist or Occupational Therapist. You must hold full registration with one of the following professional bodies: Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) General Pharmaceutical Council (GPC) Our goal is for Advo Health to be a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. This means that we actively work to promote equal opportunities across all that we do, including when we recruit new talent.

Functional Assessor Are you a healthcare professional looking for a company that shares your values? Embrace a new work-life balance as a Functional Assessor, working 50% in clinic and 50% at home. With a rewarding salary starting at £39,500, you will receive annual pay reviews in line with your performance. Your support structure will be made up of people that know and understand what it is like to do the role, meaning you will benefit from a clinically-led business. Advo is a healthcare organisation through and through, with clinicians working in our highest management positions and shaping our group ethos. With more than 10 years of experience delivering government assessment services and a commitment to professional development and training, Advo is an established provider and one of the best places to work as an assessor in the UK. About the role Play a crucial role in the functional and disability assessments process, a service that touches the lives of millions of people in the UK. You will work autonomously to assess the cases of people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA) as part of the DWPs Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). This will involve holding consultations and writing fair and accurate reports. You will only work to assess people for PIP or a WCA, not both. As part of your application process, we will advise you on which service you will work on and discuss what your training will involve. You do not need to have worked as a Functional Assessor previously. We can support you in your career change with our accredited training programme and dedicated support structure. Salary and benefits Between £39,500 and £41,500 Per Annum (depending on location) Annual salary reviews Cost of your professional membership covered by us Work-life balance through hybrid/remote working patterns 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays) Company sick-pay (up to an annual cap) Flexible / part-time working & family friendly ethos DWP approved training and support programme provided Discounts and other perks Charity time gifting Extra cash rewards and incentives Free physio and other wellbeing support You can learn more about the benefits of working at Advo Health here. Key responsibilities Holding telephone, video or in-person consultations with people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA). Assessing a variety of complex conditions and impairments. Using your strong verbal communication skills and write high quality, fair and accurate assessment reports using a special IT system. Working with your line manager to advance your own professional development and career as a Functional Assessor. Essential experience and qualifications Minimum of 12 months post-registration experience working as an Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Pharmacist or Occupational Therapist. You must hold full registration with one of the following professional bodies: Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) General Pharmaceutical Council (GPC) Our goal is for Advo Health to be a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. This means that we actively work to promote equal opportunities across all that we do, including when we recruit new talent.

Are you a healthcare professional looking for a company that shares your values? Embrace a new work-life balance as a Functional Assessor, working 50% in clinic and 50% at home. With a rewarding salary starting at £39,500, you will receive annual pay reviews in line with your performance. Your support structure will be made up of people that know and understand what it is like to do the role, meaning you will benefit from a clinically-led business. Advo is a healthcare organisation through and through, with clinicians working in our highest management positions and shaping our group ethos. With more than 10 years of experience delivering government assessment services and a commitment to professional development and training, Advo is an established provider and one of the best places to work as an assessor in the UK. About the role Play a crucial role in the functional and disability assessments process, a service that touches the lives of millions of people in the UK. You will work autonomously to assess the cases of people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA) as part of the DWPs Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). This will involve holding consultations and writing fair and accurate reports. You will only work to assess people for PIP or a WCA, not both. As part of your application process, we will advise you on which service you will work on and discuss what your training will involve. You do not need to have worked as a Functional Assessor previously. We can support you in your career change with our accredited training programme and dedicated support structure. Salary and benefits Between £39,500 and £41,500 Per Annum (depending on location) Annual salary reviews Cost of your professional membership covered by us Work-life balance through hybrid/remote working patterns 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays) Company sick-pay (up to an annual cap) Flexible / part-time working & family friendly ethos DWP approved training and support programme provided Discounts and other perks Charity time gifting Extra cash rewards and incentives Free physio and other wellbeing support You can learn more about the benefits of working at Advo Health here. Key responsibilities Holding telephone, video or in-person consultations with people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA). Assessing a variety of complex conditions and impairments. Using your strong verbal communication skills and write high quality, fair and accurate assessment reports using a special IT system. Working with your line manager to advance your own professional development and career as a Functional Assessor. Essential experience and qualifications Minimum of 12 months post-registration experience working as an Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Pharmacist or Occupational Therapist. You must hold full registration with one of the following professional bodies: Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) General Pharmaceutical Council (GPC) Our goal is for Advo Health to be a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. This means that we actively work to promote equal opportunities across all that we do, including when we recruit new talent.

