Senior Practitioner Occupational Therapist

Job description

Job responsibilities

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives.

Are you a passionate and experienced occupational therapist ready to take the next step in your career? Join our dynamic Adult Social Care Occupational Therapy Team as a Senior Practitioner, where your clinical expertise will make a real difference in people’s lives.

About the Team

You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, continuous learning, and professional growth. We offer opportunities to shape services, influence policy, and contribute to a culture of excellence in occupational therapy.

About the Role

As a Senior Practitioner Occupational Therapist, you will:

• Carry a complex caseload to include major adaptations under Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs), moving and handling and postural assessments.
• Advise and support OTs with complex casework, as required.
• Lead OT Peer Supervision groups.
• Work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams to promote functional independence, wellbeing, and inclusive practice for adults with diverse needs.
• Work alongside OT Team Managers to share clinical expertise.

About You

You are an HCPC-registered occupational therapist with extensive post-qualification experience in adult social care.

You have:

• Substantial experience in housing adaptations, including DFG processes and major structural changes.
• Expert knowledge of moving and handling principles, risk assessment, and advisory practice.
• Expertise in postural management and seating solutions for complex physical needs.
• In- depth knowledge of legislation including, but not exclusive to, the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Housing, and Moving and Handling.
• A strong commitment to person-centred, strengths-based approaches
• Skills in mentoring, clinical supervision, and evidence-informed practice
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and partnership working abilities.
• Due to the nature of the role, being a car driver is essential.

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.

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

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

Interview date: 17/12/2025

Please no agencies.

*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.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please refer to role profile and role specific criteria on Council's job listing for this role.

Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

• Please refer to role profile and role specific criteria on Council's job listing for this role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Bath & North East Somerset Council

Address

The Hollies

Midsomer Norton

Bath and North East Somerset

BA3 2DT

Employer's website

https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)