Job summary 2 FTE - FIXED TERM POSITION & PERM POSITION AVAILABLE. If internal applicant, fixed term position could also be considered as a secondment. We are pleased to be able to offer a band 5 Occupational Therapist role working in the West Berkshire area. We are a community team covering from Lambourn to Tilehurst. We are an integrated team including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Therapy assistants, and admin support. The service supports multiple pathways including Community Reablement, Falls and Community Physiotherapy. This is an exciting time to join BHFT, as we develop services to work in an integrated way within the community in West Berkshire and across Berkshire West. The successful candidate will be required to provide/ willing to develop skills in providing high quality, responsive services working as an integral member of the team. You will also work closely with social services and voluntary organization for adults with a wide range of physical impairments and mental health conditions. The successful candidate will work autonomously under the guidance of senior clinicians (as required) having a clinical responsibility for a designated caseload. Main duties of the job Support hospital discharge referrals to promote the independence of service users on the caseload and identify any long-term needs. Support falls pathway completing environment and clinical assessments to reduce risk of service users from falls within their homes Provision of equipment to promote independence and safety. Hold a caseload and work autonomously Work flexibly to ensure urgent referrals are adequately managed Supporting colleagues in the delivery of compassionate, safe and structured care Plan and provide treatment in collaboration with others as appropriate Provide guidance and appropriate delegation to therapy assistants in the team About us Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish. Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are: Caring for and about you is our top priority Committed to providing good quality, safe services Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include: Flexible working options to support work-life balance 27 days' annual leave rising with service opportunity to buy and sell Generous NHS pension scheme Excellent learning and career development opportunities 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave Free parking across Trust sites Date posted 19 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 371-CHS963 Job locations Hillcroft House Thatcham RG18 3HR Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for you to be considered for this role: HCPC registration (or about to qualify/register) as an Occupational Therapist and excellent communications skills Understanding of intermediate care with experience of rehabilitation and hospital discharge Car driver with a valid UK driving license with ability and readiness to be flexible within working days. For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Phillippa Elliott on 07814982910 or email: phillippa.elliottberkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for you to be considered for this role: HCPC registration (or about to qualify/register) as an Occupational Therapist and excellent communications skills Understanding of intermediate care with experience of rehabilitation and hospital discharge Car driver with a valid UK driving license with ability and readiness to be flexible within working days. For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Phillippa Elliott on 07814982910 or email: phillippa.elliottberkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Person Specification Education/Qualifications/Training Essential Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy HCPC Registration Desirable RCOT Registration Membership of relevant Special Interest Group Continuous Professional Development Essential Evidence of CPD in a portfolio including attendance at recent post-graduate courses relevant to the clinical field / reflective practice in this clinical field Previous Experience Essential Ability to demonstrate relevant experience as a occupational therapist. Post-graduate experience. Post-graduate experience of working as part of a occupational therapy team and multidisciplinary team. Postgraduate / undergraduate experience in ward-based rehabilitation Postgraduate / undergraduate experience in NHS Experience of delegating tasks Additional Requirements Essential Criminal Records Bureau clearance Ability to travel between multiple sites efficiently. Full and Clean UK Manual Driving Licence The daily use of a car Person Specification Education/Qualifications/Training Essential Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy HCPC Registration Desirable RCOT Registration Membership of relevant Special Interest Group Continuous Professional Development Essential Evidence of CPD in a portfolio including attendance at recent post-graduate courses relevant to the clinical field / reflective practice in this clinical field Previous Experience Essential Ability to demonstrate relevant experience as a occupational therapist. Post-graduate experience. Post-graduate experience of working as part of a occupational therapy team and multidisciplinary team. Postgraduate / undergraduate experience in ward-based rehabilitation Postgraduate / undergraduate experience in NHS Experience of delegating tasks Additional Requirements Essential Criminal Records Bureau clearance Ability to travel between multiple sites efficiently. Full and Clean UK Manual Driving Licence The daily use of a car 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Address Hillcroft House Thatcham RG18 3HR Employer's website https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)