Functional Assessor Are you a healthcare professional looking for a company that shares your values? Embrace a new work-life balance as a Functional Assessor, working 50% in clinic and 50% at home. With a rewarding salary starting at £39,500, you will receive annual pay reviews in line with your performance. Your support structure will be made up of people that know and understand what it is like to do the role, meaning you will benefit from a clinically-led business. Advo is a healthcare organisation through and through, with clinicians working in our highest management positions and shaping our group ethos. With more than 10 years of experience delivering government assessment services and a commitment to professional development and training, Advo is an established provider and one of the best places to work as an assessor in the UK. About the role Play a crucial role in the functional and disability assessments process, a service that touches the lives of millions of people in the UK. You will work autonomously to assess the cases of people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA) as part of the DWPs Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). This will involve holding consultations and writing fair and accurate reports. You will only work to assess people for PIP or a WCA, not both. As part of your application process, we will advise you on which service you will work on and discuss what your training will involve. You do not need to have worked as a Functional Assessor previously. We can support you in your career change with our accredited training programme and dedicated support structure. Salary and benefits Between £39,500 and £41,500 Per Annum (depending on location) Annual salary reviews Cost of your professional membership covered by us Work-life balance through hybrid/remote working patterns 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays) Company sick-pay (up to an annual cap) Flexible / part-time working & family friendly ethos DWP approved training and support programme provided Discounts and other perks Charity time gifting Extra cash rewards and incentives Free physio and other wellbeing support You can learn more about the benefits of working at Advo Health here. Key responsibilities Holding telephone, video or in-person consultations with people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA). Assessing a variety of complex conditions and impairments. Using your strong verbal communication skills and write high quality, fair and accurate assessment reports using a special IT system. Working with your line manager to advance your own professional development and career as a Functional Assessor. Essential experience and qualifications Minimum of 12 months post-registration experience working as an Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Pharmacist or Occupational Therapist. You must hold full registration with one of the following professional bodies: Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) General Pharmaceutical Council (GPC) Our goal is for Advo Health to be a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. This means that we actively work to promote equal opportunities across all that we do, including when we recruit new talent.

Social Worker (Oxford City) Salary: £35745 - £42403 Job Introduction About Us Join Oxfordshire County Council on an exciting journey towards Delivering the Future Together, our ambitious transformation programme which is enabling us to be an employer, partner, and place shaper of choice. We're 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're daring to do adult social care differently by supporting Oxfordshire's residents to stay fit, healthy and independent in their communities for as long as possible through a strength's-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 we support 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 right support around them. It is something we call the Oxfordshire Way and we can't do it alone - our proactive, positive approach to social care gives everyone the opportunity to make a bigger difference. If we're doing a good job, we don't stand still - we're ambitious and we're always striving to do better; it's in our DNA. About the Role We're transforming the way we help our frontline social workers support our communities to get the best outcomes possible for each and every person we work with. 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. We continue to be a financially stable local authority and our investment in Adult Services has created a number of vacancies; we are looking for Newly Qualified and Qualified Social Workers and Newly Qualified and Qualified Occupational Therapists to join us and help shape and deliver our teams; it's a really exciting time to join us! You will be working alongside Occupational Therapists in a team that is supportive and motivated to support each other learn and develop. The City team is passionate about supporting each other to ensure a high standard of work for the people we support locally. We continue to strive to work towards excellent practice, and as a team member you will: Empower people in your community to identify their strengths and desired outcomes, embracing new ideas and ways of doing things to improve and maintain their independence. Utilise a strength-based approach to promote people's 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. Meet our city team! About you You are Driven to do it differently to 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 people's 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 for equality and integrity in all you do with a commitment 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 SWE with a commitment to continue your professional development. Rewards and benefits Learn more about how you learn , grow and thrive with us Up to 33 day's holiday p.a. plus bank holidays - Option to 'buy' additional days Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, employer's contribution of up to 19.9% Relocation package up to a maximum of £8,000 to cover reimbursement of expenses for newly appointed employees (conditions apply in line with Council Policy) Regular weekly and monthly formal and informal support 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 BIA or AMHP Learn more here: Our benefits Jobs ( oxfordshire.gov.uk ) Are you a passionate qualified Social Worker or Occupational Therapist 'returning' into Adult Social Care? Are you keen to resume practicing, but need some support to re-register with Social Work England or Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)? If so, we would also like to hear from you. For an Informal discussion about the role, please contact Team Manager Francesca Smith on . Our commitment 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 peer support, education and safe spaces for all. Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes As a Disability Confident 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 also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service. Our commitment to: Safeguarding Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments. Our commitment to: Flexible Working We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. Follow us on Social Media Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Twitter and Instagram . If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at:

