Royal College of Occupational Therapists

👋🏾 We’re signing off from X. This follows a decision, guided by our Board of Trustees, that reflects our commitment to integrity and inclusivity: loom.ly/TyIRMKQ (1/3)

@AvrilDrummond1 @BBCr4today We have spoken to Sir Charlie about and met with his team last week about how OTs can support this agenda. Please join the Work and Health Network on the RCOT Communities Platform for more on this discussion.

@BBCr4today However fit notes are not just issued by GPs. Other professions have certification powers. This point is being missed totally. @theRCOT -you should get into this conversation ASAP.

"What we want to try and figure out is how do we fix a problem that is currently at the heart of the way we handle health?" Sir Charlie Mayfield, who is leading an independent Keep Britain Working review, discusses GP fit notes and how other countries tackle the issue. #R4Today

RCOT members can continue to connect with us through: 💚 RCOT Communities 📩 Highlight 🔊 OTnews 💻 our website ✉️ regular member emails 🗓️ events. (3/3)

You’ll still find us sharing, supporting and celebrating occupational therapy on: Facebook facebook.com/theRCOT Instagram instagram.com/the.rcot Bluesky bsky.app/profile/therco… Threads @the.rcot" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">threads.com/@the.rcot LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/thercot (2/3)

👋🏾 We’re signing off from X. This follows a decision, guided by our Board of Trustees, that reflects our commitment to integrity and inclusivity: loom.ly/TyIRMKQ (1/3)

@Mary_Tom11 Hi Mary, please see our post here 👇x.com/theRCOT/status….

@theRCOT Why are you moving away?

👋🏾 We’re moving away from X in two weeks – but we’re not going far. Stay connected with us on: Facebook facebook.com/theRCOT Instagram instagram.com/the.rcot/ Bluesky bsky.app/profile/therco… Threads @the.rcot" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">threads.com/@the.rcot LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/therco…

@OTalk_ This event counts as valuable CPD activity to support your professional development. Can’t make it live? No worries – the chat will stay open so you can catch up and contribute in your own time. 👉 Not yet on RCOT Communities? Find out more loom.ly/bspZppw (2/2)

🚨 Save the date. ⏰ We'll be hosting a special @OTalk_ conversation on the communities platform on Tuesday 30 September at 8pm. The discussion topic is still to be revealed! It will be a great opportunity to reflect, learn and share with peers. (1/2)

Artwork made at our Stroke and Neurosciences Art Group has gone on display in our hospital. The group is held on our Stroke and Neurosciences wards every Wednesday and is led by an Occupational Therapist (OT), an OT assistant and a regular hospital volunteer.

@emmaidowu_OT @GcuOcc @GCUSHLS Congratulations 💚

🎓 MSc Occupational Therapy with Distinction!✨✨
Grateful for the journey, the growth, and the incredible people who supported me.
Here’s to purpose, impact, and meaningful change! 💛🙌🏽
#OT #Graduation #Distinction #Gratitude #OccupationalTherapy #ProudMoment #RCOT

@DaveDaoggio @UKFCOT We ran a competitive and inclusive recruitment process with clear criteria for the role and encouraged applications from anyone who met those criteria, including occupational therapists.

@UKFCOT I hate to ask but were there no Occupational Therapists who could give ‘visionary leadership in professional health organisations, deep commitment to our vision and strong alignment with our values, making then exceptionally placed to lead RCOT into the future’

Welcome Gary: bodes well for safe, ethical, evidence informed future. Three asks: 1) counter fallacies in 2025 NHS Plan re taskification of healthcare and workforce innovations: doctor substitution & equivalence; 2) change deficit culture 3) reinstate member leadership

🎉 Happy 77th birthday to the NHS! We’re proud to celebrate the occupational therapists and support workers who are part of what makes it so special – helping people stay healthy and live fulfilled lives. 💚

We’re delighted to announce Gary Waltham as our new Chief Executive, joining us in the new year. With over 20 years of experience in health leadership, we're confident Gary will help us continue to deliver for our members and champion our profession: loom.ly/Xs7RaSg

Liminal spaces represent transitions, but how can they have therapeutic value? 🌊 Listen to students, Lizzie and Caoimhe, and OT, Sue, explore the therapeutic value of liminal spaces, like the Wave project at North Devon. 💚 Full episode here. 👇🏼 loom.ly/3wQClIk

Hear from occupational therapists on the South West Allied Health Professional podcast series discussing leadership at different career stages and exploring the value of clinical leadership split placement models. 💚 Listen to the full episode here. 👇🏾 loom.ly/aSLQvII

#DisabilityPrideMonth is a time to recognise, honour and celebrate the achievements and identities of disabled people. It’s also a moment to deepen understanding, amplify voices and champion inclusion. 👉🏿 Here are our plans: loom.ly/SlZ2EYc

Great to see occupational therapy and other AHPs in the spotlight in the @SeneddWales last week, when they debated a motion calling on the government to provide greater support to Allied Health Professionals (AHPs). Watch the debate 👇 loom.ly/nm0BWYE

Congratulations to our Scottish colleagues on the launch of this ambitious and forward looking action plan 💚👏

The Scotland Workforce Strategy Action Plan is here. 💚 It sets out how we’ll grow, support and strengthen the occupational therapy workforce across Scotland – now and into the future. 📘 Find out what’s next: loom.ly/SWaoG4M

Want to feel more confident working with the media? Join us this Thursday to hear from @BBCMarkEaston and Professional Advisor Lauren Walker on sharing your story and raising the profession's profile. 📅 1–2pm, Thursday 26 June 🎟️ Book now: loom.ly/J3E_R20