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We are seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our Learning Disability and Neurodiversity (LDN) Team. You will play a key role in supporting individuals to live meaningful, independent lives by promoting participation in daily activities, enhancing wellbeing, and reducing barriers to inclusion. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. About the Role: As an Occupational Therapist you'll be an integral part of a welcoming and encouraging team. Our collaborative efforts extend to colleagues within Reading Borough Council, healthcare professionals, voluntary and charity organizations, Brighter Futures for Children, and education partners, all aimed at achieving optimal outcomes for the individuals under our care. We seek individuals who can showcase excellent communication skills and possess the ability to establish and nurture relationships with colleagues, service users, and their families. We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist who:
<ul>
<li>Holds a recognised degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy and is HCPC registered.</li>
<li>Has experience working with people with learning disabilities, autism, or other neurodivergent conditions (or a strong interest in this area).</li>
<li>Demonstrates excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and team-working skills.</li>
<li>Is committed to inclusive practice and person-centred care.</li>
</ul>
 Your role will include:
<ul>
<li>Providing a timely transition for all Care Act eligible 14- to 18-year-olds into adulthood; and ensuring all adults with a learning disability and/or autism are receiving the appropriate ASC support under care act eligibility criteria.</li>
<li>Promoting as much independence, whatever that looks like to the young/older adults, as possible to allow for successful and achievable outcomes.</li>
<li>Embedding an enablement focus. You will support individuals to remain in their own homes and maximise their independence.</li>
<li>Working with all families to ensure they understand the role and remit of ASC for eligible LDN adults.</li>
<li>Developing close and effective relationships with providers, community and voluntary services, children’s services, schools and colleges.</li>
<li>Helping us to be a high performing, efficient, supportive and outcome focused team who together embed the principles of TEAM Reading.</li>
<li>Using a strengths-based approach and your unique OT skill set to support individuals to find solutions, promote wellbeing and healthy occupations through a variety of interventions including equipment, adaptations, manual handling, goal planning and working closely with care providers, Housing Services and Health colleagues.</li>
</ul>
You will hold a varied caseload and contribute to the team performance and positive outcomes for our young people. You will work within local RBC guidance, policies and procedures, as well as RCOT guidelines and good practice. A good understanding of the Care Act 2014 and its application, including Adult Safeguarding is desirable.&nbsp;
 We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. We offer excellent support, supervision, and induction. You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop new clinical skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio, extending your skills and supporting you to grow as an Occupational Therapist. You’ll be part of a team that relies on everyone to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.

Our offer A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing, and road tax</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement</li>
</ul>
Closing date: Applications considered on receipt Interview date: To be arranged If you would like to find out more about this role and the team, please contact Louise Mole (LDA Team Manager) on 0118 937 3747 or email <a href="mailto:louise.mole@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">louise.mole@reading.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:louise.mole@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a><a href="mailto:louise.mole@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank"> </a>
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Visit: <a href="https://moretoreading.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a> to find out more about Reading’s Community &amp; Adult Social Care Services. It’s a chance to hear from the people who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their professional destination.&nbsp;

