Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Occupational Therapist to join the Adult community learning disability team in Rotherham. We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, skilled, and enthusiastic practitioner to join our established team which consists of Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists (SLT), Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities (RNLDs), Support Workers, Physiotherapists, Art Therapists, Psychologists, and Psychiatrists.
The Rotherham Community Adult Learning Disability Team is a specialist team working to meet the health care needs of adults with learning disabilities in the community.
Informal enquiries and visits are welcomed and encouraged and can be made by contacting Suzanne Bowers on 07789932691.
Main Duties of the Job
You will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team to assess and provide treatment interventions including skills development, specialist equipment and adaptations, multisensory interventions, and complex postural assessment, as necessary to promote independence and enhance quality of life for individuals requiring support with activities of daily living, vocational goals, and sensory needs. You will work autonomously in community settings such as service users' own homes, day services, colleges, and in the local community.
Minimum Requirements
In order to deliver this service, you should fulfil the following criteria:
* Have a professional specific degree in Occupational Therapy.
* Have relevant experience at undergraduate/postgraduate level.
* Possess excellent interpersonal skills including observation, listening, and empathy skills.
* Be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council.
* Be a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists.
* Have knowledge of current legislation and statutory policy frameworks associated with community care.
* Can work flexibly to meet the demands of the Service.
You will need to be willing to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and be able to demonstrate a good understanding of current evidence-based practice. You will need to have access to transport and the ability to travel around the required geographical area.
IT skills are essential as you will be expected to keep/enter information on an electronic clinical system.
About Us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employs around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability, and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first-class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
Terms and Conditions
Job Details
Date posted: 15 April 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 376-DCGM-0186
Job location: Adult Learning Disability Service, 220 Badsley Moor Lane, Rotherham, S65 2QU
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Employer Details
Employer name: Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address: Adult Learning Disability Service, 220 Badsley Moor Lane, Rotherham, S65 2QU
Employer's website: RDaSH Website
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