Job summary Would you like to be part of an Award winning Team that provides person centred, holistic therapy services across the county of Rutland? We are looking to recruit a senior therapist to support the day-to-day management of our exemplary services, including major adaptations and our new in-house housing MOT and minor adaptations service, alongside our existing D2A pathway. Main duties of the job About the role Work closely with our Therapy Team Manager to oversee the running of our exemplary services to meet the evolving needs of the residents of Rutland. Manage a small clinical case load, overseeing our adaptations services Provide staff supervision and clinical guidance. Approve assessment documentation using Liquid Logic software. Work flexibly to cover a 7-day service. About us Our offer to you: Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service. We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. Our benefits go beyond the salary being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff. Whilst the base for this post is Oakham, Rutland, the Local Authority offers a hybrid working practice. As well as working from home, we feel it is important that you have the opportunity to spend time in the workplace with your colleagues to help you learn, develop and engage. Date posted 30 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £42,708 to £45,718 a year LGPS Pension contributions plus £3k market supplement Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working Reference number F0104-AAH012531633 Job locations Rutland County Council Catmos Street Oakham Rutland LE15 6HP Job description Job responsibilities About the role Work closely with our Therapy Team Manager to oversee the running of our exemplary services to meet the evolving needs of the residents of Rutland. Manage a small clinical case load, overseeing our adaptations services Provide staff supervision and clinical guidance. Approve assessment documentation using Liquid Logic software. Work flexibly to cover a 7-day service. Job description Job responsibilities About the role Work closely with our Therapy Team Manager to oversee the running of our exemplary services to meet the evolving needs of the residents of Rutland. Manage a small clinical case load, overseeing our adaptations services Provide staff supervision and clinical guidance. Approve assessment documentation using Liquid Logic software. Work flexibly to cover a 7-day service. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy HCPC registration Experience Essential Experience in home adaptations and community settings Safeguarding adults policy and procedures Risk management of complex and high-risk issues Supervision and professional development of staff Adult Social Care legislation and procedures Desirable Experience of working within Social Service Experience of assessing for and recommending minor and major adaptations. Evidence of other learning and development training. Skills Essential Make sound professional judgements and decisions Work under pressure Good communication skills written and oral Effective negotiation skills Relate effectively with other professionals/agencies and work in partnership Continue to develop and change in the light of the changing health and social care policy environment Manage conflicting demands and priorities IT skills to work with spreadsheets, database and e-mail Manage conflict and maintain professional relationships Supervisory skills Excellent assessment and risk management skills Desirable Delegation skills Chairing skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy HCPC registration Experience Essential Experience in home adaptations and community settings Safeguarding adults policy and procedures Risk management of complex and high-risk issues Supervision and professional development of staff Adult Social Care legislation and procedures Desirable Experience of working within Social Service Experience of assessing for and recommending minor and major adaptations. Evidence of other learning and development training. Skills Essential Make sound professional judgements and decisions Work under pressure Good communication skills written and oral Effective negotiation skills Relate effectively with other professionals/agencies and work in partnership Continue to develop and change in the light of the changing health and social care policy environment Manage conflicting demands and priorities IT skills to work with spreadsheets, database and e-mail Manage conflict and maintain professional relationships Supervisory skills Excellent assessment and risk management skills Desirable Delegation skills Chairing skills 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 Rutland County Council Address Rutland County Council Catmos Street Oakham Rutland LE15 6HP Employer's website https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)