Reading Borough Council

Occupational Therapist - Learning Disability and Neurodiversity (LDN) Team

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We are looking for a Senior Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic and supportive Learning Disability and Neurodiversity (LDN) Team. This is an exciting opportunity to use your clinical expertise and leadership skills to shape service delivery and support individuals in achieving their goals.
 Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have a passion for supporting adults with learning disabilities and neurodivergent needs to live more independent and fulfilling lives?
 We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. About the Role: As a Senior Occupational Therapist you'll be an integral part of a welcoming and encouraging team. Our collaborative efforts extend to colleagues within Reading Borough Council, healthcare professionals, voluntary and charity organizations, Brighter Futures for Children, and education partners, all aimed at achieving optimal outcomes for the individuals under our care. We seek individuals who can showcase excellent communication skills and possess the ability to establish and nurture relationships with colleagues, service users, and their families. In this senior role, you will:
<ul>
<li>Provide advanced, person-centred occupational therapy assessments and interventions to adults with a range of complex needs.</li>
<li>Offer clinical leadership and supervision to junior staff and students within the team.</li>
<li>Work closely with health, social care, and voluntary sector colleagues to deliver integrated care.</li>
<li>Take a lead on service development initiatives and contribute to strategic planning.</li>
<li>Support the development of pathways that promote independence, inclusion, and positive outcomes.</li>
</ul>
 We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist who:
<ul>
<li>Holds a recognised degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy and is HCPC registered.</li>
<li>Has experience working with people with learning disabilities, autism, or other neurodivergent conditions (or a strong interest in this area).</li>
<li>Demonstrates excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and team-working skills.</li>
<li>Is committed to inclusive practice and person-centred care.</li>
</ul>
 Your role will include:
<ul>
<li>Providing a timely transition for all Care Act eligible 14- to 18-year-olds into adulthood; and ensuring all adults with a learning disability and/or autism are receiving the appropriate ASC support under care act eligibility criteria.</li>
<li>Promoting as much independence, whatever that looks like to the young/older adults, as possible to allow for successful and achievable outcomes.</li>
<li>Embedding an enablement focus. You will support individuals to remain in their own homes and maximise their independence.</li>
<li>Working with all families to ensure they understand the role and remit of ASC for eligible LDN adults.</li>
<li>Developing close and effective relationships with providers, community and voluntary services, children’s services, schools and colleges.</li>
<li>Helping us to be a high performing, efficient, supportive and outcome focused team who together embed the principles of TEAM Reading.</li>
<li>Using a strengths-based approach and your unique OT skill set to support individuals to find solutions, promote wellbeing and healthy occupations through a variety of interventions including equipment, adaptations, manual handling, goal planning and working closely with care providers, Housing Services and Health colleagues.</li>
</ul>
You will hold a varied caseload and contribute to the team performance and positive outcomes for our young people. You will work within local RBC guidance, policies and procedures, as well as RCOT guidelines and good practice. A good understanding of the Care Act 2014 and its application, including Adult Safeguarding is desirable.&nbsp;
 We offer excellent support, supervision, and induction. You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop new clinical skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio, extending your skills and supporting you to grow as an Occupational Therapist. You’ll be part of a team that relies on everyone to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.

Our offer A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing, and road tax</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement</li>
</ul>
Closing date: Applications considered on receipt Interview date: To be arranged If you would like to find out more about this role and the team, please contact Louise Mole (LDA Team Manager) on 0118 937 3747 or email <a href="mailto:louise.mole@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">louise.mole@reading.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:louise.mole@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a><a href="mailto:louise.mole@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank"> </a>
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
 Visit: <a href="https://moretoreading.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a> to find out more about Reading’s Community &amp; Adult Social Care Services. It’s a chance to hear from the people who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their professional destination.&nbsp;

Senior Occupational Therapist - Learning Disability and Neurodiversity Team

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Occupational Therapy Social Care Practitioner to join our supportive Occupational Therapy Team at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.
As a Occupational Therapy Social Care Practitioner, you play a key role in supporting individuals to live independently and safely within their own homes and communities. You will work under the supervision of a OT registered practitioner to undertake direct work with the individuals and their carers. Your work will directly contribute to improving quality of life for residents with physical, sensory, or cognitive challenges.
Within this role you will seek to prevent, reduce, and delay the need for formal care and support using a strength-based approach which includes provision of tailored advice, information, and a range of interventions.
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate practitioner to join a team that’s transforming lives every day!
Apply now to be part of a service that values innovation, collaboration, and community impact!
Benefits
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 33 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays&nbsp;
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more!
Key responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>To work with customers and their carer’s using a strength-based approach to provide tailored advice information, and signposting to help them remain as independent as possible and live safely in the community.</li>
<li>To identify and implement appropriate prevention plans that will avoid, reduce, or delay the need for formal long-term care.</li>
<li>Maintain a network and collaborate with key partners including other LA departments, health, and voluntary organisations to ensure that the needs of the individual are met in the most appropriate way.</li>
<li>To work in a person-centred way, ensuring that individual dignity is maintained, cultural and communication needs are addressed, and choices and aspirations are acknowledged. To provide or arrange advocacy as required ensuring that the voices of service users are heard, and application of positive risk-taking framework as required.</li>
<li>Carry a designated workload and support registered practitioners as required and directed by Team and other Manager’s. Ensure social care information recording systems are appropriately used and maintained – including recording of referrals, assessments, support plans, reviews, risk assessments and day to day contacts and case notes.</li>
</ul>
Candidate requirements:
<ul>
<li>Competent level of IT skills and ability to learn and use adult social care recording system</li>
<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills – including ability to engage with individuals with a diverse range of communication needs</li>
<li>Ability to work under pressure and maintain professional composure</li>
<li>Awareness of the impact of ill health, disability, social disadvantage, and poverty has on and individuals’ wellbeing</li>
</ul>
Our Area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.&nbsp;
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. The borough has a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.&nbsp;
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Alternatively, to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact Kara Grace via email <a href="mailto:kara.grace@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">kara.grace@wokingham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Closing date: 13th July 2025, 11pm
Interview date: TBC
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Occupational Therapy Social Care Practitioner