Functional Assessor Are you a healthcare professional looking for a company that shares your values? Embrace a new work-life balance as a Functional Assessor, working 50% in clinic and 50% at home. With a rewarding salary starting at £39,500, you will receive annual pay reviews in line with your performance. Your support structure will be made up of people that know and understand what it is like to do the role, meaning you will benefit from a clinically-led business. Advo is a healthcare organisation through and through, with clinicians working in our highest management positions and shaping our group ethos. With more than 10 years of experience delivering government assessment services and a commitment to professional development and training, Advo is an established provider and one of the best places to work as an assessor in the UK. About the role Play a crucial role in the functional and disability assessments process, a service that touches the lives of millions of people in the UK. You will work autonomously to assess the cases of people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA) as part of the DWPs Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). This will involve holding consultations and writing fair and accurate reports. You will only work to assess people for PIP or a WCA, not both. As part of your application process, we will advise you on which service you will work on and discuss what your training will involve. You do not need to have worked as a Functional Assessor previously. We can support you in your career change with our accredited training programme and dedicated support structure. Salary and benefits Between £39,500 and £41,500 Per Annum (depending on location) Annual salary reviews Cost of your professional membership covered by us Work-life balance through hybrid/remote working patterns 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays) Company sick-pay (up to an annual cap) Flexible / part-time working & family friendly ethos DWP approved training and support programme provided Discounts and other perks Charity time gifting Extra cash rewards and incentives Free physio and other wellbeing support You can learn more about the benefits of working at Advo Health here. Key responsibilities Holding telephone, video or in-person consultations with people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA). Assessing a variety of complex conditions and impairments. Using your strong verbal communication skills and write high quality, fair and accurate assessment reports using a special IT system. Working with your line manager to advance your own professional development and career as a Functional Assessor. Essential experience and qualifications Minimum of 12 months post-registration experience working as an Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Pharmacist or Occupational Therapist. You must hold full registration with one of the following professional bodies: Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) General Pharmaceutical Council (GPC) Our goal is for Advo Health to be a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. This means that we actively work to promote equal opportunities across all that we do, including when we recruit new talent.

Occupational Therapist (West Oxfordshire) Salary: £35745 - £42403 Job Introduction 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 Future Together , our ambitious transformation programme which is enabling us to be an employer, partner, and place shaper of choice. We're 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're daring to do adult social care differently by supporting Oxfordshire's residents to stay fit, healthy and independent in their communities for as long as possible through a strength's-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 we support 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 right support around them. It is something we call the Oxfordshire Way and we can't do it alone - our proactive, positive approach to social care gives everyone the opportunity to make a bigger difference. If we're doing a good job, we don't stand still - we're ambitious and we're always striving to do better; it's in our DNA. About the role and team The West Adult Social Care Team covers the rural west of Oxfordshire in market towns and villages. You will be working alongside social workers and co-Ordinators who work together to secure the best outcomes for the people we work for. Our team empowers you to deliver bespoke solutions that supports people to achieve their desired goals and outcomes. We do this through our commitment of giving you the autonomy to do your role, to create new ideas and ways of doing things, with the support from our stable leadership team, regular group and 1:1 supervision and the opportunity to develop and progress across many different areas of Adult Social Care. Working for Oxfordshire County Council opens up a world of opportunities across varying facets of Social Care including, but not limited to leadership, clinic assessment, prison work, seating, moving and handling, and assistive technology. No one day is ever the same in Oxfordshire County Council. Whatever your career aspirations are in adult social care, we're here to support and empower you to lead your growth from the front. We continue to be a financially stable local authority and our investment in Adult Services has created a number of vacancies; we are looking for Newly Qualified and Qualified Occupational Therapists and Newly Qualified and Qualified Social Workers to join us and help shape and deliver our teams; it's a really exciting time to join us! You will be working alongside Social Workers within a locality team where you will: Empower people in the community to identify their strengths and desired outcomes, embracing new ideas and ways of doing things to improve and maintain their independence. Utilise a strength-based approach to promote people's wellbeing to help them achieve their desired outcomes. Support people and carers to ensure their voice is heard through advocacy where necessary. About you You are Driven to do things differently to find creative solutions that problem solves with the person, rather than for the person. Willing to take responsibility, you are a self-leader with the ambition to lead your community in different areas of adult social care. Kind and caring , with an understanding of and respect for individuals' qualities, abilities and diverse backgrounds. Advocating for equality and integrity in all you do, and with your strong communication skills you work collaboratively to achieve the best outcome. Always learning , with an excellent working knowledge of legislation and statutory guidance, you have natural entrepreneurial qualities. Passionate about following the professional standards of RCO T and HCPC. Our Rewards and Benefits Up to 33 day's holiday p.a. plus bank holidays - Option to 'buy' additional days Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, employer's contribution of up to 19.9% Relocation package up to a maximum of £8,000 to cover reimbursement of expenses for newly appointed employees (conditions apply in line with council policy) Regular monthly formal and informal support 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 ) Are you a passionate qualified Social Worker or Occupational Therapist 'returning' into Adult Social Care? Are you keen to resume practicing, but need some support to re-register with Social Work England or Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)? If so, we would also like to hear from you. