Senior Occupational Therapist

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Job Overview

Working independently, the post holder will manage a varied and complex caseload providing Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to adults with learning disabilities whose needs cannot be met by generic services and require input from the specialist secondary learning disability service. The post holder will be required to work alongside the multi-disciplinary team in the learning disability team, seeing people in their own homes and in other community locations as required. The post holder and will be part of the wider Learning Disability OT service and may support clinical work across the service according to need.

Main duties of the job

To assess and provide Occupational Therapy intervention in an autonomous manner.

To assess risks and respond appropriately.

To independently plan, implement, evaluate and review treatment plans on an individual and group basis.

To carry out specialist occupational therapy assessments and interventions.

To undertake discharge home assessments and community interventions as appropriate.

To actively engage carers/families in the therapeutic process

To manage and prioritise case load independently.

To critically examine and evaluate own clinical performance, initiate changes in work practice, and integrate new knowledge into practice.

To function in a multi-disciplinary team identifying unique skills of the occupational therapist and act as a care coordinator when required.

To actively develop and maintain close working relationships with colleagues and agencies.

To participate in ward rounds and MDT meetings.

To maintain records and documentation required by work settings in accordance with Aneurin Bevan University Health /board and occupational therapy service guidelines and RCOT standards.

To demonstrate an understanding and working knowledge of relevant legislation and local policies.

To identify supervisory needs and use clinical supervision appropriately.

To adhere to the RCOT code of professional conduct and ethics including confidentiality.

Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply

Working for our organisation

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Degree or postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Therapy HCPC Registratio
• Relevant clinical experience in clinical area

Desirable criteria

• Practice Placement Educator
• Supervision experience of junior/unregistered staff or students

Experience

Essential criteria

• Evidence of CPD
• Experience of working autonomously and setting own priorities

Desirable criteria

• Experience of working in a range of clinical settings