Senior Occupational Therapist £3000 Golden Hello Bonus (T&Cs Apply)

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Salary: £41,554 to £47,073 DOE

Hours: 37.5hrs per week

Why join us?

Brainkind Stagenhoe has an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join their dedicated team of healthcare professionals working in a beautiful historical building providing care and slow stream rehabilitation to people with neurological conditions. You will provide an occupational therapy service by assessing, implementing and evaluating programmes of person-centred care as part of the multi-disciplinary team.

About the role:

We are looking for someone with a creative and person centred approach, who can develop treatment and support plans that enhance function and quality of life.

Opportunities to develop a therapeutic group programme to meet the needs of a wide range of people.

Leadership of a small team of therapy assistants and activities co-ordinators

Opportunity to work with people with a wide range of neurological conditions.

Opportunity to develop skills and understanding of equipment provision and seating.

A commitment to continuing professional development and regular supervision.

Opportunities for peer support from a wider organisation encompassing other OTs and AHP professionals specialising in neurological rehabilitation.

About you:

• Diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current and valid Registration with Health & Care Professions Council
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development
• An ability to work autonomously and to set own and support others' priorities
• Ability to build effective team working relationships and excellent leadership skills
• Desirable experience of working in a relevant setting, which can include practice placements

Rewards:

• You can look forward to excellent benefits, including handy discounts on many brands and services.
• A competitive Salary of £41,554 to £47,073 DOE
• 35 days' holiday including bank holidays.
• Pension Contributions
• Blue Light Card: provides those in the NHS, emergency services, social care sector and armed forces with discounts online and in-store.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Eye voucher scheme
• Long service and staff awards
• Free uniform
• Free Parking

To join our friendly team, click the Apply Now button.

Please note we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled therefore, we recommend applying as soon as possible.

All successful candidates are subject to compliance checks including 3 years of checkable references and DBS/PVG checks

Brainkind are a Disability Confident Employer. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

Brainkind is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisation. It is a place where we recognise, celebrate, and live our values which includes offering a range of inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support employees from all backgrounds.