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Job reference VAC009065 Date posted 10/11/2026 Application closing date 24/11/2026 Location City Hall College Green City Centre Bristol BS1 5TR Salary BG9: £33,119 - £35,570 Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Job category/type Social Care Attachments Job Description.pdf Person Specification.pdf Bristol City Council Application Guidance.pdf
Are you passionate about making a positive and lasting difference for the people of Bristol?
We are recruiting an Occupational Therapy Aides to adult social care in Bristol, to be part of the Advice, Information and Assessment Service.
The role of an Occupational Therapy Aide in social care is varied and practitioners build skills across a range of disciplines working with us.
The Advice, Information and Assessment Service is the first point of contact in adult care following new referrals from citizens or professionals. We are a multidisciplinary team who work together to support citizens city-wide; ensuring citizens have the right professional expertise for their presenting needs at the earliest opportunity.
Our team provides short-term, fast paced interventions using strengths-based approaches; promoting citizens to have choice and control and supporting them to make their own decisions to enable them to live as independently as possible.
This role provides excellent opportunity for variety, meaning no two days will be the same and there will always be an opportunity for challenge and development. You will manage a range of cases with varying complexity; undertaking support conversations and occupational therapy assessments.
You will be working within the statutory structure of the Care Act 2014 undertaking, Care Act Assessments/Carers Assessments/Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interest Assessments.
You will work closely with other agencies and departments across adult care.
You will work within a team of Team Manager, Senior Practitioners, Senior Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Social Care Practitioners, Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Aides. You will receive guidance and support from your colleagues to further develop your skills, knowledge and confidence in this fulfilling role alongside professional supervision.
Please note that although this is a linked grade role we are looking to appoint at BG9 grade.
Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
Bristol City Council are not offering sponsorship for this role.
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.
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.
Want to know more? For further information please contact: Rhian Bishop (Senior OT)Email: Rhian.bishop@bristol.go.uk /Tel: 07760 100 504 Sarah McAllister (Senior OT)Email: sarah.mcallister@bristol.gov.uk / Tel: 07824086858
Bristol City Council strives to have a workforce that reflects the communities it serves, we are therefore committed to ensuring diversity in our hiring process. We welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.
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Occupational Therapy Aide employer: Bristol City Corporation
Bristol City Council is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can truly make a difference in the community. With a strong commitment to employee development, flexible working arrangements, and a generous rewards package, you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills while contributing to meaningful home adaptations that enhance the lives of residents. Join our inclusive team and be part of a progressive organisation dedicated to creating a better Bristol for all.
