Occupational Therapist - Transition Team

The starting salary for this role is £38,746 per annum based on a 36-hour working week.

"Since joining Surrey CC and the Transition team a year ago, I have supported a number of young people aged 18 - 25 on their way to achieving their goals. Some have wanted to move out their family home and be more independent in a supported living setting. Others are pursuing tertiary qualifications and have needed support with setting up their university accommodation. I have been well supported to develop and progress my skills through all the interesting and variety of opportunities that arise from my role and responsibilities. My confidence in working with young adults has grown significantly. Most importantly, I feel like I am making a genuine contribution in young people's lives."- Jenna, Senior OT

We are excited to be hiring a new Occupational Therapist to join our fantastic Transition team. The team are vibrant, hardworking and passionate in their roles of supporting and enabling young adults to thrive during their transition into adulthood. The team are based in Woking (Quadrant Court) and Reigate (Woodhatch Place). We endorse Surrey's agile way of working and aim to have a minimum of 2 days a week in the office for full time staff and 1 day a week for those working part time.

Rewards and Benefits

• 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
• Role specific training in major adaptations, sensory integration and postural management.

About the role?
We have a growing Occupational Therapy Service within the Transition Team which continues to develop and implement innovative ideas. Our interventions and support are focused on supporting young adults aged 18-25 to achieve their aspirations, goals and improve their quality of life.

You will be visiting young people in their own homes, in supported living accommodation, care homes and in educational establishments, including colleges and universities. You will carry out assessments and give advice regarding complex moving and handling, the provision of specialist equipment and accessible property design and adaptation. You will provide advice and support to both young adults, their family carers and independent support providers - often enabling them to achieve a more independent lifestyle.

We invest in Surrey's "grow your own" apprenticeship scheme and consistently have students and apprentices. You will have an opportunity to supervise OT trainee's and engage in reflective supervision.

We also invest in you and your career development. We have specialist mandatory training with agreed funding to support your developing clinical knowledge, alongside in house regular CPD sessions and leadership development.

Shortlisting Criteria
To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:

• Professional qualification in Occupational Therapy and current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Experience of working within a social care, health or community focused multidisciplinary setting including provision of professional supervision.
• Ability to complete person centred and proportionate OT assessments
• Experience with the Transition age population (18-25 year olds).
• Experience completing moving and handling risk assessments and plans.
• Knowledge of current legislation, including the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act, and their application to practice in a social care setting.

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 27th May 2024 with interviews to take place in the week commencing 3rd June 2024.

An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.

Our Commitment
Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where:

• The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
• The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form

Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.