Occupational Therapy Transformation Manager (Interim Executive (day rates))

Occupational Therapy Transformation Manager
Location: Westgate Street, GL1 2TG
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 12+ months
Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00
Pay Rate: £400 Per Day
Job Ref: (phone number removed)

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the transformation of occupational therapy services across the council.

• Develop and implement strategies to improve service delivery, efficiency, and patient outcomes.

• Work with senior leadership and stakeholders to drive change and embed new models of care.

• Oversee project planning, monitoring, and reporting for transformation initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and professional standards.

• Promote innovation, best practice, and evidence-based approaches within occupational therapy services.

• Support and develop staff to adopt new ways of working and improve service delivery.

• Manage budgets, resources, and performance to achieve transformation objectives.

Person Specifications
Must-Have

• Qualified Occupational Therapist with appropriate registration and professional credentials.

• Proven experience in service transformation, change management, or project leadership.

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

• Knowledge of adult social care, health systems, and occupational therapy service delivery.

• Ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives that improve outcomes and efficiency.

• Excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills.

• Eligibility to work in the UK and valid NI number.

• Ability to provide 3 years of verified references.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience in executive or interim leadership roles within local government or health services.

• Understanding of integrated care systems and cross-agency collaboration.

• Experience in embedding digital or technology-enabled solutions in therapy services.

• Ability to coach and mentor staff through change.

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