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Band 7 Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Service Care Solutions are recruiting for a Band 7 Occupational Therapist for a LOCUM contract supporting Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will provide Occupational Therapy to Adults with Learning Disabilities. This is a ward-based role providing specialist support across Inpatient Units within Macclesfield and Chester.

The successful candidate will work for the duration of 5 Months with the likelihood of extension. This is a Part-time opportunity, with application of 2 or more days being considered.

Job Purpose: Band 7 Occupational Therapist

Pay Rate: £30.24 PAYEE p/h + £250 SCS Sign-Up Bonus

Location: Macclesfield, Cheshire

Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 09:00-17:00

Contract: 30 Hours, less will be considered

The post holder will work as part of the wider multi-disciplinary Mental Health Team and provide Occupational Therapy to Adults with mild to moderate Learning Disabilities and Mental Health needs.
Key Responsibilities:

  • To assess an individual's readiness to step in to less restricted environments
  • To provide a high-quality service by a dedicated team for patients referred to the specialist unit
  • Maximise independence, active lifestyle and minimise disability
  • Being proactive in facilitating independent living in the community wherever possible, by working with patients and their carers and other members of the team by setting realistic goals and evaluating their outcomes


Requirements

  • Occupational Therapy qualification
  • HCPC Registration



Benefits

  • Four weekly payroll runs
  • £250 training allowance
  • Excellent pay rates
  • Exceptional referral bonuses
  • Specialists mental health consultants offering single point of contact
  • Frequent notifications for upcoming opportunities via text and email
  • LTD & PAYE payment options available
  • Nationwide provider of mental health staff to over 40 different NHS trusts offering mental health services and over 200 local authorities.
  • FREE DBS disclosures provided via fast track online services
  • FREE Occupational Health Check and Immunisations



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  • £150 Agency Switch Bonus - If you're unhappy with your current agency or simply fancy a change, Service Care Solutions will give you £150 for bringing your current contract to us.
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