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Deborah White Team Manager on or . Alternatively contact Emma King on or . Our commitment 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 peer support, education and safe spaces for all. Our commitment to Guaranteed Interview Schemes As a Disability Confident 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 also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service. Our commitment to Safeguarding Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments. Our commitment to Flexible Working We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. Follow us on Social Media Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Twitter and Instagram . If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our healthcare team. COMPANY DESCRIPTION- Aaban Partnership Ltd is a new and exciting service offering high-quality specialist mental health services for young people with complex needs. Aaban Partnership Ltd has two CQC regulated bespoke built 10 bedded units offering Assessment, Stabilisation, treatment, and intervention for young people aged 12 -19 years.Providence Unit (Assessment and Stabilisation Unit) and Moira Unit (Treatment and Intervention Unit) are our two units and we require passionate, committed, hard-working staff to work as part of our multi disciplinary team . Salary: £37,300 per year AIM OF POST -To carry out the role of Occupational Therapist across two recovery focused, therapeutic placements for young people with complex mental health needs, who have experienced attachment and trauma difficulties. The suitable candidate would works proactively in accordance with the principles of social inclusion, promoting independence and recovery.They would work with our young people to maximise function using occupational therapy techniques as the main medium of assessment and intervention applying client focused principles.They would contribute as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest possible standards of care are received by young people in the service. MAIN DUTIES- Undertakes Occupation focused assessment for young people using standardised and non standardised assessment tools. Works with young people to identify goals forming part of the overall multidisciplinary care plan Plans and implements individual and/or group interventions, in collaboration with the young person; managers; and support workers, using meaningful graded activity to achieve occupational goals. Monitors and evaluates interventions using occupation focused outcome measures and modifies interventions to ensure occupational goals are being achieved. Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of theory and its application to practice. Articulates and promotes the role of occupational therapy within the setting. Provides support and education to young people and support workers regarding occupational therapy provision. Demonstrates the ability to clinically reason all aspects of the occupational therapy process. Establishes effective communication networks with young people, team members, managers and other agencies. Works as an integrated member of the multidisciplinary team, contributing to decisions with regard to young peoples care plans. Confidently and clearly explains the meaning of occupation and its relationship to recovery and well-being to young people and colleagues Ensures that written and electronic records and activity data are maintained in accordance with professional and organisational standards. Ensures all written documentation represents the occupational therapy process, with a clear focus on function and occupational performance. To be able to contribute in the production, and implementation of the services therapeutic timetable for each young person. To be able to deliver 1:1 and group occupational therapy sessions to young people. OTHER DUTIES- Complies with the current Occupational Therapists Code of Ethics and the relevant professional practice. Takes responsibility for maintaining own registration as an Occupational Therapist. Respects the values, cultural and religious diversity of individuals and contributes to the provision of a service sensitive to their needs Engages actively in supervision and appraisal. Reviews and reflects on own practice and performance and implements changes accordingly . Completes all relevant training, including mandatory training. Develops new skills through a variety of CPD experiences, including formal training and work based learning. Keeps up to date with current best evidence and implement developments Ensures practice is underpinned by the principles of clinical governance. Exercises good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance. Understands the range of risks potentially faced by the young person both generic and occupationally focussed. Recognise potential crisis situations and acts responsively and responsibly to resolve the situation, seeking assistance if required. Is aware of the vulnerability of young people and act in accordance with relevant company policies and procedures. To be aware of local and organisational safeguarding procedures and individual responsibilities. PERSON SPECIFICATION-Essential criteria Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy HCPC registered as an Occupational Therapist At least 12 months of post-qualifying experience working as an Occupational Therapist preferably within a CAMHS setting Experience of working with children and young people Experience/Skills Experience in children's mental health setting Supervision of junior staff Evidence of standardised assessments Facilitating a wide variety of therapeutic interventions Demonstrates leadership skills Demonstrates experience of MDT working and with external agencies / health care providers Ability to engage young people who may lack motivation or are resistant to change. Knowledge Knowledge / experience of the recovery approach in mental health Knowledge / experience of clinical audit Knowledge/experience of Mental health act Knowledge/experience of Children's social care Apply now and we'll call you with more information. We can't wait to hear from you. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £37,300.00 per year Benefits: Company events Company pension On-site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday Experience: occupational therepist: 1 year (required) Work Location: On the road