Job Description

Nottinghamshire County Council recognises the essential contribution which Occupational Therapists make towards supporting people to live their lives as independently as possible.


We are looking for a qualified Occupational Therapist to join our MIS North Nottinghamshire Team, covering Bassetlaw and Newark. Our team includes Promoting Independence Workers, Service Advisers, Community Care Officers, Occupational Therapists, Social Worker and supportive management. In overseeing the person's journey and as part of the MIS, you will have access to colleagues who provide direct service and support provision.


The Maximising Independence Service (MIS) is focused on early resolution, prevention and promoting independence and well-being. The service embeds a Strength Based Approach in everyday practice in line with the departments Adult Social Care Strategy and the Care Act 2014. The aim of the service is to help people to maximise their independence as much as possible by providing information, advice, and guidance, setting short-term goals, and identifying support to achieve those goals.


This could include:

Enablement Reablement Benefits advice Signposting to community support Equipment and minor adaptations Carers support and advice Support from i-work

The Maximising Independence Service will also work with other providers to support people to increase their independence and well-being.


To help us achieve our aim, we are looking for somebody who has the right skills, knowledge and values. So, do your values match ours?


We think it is important to:

Promote the principles of choice and control Take a personalised approach to supporting people Provide care and support with dignity and respect Take pride in the quality of the work we do

Do you think you can make a positive contribution to the service? If so, we would love to hear from you!


If you feel that you would be well suited to this type of work and have the relevant experience and skills to meet the job description, we would welcome an application from you. In return, you will receive ongoing training and coaching, regular supervision, annual development appraisals alongside the support of a highly skilled team. You will be provided with appropriate technology and access to work remotely.


Our office base covers the two Districts of Bassetlaw and Newark & Sherwood.


There is excellent clinical supervision and support from colleagues, including the Advanced Practitioner OT and the Team Manager OT.


NCC provides generous annual leave, extensive training opportunities and staff benefits, including hybrid working with advanced IT provision.

Please contact Michelle Thompson (Team Manager) on 01158041319 or Ashleigh Williams (Advanced Occupational Therapy Practitioner) on 01158044217