Senior Occupational Therapist - Learning Disabilities Team
Location: [Specify Location]
Salary: £46,000 - £50,000 per annum
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Holden Knight Healthcare is excited to be recruiting on behalf of a local council for an experienced and dedicated Senior Occupational Therapist to join their Learning Disabilities Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of adults with learning disabilities.
**Key Responsibilities:
- Lead on assessments, planning, and delivery of occupational therapy interventions for adults with learning disabilities.
- Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including social workers, healthcare professionals, and support staff, to develop holistic care plans.
- Provide clinical supervision, guidance, and mentorship to junior therapists and support staff.
- Conduct thorough functional assessments to determine the need for equipment, adaptations, and therapy interventions to support service users in achieving greater independence.
- Ensure all services are delivered in compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures, maintaining high standards of care.
- Work in partnership with service users and their families to develop person-centered, outcome-focused support plans.
**Requirements:
- HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
- Extensive experience working with individuals with learning disabilities, ideally within a local authority or healthcare setting.
- Strong clinical skills in conducting functional assessments and designing therapeutic interventions.
- Leadership experience, including providing supervision and guidance to other professionals.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with service users, their families, and colleagues.
**Benefits:
- Competitive salary of £46,000 - £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- A supportive, collaborative working environment within a dedicated multidisciplinary team.
- The opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities.
How to Apply:
If you are an experienced Occupational Therapist with a passion for supporting adults with learning disabilities, apply today by sending your CV and cover letter to [contact information].
Holden Knight Healthcare is committed to promoting diversity and equality in the workplace.