Occupational Therapist

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our Adult Physical Health team. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to work across a variety of settings including acute hospital wards, rehabilitation services, community teams and patients' homes, supporting adults with a wide range of physical health needs.

Main duties of the job

The Band 6 Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing a high-quality

Occupational Therapy Service within Adult Physical Health across inpatient, community and

home-based settings. The post holder will manage a defined caseload of adults with a range

of physical health needs, including those with complex presentations, using evidence-based

and person-centred approaches to assessment, intervention, rehabilitation and discharge

planning.

Working under the supervision of an Advanced Band 7 Occupational Therapist, the post

holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team and may rotate across a range of clinical

areas, including acute medical, surgical, orthopaedic, inpatient rehabilitation and community

services. The role requires autonomous practice, effective clinical reasoning, and

collaboration with service users, carers and partner agencies to achieve agreed outcomes and

promote independent living.

The post holder will contribute to the delivery, development and evaluation of the

Occupational Therapy Service, support the supervision and education of students and junior

staff, and uphold professional, organisational, and regulatory standards inline with HSC

policies, procedures and CARE Values.

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.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£47,860 to £64,615 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

K0005-26-0105

Job locations

Princess Elizabeth Hospital

Le Vauquiedor

ST. MARTIN

GY4 6UU

Guernsey

Job responsibilities

Responsibility for Patient/Service User Care

To manage a defined caseload, using evidence-based practice and client-centred

principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions focusing on agreed

goals.

To work in a flexible way, adapting the service to meet the changing needs of service

users from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds.

To adhere to and apply the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct for Occupational

Therapists.

Provide supervision for junior staff 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 multidisciplinary 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 autonomously, recognising changes in patients'/service users' presentation

which require intervention, knowing when to escalate as appropriate.

To guide, advise and direct other staff in the assessment, planning, implementation

and evaluation of specialised patient/service user care.

To promote patient/service user involvement in the planning, delivery and evaluation

of care, respecting their beliefs and dignity.

To utilise data and information from a range of sources to identify patient/service user

condition to guide decision making.

Within field of expertise and policy, request specific clinical tests to establish a

diagnosis.

To undertake the role of health promoter and educator for patients/service users and

their support networks.

To ensure that professional standards are upheld by the staff members working within

the postholders sphere of responsibility.

To report all accidents and incidents as per policy and participate in risk management

and Quality and Safety processes e.g. SWARM.

To be accountable for ensuring that safeguards are in place for patients/service users

and escalate any safety, safeguarding or risk concerns following the appropriate

processes.

To carry out and record comprehensive assessment and treatment intervention as per

legal and professional guidelines and standards and in accordance with local policy.

To formulate and deliver specific Occupational Therapy treatment programmes using

evidence-based practice and skilled clinical reasoning.

To work collaboratively with the service user, their carers and the MDT to set agreed

realistic goals, actions and outcomes.

To carry out manual handling/clinical risk assessments and implement subsequent

actions.

To facilitate the safe discharge of individuals to community living.

To formulate a specification, following assessment, for the provision of minor medical

devices/assistive technology and adaptations to ensure it meets identified need.

Communication

To build a therapeutic relationship with patients/service users and their support

network, communicating with them in a way that respects their views, language,

cultural differences and cognitive function.

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 attend and contribute to case conferences, ward and community care-planning

meetings as required.

To use a wide range of communication skills that can be adapted to meet the needs

of complex and challenging situations.

To manage conflict between individuals including staff, patients/service users and

their support network.

To establish effective working relations with all members of the multi-disciplinary

team and outside agencies, clearly relaying condition related information in a timely

and effective manner.

Communicates to patients/service users and support networks compassionately, in

a confidential and sensitive professional manner.

To provide clear, concise, and accurate electronic and paper records of the care given

in accordance with agreed policy and standards.

To identify long-term needs and make onward referrals to action further intervention

to meet clients holistic needs.

To be accountable for own safety as a lone worker and ensure any risks identified are

documented and actioned.

Leadership

To act as a professional role model for junior staff, promoting high standards of

practice and strong professional values.

To contribute to team success and excellent standards of care by challenging others

constructively, upholding HSCs CARE Values.

To ensure team members are aware of organisational objectives, policies and

procedures and implications that they have for their practice.

To undertake Values Based Appraisals for staff as required and support such staff with

performance issues, developing action plans to address developmental needs.

To contribute to the recruitment of team members and ensure a positive and

supportive working environment for all staff.

