Occupational Therapy Assistant

Occupational Therapy Assistant United Kingdom

Blackburn with Darwen Council
Full Time United Kingdom 26845 - 30151 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

Job description

Terms and Conditions: Permanent, 37 hours

Department: Children's Services and Education

Interviews week commencing: 4th July 2023

Due to popular demand, applications for this role will close tomorrow.

We are offering someone the opportunity to become an Occupational Therapy Assistant at Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council.


We are looking for a candidate who is working towards or has successfully completed their level 3/4 in a Health or Social Care related field (or equivalent) and/or with practical experience, which they have acquired through a combination of training and working in the relevant area, with a clear understanding of applicable standards and regulations.


The role will see you working alongside an Occupational Therapist in your team, to support the ongoing review of equipment, both in the home and in a school or early years setting. You will have the opportunity to work alongside children and young people, including their families, to help them understand how to use their equipment effectively and efficiently.


The role is part of a new team that has been created, operating in partnership with the Blackburn with Darwen Children’s Disability Service and SEND Services. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join a new and developing team and, as well as expanding your knowledge and skill set, you will have the chance to do your part to establish an innovative service, shaping service delivery and driving forward Occupational Therapy services of children and young people in our borough.


Here at Blackburn with Darwen, we aim to follow our track values, which underpin all that we do: Trust, Respect, Ambition, Collaboration and Kindness.

If you have any questions or wish to discuss the role, please contact Andrew Bradbury at:

[email protected]

In addition to your CV, please include supporting information which evidences how you meet the criteria detailed on the key requirements document.


Job details

Job reference
REQ01949
Date posted
16/06/2023
Application closing date
04/07/2023
Location
Blackburn with Darwen
Salary
Grade F, SCP 17 - 23, £26,845 - £30,151, Per Annum
Package
Full Time Permanent
Contractual hours
37
Basis
Full time
Job category/type
Council

Occupational Therapy Assistant
Blackburn with Darwen Council

www.blackburn.gov.uk
Blackburn, United Kingdom
Harry Catherall
Unknown / Non-Applicable
5001 to 10000 Employees
Government
National Services & Agencies
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