North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Band 5 Occupational Therapist - Bank Contract Up to 37.5 hours per week as and when required We are looking to recruit flexible and dynamic band 5 Occupational Therapists to join our Occupational Therapy bank. These posts will offer the opportunity to work in a number of NCIC teams across adult acute, community and paediatrics. The successful applicant may be asked to cover some weekends and bank holidays, dependent on the team they are working within. Main Duties of the Job
You will have the opportunity to work as part of a team, consolidating your skills as an independent practitioner, whilst also developing delegation skills to our dedicated support staff. Due to the nature of this position, the post would be suitable for Occupational Therapists wishing to explore the numerous specialist areas of OT practice within NCIC. You will enjoy the support of a strong Occupational Therapy network across both health and social care, which brings with it professional development opportunities. We will offer an excellent induction, ongoing professional support and a highly rewarding job to the successful candidate. We are keen to hear from both qualified, registered Occupational Therapists and those recently qualified who are awaiting HCPC registration in the coming months. About Us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county. Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time': Being a clinically led organisation Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust A positive patient experience every time A great place to work Managing our money well As an organisation, we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work. Across the North East and North Cumbria, we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability. Job Responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. The Trust will provide a twelve-month preceptorship period for New to registration Nurses, Midwives, and Allied Health Professionals. Registered Nurses, Midwives, and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles, or changing clinical environments may access an agreed preceptorship period. Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received, this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. Person Specification
Qualifications
Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy Current registration with HCPC Experience
Clinical experience as per training or student placement, across a variety of clinical settings. Use of reflection in practice Additional health-related experience in health care. Evidence of post-registration OT experience. Knowledge
Continuing professional development with portfolio. Occupational therapy models of practice and frames of reference. Knowledge and understanding of Clinical Governance. Knowledge and understanding of current OT best practice and evidence-based practice. Knowledge of standardised assessment tools and outcome measures. Aware of key NHS drivers for change. Evidence of relevant health-related courses. Skills and Aptitudes
High standard of written communication skills Organised team worker Flexible approach Personal Circumstances
Commitment to Professional development. Ability to participate in weekend working on a rota basis if required. Able to work without direct supervision. Other Requirements
Ability to travel extensively across North Cumbria Driving licence Membership of Professional Body (RCOT) Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust £29,970 to £36,483 a year, per annum, pro rata
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Band 5 Occupational Therapist - Bank Contract Up to 37.5 hours per week as and when required We are looking to recruit flexible and dynamic band 5 Occupational Therapists to join our Occupational Therapy bank. These posts will offer the opportunity to work in a number of NCIC teams across adult acute, community and paediatrics. The successful applicant may be asked to cover some weekends and bank holidays, dependent on the team they are working within. Main Duties of the Job
You will have the opportunity to work as part of a team, consolidating your skills as an independent practitioner, whilst also developing delegation skills to our dedicated support staff. Due to the nature of this position, the post would be suitable for Occupational Therapists wishing to explore the numerous specialist areas of OT practice within NCIC. You will enjoy the support of a strong Occupational Therapy network across both health and social care, which brings with it professional development opportunities. We will offer an excellent induction, ongoing professional support and a highly rewarding job to the successful candidate. We are keen to hear from both qualified, registered Occupational Therapists and those recently qualified who are awaiting HCPC registration in the coming months. About Us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county. Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time': Being a clinically led organisation Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust A positive patient experience every time A great place to work Managing our money well As an organisation, we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work. Across the North East and North Cumbria, we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability. Job Responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. The Trust will provide a twelve-month preceptorship period for New to registration Nurses, Midwives, and Allied Health Professionals. Registered Nurses, Midwives, and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles, or changing clinical environments may access an agreed preceptorship period. Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received, this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. Person Specification
Qualifications
Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy Current registration with HCPC Experience
Clinical experience as per training or student placement, across a variety of clinical settings. Use of reflection in practice Additional health-related experience in health care. Evidence of post-registration OT experience. Knowledge
Continuing professional development with portfolio. Occupational therapy models of practice and frames of reference. Knowledge and understanding of Clinical Governance. Knowledge and understanding of current OT best practice and evidence-based practice. Knowledge of standardised assessment tools and outcome measures. Aware of key NHS drivers for change. Evidence of relevant health-related courses. Skills and Aptitudes
High standard of written communication skills Organised team worker Flexible approach Personal Circumstances
Commitment to Professional development. Ability to participate in weekend working on a rota basis if required. Able to work without direct supervision. Other Requirements
Ability to travel extensively across North Cumbria Driving licence Membership of Professional Body (RCOT) Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust £29,970 to £36,483 a year, per annum, pro rata
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