To advocate on behalf of patients and service users.

To take accountability and reflect on own decisions and actions using available

support networks.

Planning and Organisation

To organise own workload and tasks and that of others, demonstrating the ability to

recognise changing priorities and adjusting plans accordingly.

To coordinate and delegate activities to junior colleagues where applicable within

agreed systems of working, considering required skill mix and staffing levels, in

accordance with patient/service user need.

Policy and Service Development

To contribute to service developments and propose changes to policies and

procedures.

To ensure that junior staff members are aware of relevant policies, procedures and

guidelines.

Partnership Working

To demonstrate an understanding of and apply the principles of the CARE Values.

To actively work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team with a range of

professionals from other service areas who may be participating in the care of a

patient/service user.

To lead effective team working, communicating with others in a constructive way,

which enables colleagues to make suggestions for the improvement of care delivery.

To lead and participate in team meetings.

Responsibility for Physical and Financial Resources

To ensure that public funds are used responsibly and appropriately.

To have an awareness of cost implications and assist in the management of resources

within the service area e.g. equipment and supplies.

To ensure the safe and responsible use of equipment.

To handle valuables in accordance with agreed policies and procedures.

Professional Development

To take responsibility for maintaining own professional development and revalidation

requirements, ensuring completion of training in accordance with the Statutory,

Mandatory and Essential to Role Training Policy.

To participate in supervisory one-to-one meetings and undertake HSC Values Based

Appraisals where appropriate, developing plans to meet personal and organisational

objectives.

To continually develop new knowledge and skills, applying this to practice and sharing

with colleagues as appropriate.

To develop programmes of learning to meet the educational needs of staff working

within the department or service.

To participate in the induction, orientation and development of new staff, agency

workers, students and any voluntary workers.

To actively contribute to an effective learning environment and to supervise and

assess pre and post registration students in accordance with University and HSC

requirements.

Research Development and Audit

To use data from clinical incidents to inform areas of audit activity and service

development.

To participate in HSC quality improvement initiatives and audits to improve patient

and service user safety and care.

To keep up to date with evidence-based practice and current trends.

Analysis and Data Management

To understand Key Performance Indicators and trends within own service area and

contribute to service development.

To utilise a variety of data sources to contribute to the analysis and investigation of

incidents.

Job responsibilities

Responsibility for Patient/Service User Care

To manage a defined caseload, using evidence-based practice and client-centred

principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions focusing on agreed

goals.

To work in a flexible way, adapting the service to meet the changing needs of service

users from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds.

To adhere to and apply the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct for Occupational

Therapists.

Provide supervision for junior staff 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 multidisciplinary 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 autonomously, recognising changes in patients'/service users' presentation

which require intervention, knowing when to escalate as appropriate.

To guide, advise and direct other staff in the assessment, planning, implementation

and evaluation of specialised patient/service user care.

To promote patient/service user involvement in the planning, delivery and evaluation

of care, respecting their beliefs and dignity.

To utilise data and information from a range of sources to identify patient/service user

condition to guide decision making.

Within field of expertise and policy, request specific clinical tests to establish a

diagnosis.

To undertake the role of health promoter and educator for patients/service users and

their support networks.

To ensure that professional standards are upheld by the staff members working within

the postholders sphere of responsibility.

To report all accidents and incidents as per policy and participate in risk management

and Quality and Safety processes e.g. SWARM.

To be accountable for ensuring that safeguards are in place for patients/service users

and escalate any safety, safeguarding or risk concerns following the appropriate

processes.

To carry out and record comprehensive assessment and treatment intervention as per

legal and professional guidelines and standards and in accordance with local policy.

To formulate and deliver specific Occupational Therapy treatment programmes using

evidence-based practice and skilled clinical reasoning.

To work collaboratively with the service user, their carers and the MDT to set agreed

realistic goals, actions and outcomes.

To carry out manual handling/clinical risk assessments and implement subsequent

actions.

To facilitate the safe discharge of individuals to community living.

To formulate a specification, following assessment, for the provision of minor medical

devices/assistive technology and adaptations to ensure it meets identified need.

Communication

To build a therapeutic relationship with patients/service users and their support

network, communicating with them in a way that respects their views, language,

cultural differences and cognitive function.

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 attend and contribute to case conferences, ward and community care-planning

meetings as required.

To use a wide range of communication skills that can be adapted to meet the needs

of complex and challenging situations.

To manage conflict between individuals including staff, patients/service users and

their support network.

