Practice Development AHP (Occupational Therapist)

Job overview

A wonderful opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist to join the award winning CLCH Practice Development Allied Health Professionals (AHP) team across adult and children’s community pathways of care. Our AHP workforce consists of Dietitians, Occupational Therapists, Paramedics, Physiotherapists, Podiatrists and Speech and Language Therapists

The post-holder will be based in the North Central division, supporting the Barnet clinical teams across the neighbourhood system. This role is fully visible and will work 80% in Division supporting clinical competence and skills in practice and 20% supporting supervision, personal skills development and any training preparation (not from home unless specific flexible working request approved).

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist with clinical experience in adult and children’s physical rehabilitation, complex disability management and/or health prevention in community settings, who is eager to develop their skills in AHP workforce development. Using a quality improvement approach, the Practice Development AHP will support the clinical workforce in delivering safe, evidence-based, patient-centred interventions in the community.

Main duties of the job

• Work as part of the practice development network, alongside multi-professional colleagues
• Support the clinical workforce to enhance skills and competence through mentoring, training, and practice development initiatives
• Apply quality improvement methodology to drive evidence-based practice in community care
• Collaborate with professional leads and teams to optimise workforce potential
• Contribute to the continuous professional development of clinical staff, including supporting learning and education programmes

What we offer:

• The opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment within the CLCH Academy
• Professional support from the AHP Practice Education Lead, as well as links to the Chief AHP and AHP Professional Leads
• Access to a variety of training opportunities and continuous professional development
• An opportunity to contribute to the development and upskilling of a diverse clinical workforce

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trust’s values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.