Occupational Therapist

1 week ago

Eastbourne, East Sussex, United Kingdom East Sussex County Council Full time £30,000 - £50,000 per year

Do you want to help people get back to being independent following a period of illness or injury?

If you are a qualified occupational therapist, then this could be the role you're looking for.

As an Occupational therapist, you will work as part of our multi-disciplinary team to assess client's current function and work with others to provide rehabilitation and safe and timely discharge planning to enable clients to regain independence and safely return home.

You will also support a team of therapy assistants providing guidance and supervision.

This is a really rewarding role allowing you to see first hand the positive impact your role is having in getting people back to being independent and remaining at home.

We are looking for candidates who:

  • Are qualified Occupational therapists with a HCPC registration.
  • Is a team player
  • Has effective communication skills
  • Is positive and proactive.
  • Has a full UK driving licence with own transport

Please download the Job Description and Person Specification and Milton Grange Leaflet for more information.

to apply for this role, please click the 'Apply Now' button above to upload your CV with a supporting statement.

When writing your supporting statement be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education or personal interests.

For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page .

Interviews will take place in person at Milton Grange, on a date to be confirmed.

Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.

The role is offered on a seconded basis for 6 months and will provide you the opportunity to develop your skills in reablement, working within a supportive multi-disciplinary team.

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page .

For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact David Cook, Integrated Therapy Lead at to request a MS teams call or phone call.

For putting my skills to good use, choose East Sussex

"The best thing about working for East Sussex is knowing every person who works here cares about our residents and wants to achieve the best outcomes for them." Casey, Project Officer

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 . 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.

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. For further information please go to

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.

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