To establish effective working relations with all members of the multi-disciplinary

team and outside agencies, clearly relaying condition related information in a timely

and effective manner.

Communicates to patients/service users and support networks compassionately, in

a confidential and sensitive professional manner.

To provide clear, concise, and accurate electronic and paper records of the care given

in accordance with agreed policy and standards.

To identify long-term needs and make onward referrals to action further intervention

to meet clients holistic needs.

To be accountable for own safety as a lone worker and ensure any risks identified are

documented and actioned.

Leadership

To act as a professional role model for junior staff, promoting high standards of

practice and strong professional values.

To contribute to team success and excellent standards of care by challenging others

constructively, upholding HSCs CARE Values.

To ensure team members are aware of organisational objectives, policies and

procedures and implications that they have for their practice.

To undertake Values Based Appraisals for staff as required and support such staff with

performance issues, developing action plans to address developmental needs.

To contribute to the recruitment of team members and ensure a positive and

supportive working environment for all staff.

To advocate on behalf of patients and service users.

To take accountability and reflect on own decisions and actions using available

support networks.

Planning and Organisation

To organise own workload and tasks and that of others, demonstrating the ability to

recognise changing priorities and adjusting plans accordingly.

To coordinate and delegate activities to junior colleagues where applicable within

agreed systems of working, considering required skill mix and staffing levels, in

accordance with patient/service user need.

Policy and Service Development

To contribute to service developments and propose changes to policies and

procedures.

To ensure that junior staff members are aware of relevant policies, procedures and

guidelines.

Partnership Working

To demonstrate an understanding of and apply the principles of the CARE Values.

To actively work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team with a range of

professionals from other service areas who may be participating in the care of a

patient/service user.

To lead effective team working, communicating with others in a constructive way,

which enables colleagues to make suggestions for the improvement of care delivery.

To lead and participate in team meetings.

Responsibility for Physical and Financial Resources

To ensure that public funds are used responsibly and appropriately.

To have an awareness of cost implications and assist in the management of resources

within the service area e.g. equipment and supplies.

To ensure the safe and responsible use of equipment.

To handle valuables in accordance with agreed policies and procedures.

Professional Development

To take responsibility for maintaining own professional development and revalidation

requirements, ensuring completion of training in accordance with the Statutory,

Mandatory and Essential to Role Training Policy.

To participate in supervisory one-to-one meetings and undertake HSC Values Based

Appraisals where appropriate, developing plans to meet personal and organisational

objectives.

To continually develop new knowledge and skills, applying this to practice and sharing

with colleagues as appropriate.

To develop programmes of learning to meet the educational needs of staff working

within the department or service.

To participate in the induction, orientation and development of new staff, agency

workers, students and any voluntary workers.

To actively contribute to an effective learning environment and to supervise and

assess pre and post registration students in accordance with University and HSC

requirements.

Research Development and Audit

To use data from clinical incidents to inform areas of audit activity and service

development.

To participate in HSC quality improvement initiatives and audits to improve patient

and service user safety and care.

To keep up to date with evidence-based practice and current trends.

Analysis and Data Management

To understand Key Performance Indicators and trends within own service area and

contribute to service development.

To utilise a variety of data sources to contribute to the analysis and investigation of

incidents.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum Qualification:
• Hold a Degree in Occupational Therapy or be a graduate of a School of Occupational Therapy recognised by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists.
• Current HCPC Registration.
• Evidence of postgraduate CPD.

Desirable

• Key Criteria:
• The ability to evidence how HSCs CARE Values are applied in practice.
• Demonstrable continuous post registration Occupational Therapy experience working as a Band 5, in Adult Hospital Ward and/or Adult Community-based settings.
• Be proficient in a range of I.T systems such as Microsoft Word, Excel, TEAMS, outlook.
• To be enthusiastic, with good interpersonal skills and experienced in working in multi disciplinary teams, where the contribution of the Occupational Therapy role is promoted.
• A high standard of communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to deal with complex and challenging situations in a calm and diplomatic manner.
• The ability to effectively prioritise own workload and that of others.
• The ability to work autonomously and also as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Commitment to self-development and the development of others.
• Adaptable and responsive to changing service needs.
• Ability to deal with stress in self and others, recognising when support is required.
• Experienced in supervision of Students and OT Assistants and assisting in the orientation of junior qualified OTs.
• To be willing and able to work as part of a flexible OT 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 acute Hospital.
• 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.
• Ability to self-manage, prioritise and delegate appropriately to manage own workload yet able to recognise the need for and seek support when necessary.
• 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.
• Evidence of ongoing postgraduate CPD in accordance with HCPC and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) guidelines.
• To possess a full and valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for business use.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum Qualification:
• Hold a Degree in Occupational Therapy or be a graduate of a School of Occupational Therapy recognised by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists.
• Current HCPC Registration.
• Evidence of postgraduate CPD.

