At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to deliver impactful occupational therapy services in adult social care.
- Company: City of London Corporation, committed to high-quality public services and community support.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, health and wellbeing support, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Embrace innovation and collaboration in a diverse workplace with excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified Occupational Therapist with experience in assessments and rehabilitation.
The predicted salary is between 49140 - 55000 £ per year.
We are seeking to recruit an experienced, values‑driven Occupational Therapy practitioner to add to our integrated Adult Social Care service.
About the Role
You will be part of a generic Adult Social Care team, maintaining a strong focus on quality, outcomes and strengths‑based practice while working at pace. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team of Social Workers, Occupational Therapists and Strengths‑Based Practitioners, you will work closely with health colleagues, commissioned providers and internal partners to ensure coordinated, safe and effective support for residents and those supported by the City.
Delivering relationship-based core occupational therapy practice which is informed by statutory legislation and guidance, best evidence, and research. Assessing complex need, planning and working purposefully with service users, support networks and other professionals to manage risk, safeguard vulnerable people and promote positive outcomes. Working collaboratively with commissioning and health partners. Championing anti‑racist, anti‑oppressive and inclusive practice. Reporting to the Lead Occupational Therapist, you will play an active role in developing Adult Social Care across the Square Mile.
About You
You will be a qualified and registered Occupational Therapist with experience in assessments and rehabilitation working with a range of service users in the community. You will be a confident practitioner who can build effective and meaningful relationships with service users and other professionals, act as an advocate and promote positive outcomes whilst working at pace and support the review and development of practice within the Square Mile. You will demonstrate:
- Strong assessment and advocacy skills
- Sound knowledge of adult social care legislation and statutory duties
- Commitment to strengths‑based and person‑centred practice
- Confidence working across organisational boundaries
- Reflective, resilient and compassionate practice
- Openness to innovation and change
Your Application
In order to be considered for shortlisting, your cover letter should clearly demonstrate how you meet the experience and criteria set out within the job description and person specification.
What We Offer
We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment, including:
- Regular supervision, appraisal and reflective practice
- Employee Health and Wellbeing Hub
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Season ticket and bicycle loans
- Payment of professional fees
- Active staff diversity networks
- Employee volunteering scheme
- Sports & Activities Club and staff discounts
Our Commitment to Diversity
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those from Global Majority communities, LGBTQ+ applicants, disabled people and those with lived experience of using social care services.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process the successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced DBS with children’s and adult’s barred list. The City of London Corporation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation, to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do.
Closing date: 23:59pm on 11 September 2026. Interviews will be held 23, 25, 28 September 2026.
The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications.
Because our roles are so varied, we don’t have a ‘one size fits all’ policy for workplace attendance. It’s important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly and job share. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs.
Occupational Therapist - Adult Social Care employer: City of London Corporation
The City of London Corporation is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where Senior Principal Project Managers can thrive in overseeing impactful refurbishment projects. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and a hybrid working model, the Corporation fosters a collaborative culture that values communication and customer focus, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
Contact Details:
City of London Corporation Recruitment Team
