This position offers a full-time commitment of 37.5 hours per week and includes various benefits such as generous annual leave, access to occupational health services, staff discounts, and support for continuing professional development. The Trust is dedicated to diversity and inclusivity in its workforce and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. Interested candidates can reach out to the Occupational Therapist Clinical Lead for more information.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our friendly Exeter South & West cluster. You may be an existing Band 6 or be an experienced Band 5, looking to develop.
For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
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For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
This role is based within the community rehab team which includes physiotherapists, occupational therapists, a rehabilitation nurse and support workers. We provide patient-centred care in patients homes, nursing and residential homes, providing support and rehabilitation to patients with long term and acute conditions, falls prevention and care of the older person, to achieve their full potential.
We link closely with our wider colleagues in the community nursing teams as well as social care. We also support the Community Urgent response team at times of need and the successful candidate is also expected to support a 7-day service, as part of a weekend rota.
You will require a wide-ranging clinical skills & community experience to be able to work autonomously, as well as part of a team. You will need excellent communication skills, adaptability & resilience to change. Lone working is required at times.
There is day to day clinical support from clinical leads as well as a structured in-service training programme to help support and guide your development.
The South & West cluster covers the areas of Broadclyst, Pinhoe, Topsham, Exminster, Alphington, St Thomas and Starcross.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. The staff member will be expected to support 7 day working as part of a rostered pattern to support to the 08:00 to 20:00 urgent community response rota.
Interview Date: To be confirmed
For further information please contact: Louise Cocks, Occupational Therapist Clinical Lead on
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
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