Head Occupational Therapist (Band 7) - Part-time Maternity CoverinWolverhamptoninWolverhamptonPUBLISHED THU 20 MAR 2025
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In this pivotal position, you'll be responsible for providing specialist assessments and treatments, while guiding the development of our occupational therapy services. With access to comprehensive professional development, robust supervision, and a commitment to evidence-based practice, you'll enjoy a supportive environment that nurtures your growth. Plus, as part of our inclusive team, you will have the chance to shape the future of occupational therapy within our hospital, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. Don’t wait—apply now to make a real difference in the community while advancing your career with us at Cygnet Health Care!
Base: Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton, 140 Wolverhampton Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, WV11 1UH
Are you a newly qualified or current Band 5 occupational therapist? Do you have a passion for delivering outstanding care and making a positive difference to the lives of the people in your care?This could be your perfect opportunity.
Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton is our state-of-the-art PICU & Acute hospital for men, in the West Midlands.
As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will work as an autonomous clinician, providing specialist assessment and treatment of occupational dysfunction. You will lead the occupational therapy department, and be part of the senior management team. An integral part of this role will be supporting student education within the team. This role includes opportunities for learning, development and research, supported by a robust appraisal and supervision structure based on RCOTs Career Development Framework.
About us
Head Occupational Therapist (Band 7) Part-time Maternity Cover
Location:140 Wolverhampton Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, WV11 1UH
Post: Fixed Term, 9 Months
Salary:Up to 39,000 p/a (Depending on experience)
Responsible to:Regional Lead Occupational Therapist (Line manager) and Hospital/Service Manager.
Hours:Part time
Are you an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist or a Band 7 Occupational Therapist and would like to explore a rewarding career experience?
About Us
Cygnet Groupwas established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services in England, Scotland and Wales.
Your Role
Service Line:Male Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit and Male Acute Mental Health.
Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton is our new state-of-the-art PICU & Acute hospital for men, in the West Midlands. The service features two wards. A 12 bed PICU ward and a 17 bed Acute ward. Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton has a full multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and supports the acute needs of adults requiring rapid access to mental health services, including those who may need an intensive care environment.
At Cygnet Healthcare, we have a strong occupational focus through support and direction from Clinical Leads and our Occupational Therapy Directors. Our Occupational Therapy Service is responsible for the assessment and treatment of occupational dysfunction, through the use of purposeful and meaningful activities. We use evidence-based practice within each of our service lines, as defined by our clinical steering groups, of which Occupational Therapists play a key role.
As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will work as an autonomous clinician. You will hold supervisory responsibility for others, and take a leadership role in specific projects. This role includes opportunities for learning, development and research, supported by a robust appraisal and supervision structure based on RCOTs Career Development Framework.
Occupational Therapy Directorate
Under the leadership of our occupational therapy directors we support over 150 Occupational Therapists and over 300 OT support staff. Working together as a large team we provide support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development.
Every service line has a clinical lead occupational therapist to lead and develop evidence based practice and agreed occupational therapy pathway.
We ensure our occupational therapy team members have a voice through participating in service model development, utilising the expertise and support of our clinical lead occupational therapists.
5 reasons why you should make an application today
- We care about people in our services
- Expert clinical supervision and protected time for a weekly 1:1 with your clinical supervisor
- Induction & service line training in area of specialism
- Dedicated CPD time for peer support, skill development and specialist training
- We support and develop you to build skills and confidence for the next level in your career.
Cygnet Health Care Benefits
- Free parking
- Free meals for staff on duty
- Relocation package available
- Group pension plan helping you save for your future
- NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card (includes big brand discounts)
- Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice.
- Plus much more
A career at Cygnet comes with excellent benefits. Whether its saving you money on the high street, with healthcare, holidays & leisure or securing your future with professional development and a pension we support you to be happy both in & out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
If you would like to discuss this role with the recruiting occupational therapist, wed be more than happy to facilitate this. Please contact: Hailey Roberts (West Midlands Regional Lead OT) for further information.
Requirements
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.
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