Occupational Therapy - INTERNAL in Pontypool

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Work as a Team Lead in occupational therapy practice and provide clinical and professional leadership to occupational therapy staff working with service users who require long-term condition management as part of the OT community neurological service provision. In addition to holding a varied and specialist caseload of patients and overseeing day-to-day leadership of the team, the post will be expected to lead in the modernisation of occupational therapy practice for long-term conditions management. The post holder will influence the planning, development, evaluation, and efficiency of long-term condition management occupational therapy service. They will also be directly responsible for the development of occupational therapy practice in the context of multidisciplinary patient pathways and for facilitating an appropriate interface with OT colleagues working in in-patient service, community, reablement, and social services.

Main duties of the job: Applicants will be expected to have strong clinical and decision-making skills in order to demonstrate a depth and breadth of ability in working with people with neurological conditions in their own homes. You will need excellent communication skills, have initiative, and a flexible approach to work. You must be confident and effective in the delivery of OT interventions. This will ensure and evidence that these interventions meet the person’s needs and organisation’s expectations of safe, compassionate, and high-quality care. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. This post is fixed term for 22 months due to meet the needs of the service.

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:

• Degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Member of HCPC
• At least 1 module (CQFW level 7 at 20/30 credits each) or post-registration equivalent linked to practice
• Accredited practice placement educator
• Certificate in Leadership and/or Management

Desirable criteria:

• Member of relevant COT Specialist Section

Experience:

• Extensive experience in working within practice setting
• Significant experience working at Senior OT level
• Involvement in innovative working practices
• Experience of leading a change in OT clinical practice

Desirable criteria:

• Line management responsibilities

Other:

• Ability to assess, plan and implement highly specialised treatment and advice in specialist area related to post
• Negotiation and problem-solving skills utilised within OT and wider MDT teams
• Ability to use highly specialist clinical skills to interpret complex assessments for second opinion