Job Description

Full Time Permanent

Make a Real Difference - Helping People Live Independently at Home



Would you like to work in a team where your work has a positive impact on people's quality of life? Are you passionate about housing, accessibility, and helping people overcome barriers in their home environment? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.



The Accessible Homes and Technology Enabled Care (TEC) Hub at Bristol City Council is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Occupational Therapy Aide (OTA) to join our friendly, multidisciplinary service. You'll be part of the Accessible Homes OT/A team, working with people of all ages to help them remain independent, safe, and comfortable in their homes.

What We Do

Accessible Homes is a one-stop service supporting residents who need help to access and adapt their home environment. From simple equipment to complex property adaptations, we provide practical, person-centred solutions that make a real difference.



You'll visit people, listen to their stories, and identify practical solutions to make their homes accessible. From small equipment to major adaptations funded through Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG), you'll help people overcome barriers and promote their safety and independence at home. Everything we do is guided by the 5 principles of the Care Act and the legislation that relates to the DFG.

As an OTA in our team, you will:

Assess people's needs in their homes and recommend practical solutions. Understand the built environment and identify barriers that impact daily living. Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver timely, effective interventions. Including the Accessible homes team of surveyors, caseworkers, and technicians, as well as contractors, housing teams, and adult social care, to deliver timely, effective interventions. Manage your own caseload, following clear processes and maintaining accurate records.

What We're Looking For

Interest in housing, accessibility, and inclusive design. Knowledge and willingness to learn about health conditions and their impact on daily life. Experience in a caring or support role is desirable, but full training will be provided. Strong organisational skills to manage a busy caseload. Excellent communication skills. Including written and listening skills. Proficient IT skills and willingness to learn use of online note keeping systems. Robust observational skills, to aid gathering essential information during an assessment. A self-motivated, problem-solving approach and eagerness to learn.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a supportive, progressive team committed to making a difference. Receive regular supervision and ongoing training from experienced Occupational Therapists.




If you're passionate about helping people live independently and want a rewarding role where every day is different, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note that this role is also 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.

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.

Apply now and start making a difference.

For an informal chat about the role, please contact: Carrie Piper on 07585103650 or Louisa Barrow on 07920749501

Interviews will be held on the 26th November 2025

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. Appointments will be made on merit.

The personal information section (including your name) you'll complete as part of the application form will not be visible to hiring managers, but is used confidentially to make sure that everyone is treated fairly.