Adults Senior Occupational Therapist - Woking

Job responsibilities

This role has a starting salary of £47,884 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week (pro-rata for part-time staff). The position is also open to internal candidates who would be interested in applying as a 12-month Secondment opportunity. This would require approval from your Line Manager before submitting your application. Are you passionate about supporting people to live their best lives? Join our caring and committed team, where every day brings the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Our Woking Locality Team are looking for a Senior Occupational Therapist to join their friendly team, based in our brand new office at Victoria Gate in Woking. The team work in a hybrid manner, with a mixture of working in the office and from home, aiming for full time staff to be in the office 2-3 days per week. Our Offer to You

26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service

Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave

A generous local government salary related pension

Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year

Paternity, adoption and dependents leave

An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing

Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources

Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping

A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents.

About the Team We work with residents aged 65 and over who require care and support, as well as younger individuals living with physical disabilities, long-term illness, or sensory impairments. Our approach is person-centred and inclusive-we work closely with carers, families, and partner organisations to ensure no one is left behind. We deeply value the vital role that carers and family members play, and we're dedicated to making sure they feel supported and empowered throughout their journey. Our professional team includes Social Care and Occupational Therapy Assistants, Social Workers, and Occupational Therapists. We foster a culture of continuous learning and development, both individually and as a team, so you'll be supported to grow your skills and thrive in your role. If you're looking for a role where compassion meets professionalism-and where your work truly matters-this is the place for you. About the Role No two days are the same and this diverse role requires professional experience of assessing for major adaptations, specialised equipment and completing moving and handling risk assessments. Our aim is to support our residents to live meaningful lives within the community, the very essence of occupational therapy. As a Senior Occupational Therapist you will conduct holistic assessments of social care needs and planning support across a dedicated caseload. Working closely with families, carers and care workers, you'll play a vital role in supporting people from diverse backgrounds, with a wide range of needs. We offer regular supervision to all our staff every month, plus we provide informal support from the wider team. The value of occupational therapists is well recognised within our team which enables us to fully utilise our skills and strengths to achieve positive outcomes, focusing on what is important to the individuals we work with. We're thrilled to announce that the Reigate & Banstead Locality Team has won a prestigious LGC Workforce Award for 'Smart Working' in Occupational Therapy (SWOT)! This achievement highlights the dedication of our Team for the impactful 'Five Steps' programme and our SWOT approach impressed attendees from councils across the UK, sparking requests to learn more about its effective methods. We're excited to see SWOT rolled out more widely across Surrey to support our residents. Now is the time to join Surrey County Council as you will become part of the the most innovative Occupational Therapy service in the country. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours:

Professional qualification in Occupational Therapy and current registration with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Experience of working within a social care, health or community focused multi-disciplinary setting

Ability to complete person centred and proportionate OT assessments

Familiarity with moving and handling equipment such as hoists and stand aids

Knowledge of medical conditions and the likely impact on the individual, carer and family

Knowledge of current legislation, including the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act and its application to practice in a social care setting.

Substantial post-qualification professional experience, experience of complex cases and experience of providing professional supervision.

Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. To apply, you will be asked to complete a short application form and to upload your CV. Contact details Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact Samantha Spanswick by telephone on 01483 519817. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. This job advert will close at 23:59 on 12th October 2025 although applications will be reviewed, and appointments made, on an on-going basis. Local Government Reorganisation Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to new unitary councils in April 2027. Your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of these new councils, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Qualifications

Essential

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy and registration with HCPC

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-qualification experience working as an Occupational Therapist or Senior Occupational Therapist.

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).