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To apply, please complete the application form in full which can be downloaded from the school’s website at <a href="https://www.kgaeasthampstead.uk/staff-vacancies/" target="_blank">https://www.kgaeasthampstead.uk/staff-vacancies/</a> &nbsp;or contact our Personnel Officer, via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@kgaeasthampstead.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@kgaeasthampstead.uk</a> or by telephone on 01344 390826.
King’s Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young students and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will need to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.
Employment is with King's Academies and not Bracknell Forest Council. The Trust is very popular and for most posts a large number of applications are received - it is therefore not possible to notify all applicants of the outcome. Please accept that if you have not heard within two weeks of the closing date then, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful - in which case we offer our best wishes for the future.

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It is not just our teaching staff who help us create a positive culture for learning where students are Respectful, Successful and World Wise. All staff are vital in helping students achieve their full potential and ensure that they can make a positive contribution to society on a global stage.&nbsp;&nbsp;
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Inclusion Officer to join our school. The post holder will be responsible for the day to day running of the inclusion room and ensuring it has a positive impact on our students. The successful candidate will need to have extremely high standards, have experience of working with young people and prior behavioural management is desirable.&nbsp; A caring, flexible and common-sense approach is important to ensure that all students achieve to the best of their ability.
King’s Academy Easthampstead Park is a co-educational, community comprehensive serving Bracknell South.&nbsp; As a school we strive to give our students every opportunity to be happy, healthy and successful. We aim to deliver the best quality teaching and learning in a school where staff and students have respect and pride in themselves, their school and their community.&nbsp;
We work with our students to develop their aspirations and talents to achieve their full potential in a safe, caring and supportive environment. We have a friendly and supportive staff who enjoy working with a student body that fully reflects our community. There is a strong sense that the school is moving forward and we believe that this is an exciting time to join us.&nbsp; King’s Academy Easthampstead Park, values diversity and promotes equality.&nbsp;
Our vision is to deliver a school judged as outstanding, that lives up to its values and beliefs. Our sense of community is built around the quality of relationships between staff, students and parents with the emphasis on respect and pride.&nbsp;
Applications will be considered upon receipt, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
To apply, please complete the application form in full which can be downloaded from the school’s website at <a href="https://www.kgaeasthampstead.uk/staff-vacancies/" target="_blank">https://www.kgaeasthampstead.uk/staff-vacancies/</a> &nbsp;or contact our Personnel Officer, via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@kgaeasthampstead.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@kgaeasthampstead.uk</a> or by telephone on 01344 390826.
Closing: Midday on Tuesday 22 April 2025
Interviews to take place: Week commencing 28 April 2025
Our recruitment has safeguarding at the heart of the process.&nbsp; We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment.&nbsp; Appropriate checks will be undertaken including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.&nbsp; 
We reserve the right to carry out an online search as part of our due diligence obligations on shortlisted candidates and candidates will be provided the opportunity to address any issues or concerns that may come up during the search at interview.

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