Job summary The States of Guernsey are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist (Band 6) to join their friendly team within HSC Adult Physical Health in the beautiful island of Guernsey based within the Channel Islands. This post will give the lucky post-holder a unique opportunity to gain experience working as part of a flexible Occupational Therapy Service and a wider multi-disciplinary team in a variety of settings. This will be working within the Physical Health inpatient and community settings including service users own homes. Under the guidance of an Advanced Band 7 Occupational Therapist you will have the exciting opportunity to rotate across a number of specialities. This includes acute medical, Accident & Emergency, surgical, orthopaedic, inpatient rehabilitation and the community. There may also be development and an opportunity to work in additional physical specialities in the future. You will manage a defined caseload, using evidence based/client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions. Providing an efficient, effective and co-ordinated Occupational Therapy Service to the Bailiwick of Guernsey. The post holder is professionally accountable to the Advanced Occupational Therapist and is responsible to the Occupational Therapy Lead (Physical Health). Main duties of the job To manage a defined caseload, using evidence based practice and client-centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions. To provide a comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessment and rehabilitation service to Service Users who have varying disability needs. Provide supervision and facilitate professional development with Occupational Therapy Assistants and Occupational Therapy students. To have an active role in education of staff through in-service training, multi-disciplinary training programmes, IHSCS programmes, OT student training and work experience; and to work in an education role with other staff groups and with the wider multi-disciplinary team and outside agencies/charities. Have a commitment to working within a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) by collaboratively working with professional colleagues to provide a high standard of multi-disciplinary service. To work as part of a flexible Occupational Therapy Service and a wider multi-disciplinary team in a variety of settings including Service Users own homes, community settings, long term care areas, Service Users work place, as well as within the Princess Elizabeth Hospital. About us The Island of Guernsey is in the English Channel in the Bay of St Malo, 50km off the north-west coast of France and 120km from the English coast. Guernsey has a population of around 63,000 and in Alderney just under 2,000. Working in a relatively small Health and Social Care Service like ours means you can effectively work with colleagues across the services, health and social care professionals can collaborate not only with each other but also other agencies, the third sector and the community. We offer an attractive relocation policy and competitive salaries with great career opportunities, modern facilities, excellent training, revalidation and registration support and a healthy work-life balance. As a health or social care professional who chooses to join our team, you can look forward to working in an environment that gives you the time to care that you hoped for when choosing this career. Date posted 15 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £41,544 to £56,090 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number K0005-25-0005 Job locations Princess Elizabeth Hospital Le Vauquiedor St. Martin Guernsey GY4 6UU Job description Job responsibilities To manage a caseload of client, including those with multiple diagnosis, complex needs and requiring long-term intervention, and be responsible for organising own workload in line with the agreed priorities, policies and procedures of the employing authority. To carry out appropriate assessments, undertake individual client-centred treatment programmes focusing on agreed goals and to evaluate and adapt the programmes as needs change. To facilitate the safe discharge of individuals to community living. To communicate complex, sensitive, clinical and procedural information to client and or carer. To communicate with other professionals/carers during the assessment process and in undertaking treatment programmes to ensure best clinical practice and integrated service delivery. To prepare/present appropriate professional reports as required. To attend and contribute to case conferences, ward and community care-planning meetings as required. To utilise appropriate skill mix in the delivery of the Occupational Therapy Service. To review case progress regularly, record information and carry out administrative procedures in accordance with departmental practice. To formulate a specification, following assessment, for the provision of minor medical devices assistive technology and adaptations to ensure it meets identified need. To identify long-term needs and make onward referrals to action further intervention to meet clients holistic needs. To carry out manual handling clinical risk assessments and implement subsequent actions. To actively participate in regular professional supervision in order to demonstrate and be accountable that planned interventions meet identified needs. To be accountable for own safety as a lone worker and ensure any risks identified are documented and actioned. To gain a detailed working knowledge of all policies and procedures relating to Occupational Therapy Service and demonstrate understanding of its application to clinical practice. To ensure active involvement in established service practices such as team/staff meetings, in-service training. To participate in other activities, which would benefit from the application of professional Occupational Therapy, e.g. group work, working parties as directed by Line Manager. To be responsible for own Continuous Professional Development including attending mandatory training as directed by Line Manager and other relevant courses and lectures, which would benefit the overall service to clients/carers and satisfy clinical governance requirements. To act as a resource to colleagues within the Team, Service and HSC groups in area of special interest. To give talks/lectures/demonstrations to Occupational Therapy colleagues and other disciplines. To bring to the notice of the Occupational Therapy Lead any observed shortfall in provision to clients and carers together with any suggested measures to improve further develop services. To play an integral part in service improvement at Team, Service and HSC level. To ensure own practice is informed by and adheres to professional standards and clinical guidelines in adherence with Clinical Governance requirements. To undertake the management of junior staff/unqualified staff/students as directed by Line Manager. To participate