Occupational Therapy Assistant

Directorate

Adult Social Care and All Age Commissioning

Section

Social Care Occupational Therapy Service

Location

Civic Centre

Grade

Level 7

Salary

£31,022 - £33,699 per annum pro rata

Hours

37 hours per week

Contract type

x5 full-time fixed term roles and x1 part-time fixed term role until 31/03/2027.

This advert is open to both internal and external applicants.

About us

We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that's where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.

Stoke-on-Trent City Council's diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.

Further information on the Council and our directorates

The Role

We are looking for dedicated, enthusiastic and self-motivated Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTA) to join our strong team of Occupational Therapists, OTAs and Support Staff for a fixed term contract. With good communication and IT skills and a commitment towards Continued Professional Development, you will be responsible (with the support of your Senior OT) for assessing the needs of people with disabilities and making recommendations for the provision of specialist equipment and minor/major adaptations to enable disabled people to live independent lifestyles.

You will work closely with other Social Care colleagues and professionals from other partner agencies such as Health and Housing. With experience in social care, an understanding of assessment and care planning, and good interpersonal skills, you will carry an active caseload of service users with eligible needs. Professional support, advice and supervision will be readily available from Senior OTs, and you will contribute to promoting the Occupational Therapy service.

For more information or to discuss the post, please contact Peter Ball (Service Manager) on 01782 237146.

Key Responsibilities

Assessment of people's daily living abilities in their own homes

Demonstration of, and provision of, community equipment where this is the most cost-effective way to meet needs

Arrangement of minor adaptations (costing less than £1000) to people's homes

Recommendation of major adaptations (costing more than £1000) to people's homes

Accurate and timely recording on case management system