Occupational Therapist Associate Trainer

Description

We are seeking to recruit a passionate, flexible, experienced Occupational Therapist Associate Trainer to join our dynamic Adapt & Live team. The ideal candidate will have experience of working with community equipment and is looking for a challenge which offers diversity and the opportunity to use their knowledge and skills to support the development of services with colleagues in the NHS, local authority and commercial sector.

The successful applicant will work as a member of a multidisciplinary team, working alongside colleagues to provide services to disabled and older people, their carers, allied health professionals and others.

The role involves delivering Trusted Assessor training at various locations in the South of England.

About Disabled Living

Disabled Living provides support, advice and information, helping people to live with independence for as long as possible and enhance quality of life. The charity encompasses a range of services that support adults, children, older people and professionals.

The Adapt & Live team support the work of the charity by providing high quality, impartial advice to service users. They deliver a range of occupational therapy and moving handling training and assessments to facilitate safer, easier independent living.

Role

Training Responsibilities

• Deliver Trusted Assessor training at various locations in the South of England.
• Participate in a paid two-day induction at our Manchester training center, during which you will:
• Attend the Trusted Assessor training course you will deliver.
• Shadow experienced trainers and access comprehensive training materials.
• Have the opportunity to ask questions and gain insight into the training process.
• Receive support to complete an Award in Education and Training course, enabling you to deliver accredited training.

Future Opportunities

Assessment Duties:

• Conduct occupational therapy and moving and handling assessments for clients with diverse needs, including physical, developmental, sensory, learning, and mental health challenges.
• Provide tailored recommendations that consider legal, financial, and ethical factors.
• Ensure thorough stakeholder engagement where necessary, including carers, family members, housing providers, commercial partners, and other agencies.
• Appropriately signpost clients and carers to relevant services and resources.

Specialist Advice:

• Offer expert advice through the helpline, responding to diverse and unique requests from service users, including members of the public, carers, and professionals.
• Engage in consultancy with stakeholders to develop services and products collaboratively.
• Provide internal advice to staff on best practices, legislation, accessibility, and related issues.

This role offers a dynamic mix of training delivery, client assessments, and specialist consultancy, making a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and communities.

Requirements

For more information about the position, please contact Deborah Bell, Adapt & Live Manager on 0161 214 4590 or send your CV to Deborah.bell@adaptandlive.co.uk