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Please note we NOT able to provide sponsorship for this role, therefore will not be able to consider candidates who require a certificate of sponsorship to work in the UK.

Neural Pathways has a unique opportunity a part time experienced Occupational Therapist with a minimum of 3 years’ experience, to join our friendly and supportive team in Northamptonshire and Leicestershire. We are looking for innovative and thoughtful therapists to work with an already experienced team to create and grow a dynamic neurological rehabilitation service. You should be motivated to work in all areas of rehab. A Full Driving Licence and Car are required.

Neural Pathways is different in that we see clients in the community, and in other Active Care Group services.

We are known for our client centred values and for offering highly skilled interprofessional rehabilitation. Our therapists are encouraged to think outside of the box, to work innovatively and holistically to deliver life changing sustainable outcomes.

Neural Pathways is an award-winning neuro-therapy service which takes pride in building bespoke rehabilitation programmes for clients. We work with clients with a wide range of neurological conditions including:

* Acquired brain injury

* Spinal Cord Injury

* Stroke

* Neurological Degenerative conditions such as MND and MS

* Polytrauma clients to include orthopaedic injuries

* Upper and lower limb amputees

What you'll be working:

We can be flexible, but you will work a total of 22.5 hours per week.

We understand the need for a positive work, life balance and would be happy to discuss flexible / hybrid working for the right candidate

What you'll be doing:

* Provide comprehensive assessment, advice, and treatment of clients following life changing catastrophic injury

* Maintain a small independent caseload providing Occupational Therapy assessment and therapy for patients with complex rehabilitation needs

* Provide Occupational Therapy as part of the multidisciplinary team, and be involved in interdisciplinary team service developments, meetings and audit as appropriate

* Work to develop a neuro technology offering for our clients
Engage with solicitors and case managers to monitor and track client progress and outcomes

* Provide supervision, support and training to junior team members, Therapy Assistants and students as required

* Maintain client records and collect activity data/statistics in accordance with company policy

* Work in accordance with the HCPC professional practice, ensuring practice is evidence based and in line with national clinical standards

* Maintain a professional development portfolio in line with HCPC registration requirements

* Keep abreast of evidence-based practice in Occupational Therapy through relevant reading, attending in-service training and external courses

* Be actively involved in research and/or audit activity as directed by the Senior Occupational Therapist

A link to the full job description and personal specification is at the bottom of this advert.

What you'll have:

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A recognised qualification as an Occupational Therapist

* Current registration with HCPC as an Occupational Therapist

* Experience of working within a Neurological Care and Rehabilitation setting would be an advantage.

We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability Confident committed employer.

What to look forward to:

* 25 days plus bank holidays

* Birthday off

* Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities

* Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop

* Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice

* A Nest Personal Pension account

* Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians

* We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme

* Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits

* Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1000 by recommending someone you know

* ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group