We are currently looking for a part time locum OT to manage the adaptations Team for a busy London Council. This would be 2.5 days per week, with some potential flexibility. The position is mostly remote working and office based one day per week.

The position will include day to day management of the adaptations team, x4 direct reports (all very experienced team members). Monthly 121’s, half year and annual appraisals, system approvals for DFG spend & responsible for the DFG budget, case discussions /problem solving as required, legislative guidance, lead any necessary process development or mini projects, investigate and draft complaint responses, occasional visits for OT perspective (approx. twice per month) promotion and representation of the team where required, attend virtual contractor and RSL meetings quarterly. Engagement with practice improvement /CQC visit prep as required, review of suitability of plans for any resident own schemes.

The OT will need to be very experienced as a manager, knowledgeable and self-managing.

If you'd like to find out more, we would love to hear from you!

Why choose Tripod?

• The Allied Health Team at Tripod Partners has an outstanding reputation for offering a first class service to candidates primarily seeking occupational therapist, physiotherapist and speech & language therapist opportunities. With a proven track record and expertise in the social services, NHS, private and charity sector, Tripod prides itself as a proactive and innovative consultancy and continually demonstrate their innate ability to exceed locums' expectations. Our experienced Allied Health Team regularly receives accolades and positive comments and command a large percentage of the market sector.
• Registering with Tripod is completely free and will cost you nothing. In fact, we’ll give you a £50 gift voucher for registering with us. We cover the cost of all compliances including DBS processing costs, fitness to work certificates and all mandatory training. We can also contribute to your CPD once you’re working with us
• In all locum assignments with Tripod Partners you can expect guidance throughout your placement, access to resources, assistance with timesheet submissions and ongoing communication for any concerns or questions from your dedicated consultant as well as our Payroll Team. Should you wish to explore other locum opportunities at any point, Tripod will provide you with updates on positions suited to your skillset across the whole of the UK. We also offer CPD contributions to ensure you’re offered the same opportunities during your time locumming, as you would in a permanent placement.
• Exclusive access to some of the best and most rewarding jobs in the UK
• We also offer an excellent referral bonus scheme - refer a friend and receive £350! This bonus is unlimited and goes directly to you when we place them. We also offer a £500 loyalty bonus!In addition to the above, we now offer our locums a 24-hour helpline to support you through any of life’s issues or difficulties. This confidential service is designed to help you deal with any personal and professional problems that could be affecting your home life, work, health and general wellbeing. When working through Tripod you will have access to an online wellbeing portal, which provides confidential access to wellbeing fact sheets, webinars, 4-week programmes and many more benefits. This service also offers a free health and wellbeing mobile app, which provides an enhanced set of wellbeing tools and features. The features are designed to improve your mental and physical health by using personal metrics to set goals and achievements.
• We’re in a very strong unique position as Tripod Partners are one of the only agencies on all supplier contract PSLs and frameworks for NHS, Social Services AND Private clients! This allows you to work exclusively with Tripod Partners and benefit from our many incentives

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For more information please contact Sarah Adie