Occupational Therapist - Ref: SS03026 in Walsall

Walsall Council is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join Walsall Adult Social Care as part of our evolving Occupational Therapy Service within our Prevention and Early Intervention Team.

Walsall is a great place to be an Occupational Therapist. We recognise the strengths of individuals and our communities, ensuring the person requiring support is at the centre of all decision-making. Using a strengths-based, person-centred approach, we promote individuals' aspirations, enhance independence and wellbeing, and maximise autonomy.

Our Equality Statement
We want our employees to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve in Walsall. We are committed to promoting equality and anti-discriminatory practice. We welcome applications from:

• people of all cultures, races, ethnicities and religions
• people of different genders, ages, and sexual orientation
• people with disabilities

Our Offer to You
There are many exciting opportunities to develop your occupational therapy career in Walsall. In return, we offer:

• A supportive and forward-thinking Occupational Therapy service
• Hybrid working and flexible working arrangements
• Robust supervision, Annual Performance Conversations and Personal Development Plans
• Access to continuous professional development opportunities
• Payment of Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration fees
• Opportunities to contribute to service development and innovation

The Occupational Therapy role within the Prevention & Early Intervention Team focuses on supporting adults with physical disabilities that impact their functional ability. The service is dedicated to promoting independence, reducing risk (including falls), and preventing escalation to more intensive interventions such as formal care packages, hospital admission, or further functional decline.

As an Occupational Therapist, you will manage a varied and complex caseload, working with individuals who have diverse needs and circumstances. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, strengths-based assessments and maintaining clear, timely, and accurate documentation in line with professional standards and organisational requirements.

The role includes assessing for and providing minor adaptations and equipment, as well as recommending specialist equipment and facilitating major adaptations through Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs). You will also complete manual handling assessments and provide expert advice to ensure safe and effective support arrangements.

In addition, you will contribute to housing-related assessments, including rehousing reports, and ensure individuals are appropriately signposted to relevant services and community resources. A strong understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and the Care Act is essential to ensure that all interventions are lawful, proportionate, and centred on the person’s wellbeing.

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist, with a minimum of two years’ post-qualifying experience, who is proactive, motivated, and committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred outcomes. You will be a strong team player, working collaboratively with colleagues and partners, contributing positively to the team culture, and supporting individuals to maximise their independence and achieve their personal goals.

Support for Your Career Stage
New to Social Care or Returning to Practice: We offer a structured 6-month enhanced induction programme to support your transition into Adult Social Care.

Experienced Occupational Therapists will find opportunities to:

• Contribute to service development
• Share expertise across teams

What We Are Looking For
We ask that applicants:

• Hold a degree in Occupational Therapy
• Are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Have knowledge of relevant legislation including the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005
• Are committed to strengths-based and outcome-focused practice
• Are experienced Occupational Therapists, with a minimum of two years’ post-qualifying experience

For further information regarding any of the above or for an informal chat please do not hesitate to contact Laura Cole, Team Manager on 01922 654147 or email laura.cole@walsall.gov.uk.

Closing Date: 12th August, 2026

This post is covered by the Government's Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.

Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children, young people and vulnerable adults entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment. We will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for working with children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Note: Applicants appointed to posts that require an enhanced DBS clearance must declare any periods of time that they have lived, studied or worked abroad and be prepared to provide an Overseas Criminal Records Certificate (OCRC) or a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC) relating to anytime they were overseas.

At Walsall Council, we appreciate that AI can be a useful tool for ideas or guidance. However, we encourage you to make sure your application reflects your own voice and experiences. Over-reliance on AI can make responses feel less personal, and we really want to understand what makes you unique. Your experiences, skills, and perspective are what set you apart, so please ensure your application as a whole - particularly your 'Supporting Information' - reflects your own voice.