in the selection and recruitment procedures for appropriate staff within the department. To liaise with other disciplines and agencies to ensure that effective communication and reporting takes place at all times, in line with HSC procedures. To provide training programmes, including induction for staff within the service according to identified need. To participate in the practice education of Occupational Therapy students. To undertake audits to evaluate service delivery and make recommendations for service improvements to meet changing/emerging needs. Job description Job responsibilities To manage a caseload of client, including those with multiple diagnosis, complex needs and requiring long-term intervention, and be responsible for organising own workload in line with the agreed priorities, policies and procedures of the employing authority. To carry out appropriate assessments, undertake individual client-centred treatment programmes focusing on agreed goals and to evaluate and adapt the programmes as needs change. To facilitate the safe discharge of individuals to community living. To communicate complex, sensitive, clinical and procedural information to client and or carer. To communicate with other professionals/carers during the assessment process and in undertaking treatment programmes to ensure best clinical practice and integrated service delivery. To prepare/present appropriate professional reports as required. To attend and contribute to case conferences, ward and community care-planning meetings as required. To utilise appropriate skill mix in the delivery of the Occupational Therapy Service. To review case progress regularly, record information and carry out administrative procedures in accordance with departmental practice. To formulate a specification, following assessment, for the provision of minor medical devices assistive technology and adaptations to ensure it meets identified need. To identify long-term needs and make onward referrals to action further intervention to meet clients holistic needs. To carry out manual handling clinical risk assessments and implement subsequent actions. To actively participate in regular professional supervision in order to demonstrate and be accountable that planned interventions meet identified needs. To be accountable for own safety as a lone worker and ensure any risks identified are documented and actioned. To gain a detailed working knowledge of all policies and procedures relating to Occupational Therapy Service and demonstrate understanding of its application to clinical practice. To ensure active involvement in established service practices such as team/staff meetings, in-service training. To participate in other activities, which would benefit from the application of professional Occupational Therapy, e.g. group work, working parties as directed by Line Manager. To be responsible for own Continuous Professional Development including attending mandatory training as directed by Line Manager and other relevant courses and lectures, which would benefit the overall service to clients/carers and satisfy clinical governance requirements. To act as a resource to colleagues within the Team, Service and HSC groups in area of special interest. To give talks/lectures/demonstrations to Occupational Therapy colleagues and other disciplines. To bring to the notice of the Occupational Therapy Lead any observed shortfall in provision to clients and carers together with any suggested measures to improve further develop services. To play an integral part in service improvement at Team, Service and HSC level. To ensure own practice is informed by and adheres to professional standards and clinical guidelines in adherence with Clinical Governance requirements. To undertake the management of junior staff/unqualified staff/students as directed by Line Manager. To participate in the selection and recruitment procedures for appropriate staff within the department. To liaise with other disciplines and agencies to ensure that effective communication and reporting takes place at all times, in line with HSC procedures. To provide training programmes, including induction for staff within the service according to identified need. To participate in the practice education of Occupational Therapy students. To undertake audits to evaluate service delivery and make recommendations for service improvements to meet changing/emerging needs. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Hold a Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy or be a graduate of School of Occupational Therapy recognized by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. HCPC Registration Desirable VQ Assessor Experience Essential Experience working at Band 5 level or above as an Occupational Therapist in 2-3 different clinical areas/rotations, one of which must have been with Older People or Physical Disabilities Knowledgeable in Occupational Therapy models and treatment approaches and able to critically evaluate implementation within clinical area in line with organisational policies and evidence based practice principles. Have experience working in a multi-disciplinary team gaining an awareness of team dynamics and developed good interpersonal skills and the maturity self-confidence to form effective working relationships. Desirable Experience working in an acute setting including using standardised assessments, discharge planning and recommending minor equipment and adaptations. Evidence of contributing to the professional development and clinical education of more junior staff, students and assistants. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Hold a Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy or be a graduate of School of Occupational Therapy recognized by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. HCPC Registration Desirable VQ Assessor Experience Essential Experience working at Band 5 level or above as an Occupational Therapist in 2-3 different clinical areas/rotations, one of which must have been with Older People or Physical Disabilities Knowledgeable in Occupational Therapy models and treatment approaches and able to critically evaluate implementation within clinical area in line with organisational policies and evidence based practice principles. Have experience working in a multi-disciplinary team gaining an awareness of team dynamics and developed good interpersonal skills and the maturity self-confidence to form effective working relationships. Desirable Experience working in an acute setting including using standardised assessments, discharge planning and recommending minor equipment and adaptations. Evidence of contributing to the professional development and clinical education of more junior staff, students and assistants. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 States of Guernsey Address Princess Elizabeth Hospital Le Vauquiedor St. Martin Guernsey GY4 6UU Employer's website https://www.gov.gg/ (Opens in a new tab)