Nottingham City Council is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Practitioner Occupational Therapist to join our Adult Social Care team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced OT to take a leading role in supporting citizens to live safely and independently within their homes and communities.
As a Senior Practitioner, you will provide professional leadership, supervision, and guidance to a team of up to 8 practitioners, including Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, and Community Care Officers. You'll ensure high standards of practice, governance, and performance across the service, helping to shape the future of occupational therapy delivery in Nottingham.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver and oversee comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments for adults with disabilities and their families/carers, including equipment provision and major housing adaptations.
Apply strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014, and related legislation, ensuring best practice in equipment, housing, safeguarding, and social care delivery.
Provide leadership and supervision to a multidisciplinary team, fostering professional growth and maintaining service excellence.
Act as a mentor and role model, supporting colleagues through advice, quality assurance, and collaborative problem-solving.
Undertake complex assessments and care/support planning, especially where equipment or adaptations are critical to safety and independence.
Contribute to service development and innovation, driving continuous improvement and promoting person-centred, outcome-focused practice.
About You
We are looking for a confident, proactive, and reflective practitioner who:
Is a qualified Occupational Therapist, registered with the HCPC.
Has extensive post-qualification experience in delivering OT services to adults and families.
Demonstrates strong leadership and supervisory skills within a multidisciplinary context.
Has in-depth knowledge of Care Act legislation, housing and adaptations, and safeguarding.
Is committed to innovation, quality, and achieving the best possible outcomes for Nottingham's citizens.
What We Offer
Competitive rate of 36 per hour
Flexible hybrid working (minimum 1 day per week at Loxley House)
Supportive management and opportunities for professional development
A chance to make a real difference in the lives of adults and carers across Nottingham
Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
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