Desirable

• Key Criteria:
• The ability to evidence how HSCs CARE Values are applied in practice.
• Demonstrable continuous post registration Occupational Therapy experience working as a Band 5, in Adult Hospital Ward and/or Adult Community-based settings.
• Be proficient in a range of I.T systems such as Microsoft Word, Excel, TEAMS, outlook.
• To be enthusiastic, with good interpersonal skills and experienced in working in multi disciplinary teams, where the contribution of the Occupational Therapy role is promoted.
• A high standard of communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to deal with complex and challenging situations in a calm and diplomatic manner.
• The ability to effectively prioritise own workload and that of others.
• The ability to work autonomously and also as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Commitment to self-development and the development of others.
• Adaptable and responsive to changing service needs.
• Ability to deal with stress in self and others, recognising when support is required.
• Experienced in supervision of Students and OT Assistants and assisting in the orientation of junior qualified OTs.
• To be willing and able to work as part of a flexible OT 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 acute Hospital.
• 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.
• Ability to self-manage, prioritise and delegate appropriately to manage own workload yet able to recognise the need for and seek support when necessary.
• 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.
• Evidence of ongoing postgraduate CPD in accordance with HCPC and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) guidelines.
• To possess a full and valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for business use.

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 .

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 .

Employer details

Employer name

States of Guernsey

Address

Princess Elizabeth Hospital

Le Vauquiedor

ST. MARTIN

GY4 6UU

Guernsey

Employer's website

https://www.gov.gg/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

States of Guernsey

Address

Princess Elizabeth Hospital

Le Vauquiedor

ST. MARTIN

GY4 6UU

Guernsey

Employer's website

https://www.gov.gg/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job responsibilities

Responsibility for Patient/Service User Care

To manage a defined caseload, using evidence-based practice and client-centred

principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions focusing on agreed

goals.

To work in a flexible way, adapting the service to meet the changing needs of service

users from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds.

To adhere to and apply the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct for Occupational

Therapists.

Provide supervision for junior staff 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 multidisciplinary 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 autonomously, recognising changes in patients'/service users' presentation

which require intervention, knowing when to escalate as appropriate.

To guide, advise and direct other staff in the assessment, planning, implementation

and evaluation of specialised patient/service user care.

To promote patient/service user involvement in the planning, delivery and evaluation

of care, respecting their beliefs and dignity.

To utilise data and information from a range of sources to identify patient/service user

condition to guide decision making.

Within field of expertise and policy, request specific clinical tests to establish a

diagnosis.

To undertake the role of health promoter and educator for patients/service users and

their support networks.

To ensure that professional standards are upheld by the staff members working within

the postholders sphere of responsibility.

To report all accidents and incidents as per policy and participate in risk management

and Quality and Safety processes e.g. SWARM.

To be accountable for ensuring that safeguards are in place for patients/service users

and escalate any safety, safeguarding or risk concerns following the appropriate

processes.

To carry out and record comprehensive assessment and treatment intervention as per

legal and professional guidelines and standards and in accordance with local policy.

To formulate and deliver specific Occupational Therapy treatment programmes using

evidence-based practice and skilled clinical reasoning.

To work collaboratively with the service user, their carers and the MDT to set agreed

realistic goals, actions and outcomes.

To carry out manual handling/clinical risk assessments and implement subsequent

actions.

To facilitate the safe discharge of individuals to community living.

To formulate a specification, following assessment, for the provision of minor medical

devices/assistive technology and adaptations to ensure it meets identified need.

Communication

To build a therapeutic relationship with patients/service users and their support

network, communicating with them in a way that respects their views, language,

cultural differences and cognitive function.

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 attend and contribute to case conferences, ward and community care-planning

meetings as required.

To use a wide range of communication skills that can be adapted to meet the needs

of complex and challenging situations.

To manage conflict between individuals including staff, patients/service users and

their support network.

To establish effective working relations with all members of the multi-disciplinary

team and outside agencies, clearly relaying condition related information in a timely

and effective manner.

Communicates to patients/service users and support networks compassionately, in

a confidential and sensitive professional manner.

