Senior Occupational Therapist
Peterborough City Council
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Salary
£44,253 to £48,738
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time
Closing date
13 November 2026
24 days leftJob description
All about the Role
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our Adult Social Care service. You will manage a varied caseload, completing holistic assessments with people who have complex needs and working collaboratively with them, their families, carers and partner professionals to promote independence, safety and wellbeing.
- Assess functional needs, risk and eligibility for occupational therapy support.
- Recommend and arrange specialist equipment, moving and handling solutions, and minor or major housing adaptations.
- Develop, implement and review person-centred intervention plans.
- Provide guidance, clinical supervision and support to junior staff and students, while contributing to service improvement.
This is a part time role that will need to include working Tuesdays and ideally Fridays
Hybrid role dependent on service needs, flexibility is required to support the team.
Interviews will take place 3rd November
All about our Team
You will be part of a supportive and collaborative Therapy Service within Adult Social Care. The team works closely with colleagues across health, social care, housing, and the voluntary and independent sectors to achieve practical, timely outcomes for people living in the community. You will have access to professional guidance and opportunities to develop and share specialist knowledge.
- A welcoming team committed to person-centred and strengths-based practice.
- Regular supervision, appraisal and continuing professional development.
- Opportunities to lead on an area of professional interest, support colleagues and shape service improvements.
You will be a qualified, HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with sound professional judgement and the confidence to work independently with complex situations. You will bring a practical, compassionate approach, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, cost-effective support.
- A degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy and current HCPC registration.
- Knowledge of the Care Act 2014, housing and moving and handling legislation, and relevant professional standards.
- Experience of assessment, intervention planning, equipment provision and housing adaptations in a community setting.
- The ability to prioritise competing demands, maintain accurate records and build effective working relationships.
- A flexible and reflective approach, with a commitment to learning, teamwork and continuous improvement.
Please note this position is based in the community visiting people in their homes, therefore it is essential you have a valid full driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to fostering diversity, advancing equity, and building an inclusive workplace for everyone. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups, including disabled people, care leavers, and individuals from minority ethnic communities. Your unique perspectives and experiences are encouraged and valued and will play a vital role in our success.
We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you are a person who has or considers yourself to have a disability and you require reasonable adjustments to the application or interview process, please contact pccrecruitment@peterborough.gov.uk.
Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Documents
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First seen
14 October 2026
Last checked
19 October 2026
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