Occupational Therapist

at  East Sussex County Council

Job Introduction
Are you looking for a role which will value your experience to deliver an outstanding service to clients? If so, join us.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, forward-thinking Social Worker - Occupational Therapist to join our Older People Mental Health East team, based in St Leonards on Sea. Who would welcome the opportunity to work in a service that is adapting to the increased demands of our County and is open to fresh ideas and new ways of working.
We have developed a learning culture and are committed to offer opportunities for you to progress your career and/or increase your professional learning, e.g., Best Interest Assessor (BIA), Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP).
We welcome applications of Practitioners experienced in other areas of social care practice who have a passion for mental health and substance misuse work.

We ensure our staff have the tools and support they need, these include:

• flexible working practices supported by the latest technology.
• access to expert advice and support from qualified social work managers - including reflective supervision and a complex risk forum.
• evidence-based team learning, group reflective practice, online research tools.
• specialist training in partnership with Brighton University.

Hybrid working arrangements are applicable to the role this includes elements of office-based working, client visits and working from home. You will need to demonstrate you can meet the travel requirements of the role.
Hours: 37 per week (part time hours considered)
To apply select the ‘Apply now’ button and upload your CV with a covering letter. When completing your application be sure to address how you meet all the essential criteria listed in the job description and give examples of any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.
Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams unless you request an in-person interview. If you are unavailable to attend the allocated interview date/time, let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date/time for you.
For an informal discussion, please contact Derek Lowe on 01424 726017 or email Derek.Lowe@eastsussex.gov.uk

There are many rewards working for East Sussex County Council, some of these include:

• Generous pension scheme
• Hybrid working
• Access to training
• Lease car scheme (subject to qualifying criteria)
• Access to our extensive wellbeing and wellness training.

For more information about our diverse range of benefits please click on the link provided benefits page.
‘We will support you to provide support for others’
Additional Information
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to http://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.
Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.
Company Information
East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.
Package Description

Please refer the Job description for details