Job Description

At Bath & North East Somerset Council, our central aim is to improve people's lives.

Are you a passionate and experienced Occupational Therapist Manager looking to lead and inspire?

Join our Adult Social Care team as an

Occupational Therapy Team Manager

and make a real difference in people's lives.


Our staff team are skilled, committed, friendly and supportive. To support them to undertake their role we are seeking a new dynamic Team Manager to continue this development.


We are committed to personalised, strength-based approaches and to support B&NES citizens to remain active, independent and at home.


The team undertake functional assessments of varying complexity within the home environment and at our OT assessment centre.


The team is responsible for assessing individual needs and providing tailored solutions, which may include specialist equipment, minor home modifications, or complex major adaptations. We also offer recommendations on housing options to ensure, accessible and independent living.

Your role

As Team Manager, you will lead and support a dynamic team of Occupational Therapists and OT Assistants delivering person-centred, strength-based interventions. You will ensure high-quality service delivery, promote independence, and support wellbeing through innovative and responsive practice.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, and develop a team of OTs, OTAs and Apprentice OTs.


Oversee and audit assessments, OT planning, and provision of equipment and adaptations.


Ensure compliance with statutory duties and local policies.


Collaborate with Health, Housing, and community partners.


Drive service improvement and innovation.


Monitor performance and ensure value for money.

What We Offer

Supportive leadership and professional development opportunities. Flexible working arrangements. Access to training, mentoring, and career progression. Local government pension scheme and generous annual leave.

About You

You are an HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with substantial post-qualification experience in Adult Social Care and have advanced knowledge of minor and major adaptations(DFGs), specialist equipment, and Adult Social Care legislation.


You have:

Proven leadership and team management skills. In- depth knowledge of legislation including, but not exclusive to, the Care Act, Housing, Mental Capacity Act, and Moving and Handling. Excellent communication, decision-making, and partnership working abilities. Strong interpersonal skills with a coaching approach to management. An openness to new ideas and the ability to inspire others to confidently embrace change. Due to the nature of the role, being a car driver is essential.

Why B&NES Council?

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. These include:

A competitive salary package. A range of flexible working and hybrid working options, including flexi-time, four regional offices and home-working, dependent on service requirements A generous holiday allowance and special leave provisions The Local Government Pension Scheme A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme whatever life throws at you; we are committed to supporting you and your well-being at work and home Professional and personal development including in-house training and accredited qualifications including Aspiring Manager and Leadership Development

Apply now to take the next step in your career pathway!

Interested to find out more?

If you require more details after reading the role profile and role specific criteria, please contact: Alison Thomas, Service Manager, Occupational Therapy by email alison_thomas9@bathnes.gov.uk

Interview date: TBC

No Agencies, Please.

Please note, BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council's at-risk register (redeployee). This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants.

Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand. We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

About Bath and North East Somerset Council.

Working at Bath and North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

Why Bath and North East Somerset Council?

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits


At Bath and North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve peoples lives. Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at

https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity

We are a Disability Confident Employer find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW


The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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

Safeguarding Statement:

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.