Job Description

Full Time, Fixed Term until 30th September 2026

We are looking for a passionate Occupational Therapist to work for the Bristol City Council in Accessible Homes and TEC Hub.





The team is multidisciplinary with OTs, OTAs, Surveyors, OT Technicians, Caseworkers and TEC Assessor Installers all working together to keep people independent and safe. We work across the city, in all tenures.



At our organisation, we recognise the challenges that individuals with disabilities face when it comes to finding and accessing suitable housing. We are passionate about working towards making living spaces more accessible. Our primary focus is to support people to remain living autonomously in their own homes for as long as possible, as cost-effectively as possible.





This role will offer you a new challenge that will help make a difference. Working with colleagues in the team you will bring your knowledge of holistic assessment and clinical reasoning. In the role you will develop your knowledge and understanding of the built environment, to support people to achieve their goals, optimise their independence and enhance their quality of life through adapting their home environment.





We welcome applications from all grades of occupational therapists, including those awaiting registration, experience of working in the community is preferable.

You will have:

A degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration (or confirmation of a pass and awaiting registration)
+ Previous experience working in the community is preferable
+ Proven ability to work autonomously with confidence - the role allows for flexible working practice from home and office.
+ Knowledge and awareness of relevant legislation and policies relating to home adaptation and adult social care.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with customers, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals
+ A keen interest in learning about adaptations and working within a specialist area of OT and a commitment to lifelong learning and maintaining knowledge of Occupational Therapy and adaptation best practice
+ Ability to travel around Bristol.
+ In addition, you will need good IT skills, as all assessments and documentation are completed using a laptop.





We are committed to ensuring Occupational Therapists in Bristol are at the forefront of innovative and evidence-based practice as we develop our services further. We recognise the unique skill set and excellent outcomes Occupational Therapists achieve with our citizens, maximising their independence and supporting them to engage in meaningful occupation. If you are passionate about your work, want to shape our future and make a difference to people's lives, apply to join us.



Please attached document A day in the Life of an OT in Accessible Homes for information about what you will be doing.

Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

Why Bristol City Council?

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working.



Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you'll be working in a supportive environment where you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

How do I apply?

If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.



To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.



It is Bristol City Council's practice to request references for candidates that have been offered a job. However, if you are applying for a job that requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check then we will request your references once you have been invited to an interview.

For permanent Bristol City Council employees, this post will be a secondment.

For employees who are currently on a fixed term contract with Bristol City Council, the secondment must not extend beyond the end of the fixed term period to ensure there is a substantive post to return to.

If you are currently a casual worker or a member of an employment agency (currently working with Bristol City Council) this post will be a fixed term contract.

We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.

Please note if you have just completed your studies and are awaiting registration you will start as a trainee OT until your have HPC registration (Salary 33,366)

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 3rd June

If you interested please contact Louisa.barrow@bristol.gov.uk or

carrie.piper@bristol.gov.uk

At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Young people, Black and racially minoritised, Disabled, LGBTQ+ and Male candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.