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Cornwall Council

Occupational Therapist (Adults)

The closing date is 13 July 2025

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has opened up for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 OT to join our team and become part of Adult Social Care.

We currently have a team of empathetic and passionate workers who strive to work to enable people with disabilities to lead full, satisfying and independent lives in Cornwall. If you feel that this could be the team for you and you fit this role then please apply.

Main duties of the job

The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for a delegated caseload of adult service users in the community. They will undertake assessments, follow-up visits and reviews within a person's home environment. Working within a legal framework, team members follow a 'ladder approach' to the prescription of equipment and minor and major adaptations, and provide education and advice on techniques.

About us

Cornwall Councils ambition is to be an employer of choice, a high performing Council and a learning organisation. We commit to providing a reward and benefits package to attract, motivate and reward our employees. We offer a range of flexible working options to our staff. This helps provide our employees with a greater work/life balance. Whilst still ensuring that service needs are met.

Details

Date posted

27 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

F0021-700003074

Job locations

New County Hall

Treyew Road

Truro

Cornwall

TR1 3AY


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for a delegated caseload of adult service users in the community. They will undertake assessments, follow-up visits and reviews within a person's home environment. Working within a legal framework, team members follow a 'ladder approach' to the prescription of equipment and minor and major adaptations, and provide education and advice on techniques.

People you work with may have a learning disability, and physical or mental health constraints, sensory loss, or a combination of these presentations.

The successful postholder will be based in Truro.

The team comprises of the Team Manager, Practice OT, Band 5 and 6 OT's, OTA's, Technical Officers and Sensory Loss workers.

Working Pattern:

Discussion at interview is welcomed. Pay based on 32 hours (pro rata), Monday-Friday.

There may also be some opportunities to work in our front door service, this is a short term 6 week service provided to maximise independence to prevent, reduce and delay.

If you are inspired to make a vital contribution to adults services in one of the most beautiful parts of the country, we would love to hear from you.

Please read the role profile and ensure that you evidence how you meet the criteria specified as 'application stage' within your application form.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for a delegated caseload of adult service users in the community. They will undertake assessments, follow-up visits and reviews within a person's home environment. Working within a legal framework, team members follow a 'ladder approach' to the prescription of equipment and minor and major adaptations, and provide education and advice on techniques.

People you work with may have a learning disability, and physical or mental health constraints, sensory loss, or a combination of these presentations.

The successful postholder will be based in Truro.

The team comprises of the Team Manager, Practice OT, Band 5 and 6 OT's, OTA's, Technical Officers and Sensory Loss workers.

Working Pattern:

Discussion at interview is welcomed. Pay based on 32 hours (pro rata), Monday-Friday.

There may also be some opportunities to work in our front door service, this is a short term 6 week service provided to maximise independence to prevent, reduce and delay.

If you are inspired to make a vital contribution to adults services in one of the most beautiful parts of the country, we would love to hear from you.

Please read the role profile and ensure that you evidence how you meet the criteria specified as 'application stage' within your application form.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Please refer to the attached role profile
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Please refer to the attached role profile

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Cornwall Council

Address

New County Hall

Treyew Road

Truro

Cornwall

TR1 3AY


Employer's website

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cornwall Council

Address

New County Hall

Treyew Road

Truro

Cornwall

TR1 3AY


Employer's website

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

OT Lead

Bonnie Old

bonnie.old@cornwall.gov.uk

Details

Date posted

27 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

F0021-700003074

Job locations

New County Hall

Treyew Road

Truro

Cornwall

TR1 3AY


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