Job Description

The successful candidate will become part of a highly motivated and successful Occupational Therapy Service within County Durham.



This post is temporary for a period of 12 months.

WHAT IS INVOLVED?

We are looking for an individual with experience of working with service users with predominantly physical health disabilities.



We encourage you to contact Zoe Birks, Principal Occupational Therapist, email: zoe.birks@durham.gov.uk or tel: 079208 22909 to arrange an informal discussion about the role.

WHAT WILL I NEED?

You should also have experience of working within a Health or Social Care setting and have knowledge of the structures within the NHS and Local Authorities. Awareness of recent or impending changes within these organisations which would impact upon this role would also be beneficial.

Required qualifications:

Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy with Health Professions Council Registration.



Please refer to the attached person specification for the full criteria.




If successful, you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure.

INTERVIEWS

Interviews will be held on 7th January 2026.



We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

OUR OFFER TO YOU

We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable. Explore the full range of rewards and benefits on our website




Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

We are a proud equal opportunities employer and believe a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and drives service improvement. We welcome applications from everyone and make employment decisions based on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled people and offer support throughout the recruitment process.

HOW TO APPLY

Please note, we do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted online via the Northeast Jobs portal. Use the Person Specification section of the form to clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential (and where possible, desirable) criteria. Applications that do not evidence the essential requirements will not be shortlisted. For guidance on completing your application, visit our website




We welcome applications from disabled people and those who are or consider themselves to be neurodivergent.



If you require assistance when applying for this role, please contact our Recruitment Helpdesk on 03000 26 27 27, or via email RecruitmentAHS@durham.gov.uk



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