To provide clear, concise, and accurate electronic and paper records of the care given

in accordance with agreed policy and standards.

To identify long-term needs and make onward referrals to action further intervention

to meet clients holistic needs.

To be accountable for own safety as a lone worker and ensure any risks identified are

documented and actioned.

Leadership

To act as a professional role model for junior staff, promoting high standards of

practice and strong professional values.

To contribute to team success and excellent standards of care by challenging others

constructively, upholding HSCs CARE Values.

To ensure team members are aware of organisational objectives, policies and

procedures and implications that they have for their practice.

To undertake Values Based Appraisals for staff as required and support such staff with

performance issues, developing action plans to address developmental needs.

To contribute to the recruitment of team members and ensure a positive and

supportive working environment for all staff.

To advocate on behalf of patients and service users.

To take accountability and reflect on own decisions and actions using available

support networks.

Planning and Organisation

To organise own workload and tasks and that of others, demonstrating the ability to

recognise changing priorities and adjusting plans accordingly.

To coordinate and delegate activities to junior colleagues where applicable within

agreed systems of working, considering required skill mix and staffing levels, in

accordance with patient/service user need.

Policy and Service Development

To contribute to service developments and propose changes to policies and

procedures.

To ensure that junior staff members are aware of relevant policies, procedures and

guidelines.

Partnership Working

To demonstrate an understanding of and apply the principles of the CARE Values.

To actively work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team with a range of

professionals from other service areas who may be participating in the care of a

patient/service user.

To lead effective team working, communicating with others in a constructive way,

which enables colleagues to make suggestions for the improvement of care delivery.

To lead and participate in team meetings.

Responsibility for Physical and Financial Resources

To ensure that public funds are used responsibly and appropriately.

To have an awareness of cost implications and assist in the management of resources

within the service area e.g. equipment and supplies.

To ensure the safe and responsible use of equipment.

To handle valuables in accordance with agreed policies and procedures.

Professional Development

To take responsibility for maintaining own professional development and revalidation

requirements, ensuring completion of training in accordance with the Statutory,

Mandatory and Essential to Role Training Policy.

To participate in supervisory one-to-one meetings and undertake HSC Values Based

Appraisals where appropriate, developing plans to meet personal and organisational

objectives.

To continually develop new knowledge and skills, applying this to practice and sharing

with colleagues as appropriate.

To develop programmes of learning to meet the educational needs of staff working

within the department or service.

To participate in the induction, orientation and development of new staff, agency

workers, students and any voluntary workers.

To actively contribute to an effective learning environment and to supervise and

assess pre and post registration students in accordance with University and HSC

requirements.

Research Development and Audit

To use data from clinical incidents to inform areas of audit activity and service

development.

To participate in HSC quality improvement initiatives and audits to improve patient

and service user safety and care.

To keep up to date with evidence-based practice and current trends.

Analysis and Data Management

To understand Key Performance Indicators and trends within own service area and

contribute to service development.

To utilise a variety of data sources to contribute to the analysis and investigation of

incidents.

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum Qualification:
• Hold a Degree in Occupational Therapy or be a graduate of a School of Occupational Therapy recognised by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists.
• Current HCPC Registration.
• Evidence of postgraduate CPD.

Desirable

• Key Criteria:
• The ability to evidence how HSCs CARE Values are applied in practice.
• Demonstrable continuous post registration Occupational Therapy experience working as a Band 5, in Adult Hospital Ward and/or Adult Community-based settings.
• Be proficient in a range of I.T systems such as Microsoft Word, Excel, TEAMS, outlook.
• To be enthusiastic, with good interpersonal skills and experienced in working in multi disciplinary teams, where the contribution of the Occupational Therapy role is promoted.
• A high standard of communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to deal with complex and challenging situations in a calm and diplomatic manner.
• The ability to effectively prioritise own workload and that of others.
• The ability to work autonomously and also as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Commitment to self-development and the development of others.
• Adaptable and responsive to changing service needs.
• Ability to deal with stress in self and others, recognising when support is required.
• Experienced in supervision of Students and OT Assistants and assisting in the orientation of junior qualified OTs.
• To be willing and able to work as part of a flexible OT 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 acute Hospital.
• 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.
• Ability to self-manage, prioritise and delegate appropriately to manage own workload yet able to recognise the need for and seek support when necessary.
• 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.
• Evidence of ongoing postgraduate CPD in accordance with HCPC and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) guidelines.
• To possess a full and valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for business use.