Senior Occupational Therapist

Sandwell Adult Social Care is looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Occupational Therapist to join our Therapy team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of our service and make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable adults in Sandwell. As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will manage a caseload of complex cases, support junior staff, and support service users to achieve their goals of independence and well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of complex cases, providing specialized assessments and interventions
• Provide advice and support to junior Occupational Therapists and students, ensuring high standards of practice
• Contribute to the development and delivery of training programs for staff and service users
• Collaborate with other professionals to develop and implement personalized care plans
• Conduct manual handling risk assessments and provide recommendations for specialist equipment and adaptations
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best practice guidelines

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• BSc or Diploma in Occupational Therapy with current HCPC registration
• Experienced in adult social care, with a strong understanding of relevant legislation
• Demonstrable experience in managing complex cases and providing advanced clinical assessments, with the ability to drive around Sandwell to complete assessments within the community
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills
• Commitment to professional development and continuous improvement

Why Sandwell Council? At Sandwell Council, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:

• Flexible working arrangements to support your work-life balance
• Opportunities for professional growth, including funded training and development programs
• A diverse and inclusive workplace that values teamwork and innovation
• A comprehensive benefits package, including a generous pension scheme and enhanced holiday entitlement

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Sandwell Council is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We believe that our diversity makes us stronger and more innovative. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating a work environment where everyone feels respected and valued.

For more information or an informal discussion about the role, please contact Keiran Hilliard at keiran_hilliard@sandwell.gov.uk

Closing Date: 1 July 2026

To apply please send a CV and supporting document to: keiran_hilliard@sandwell.gov.uk

We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to their advertised date if we receive a large number of applications. Therefore, you are strongly advised to submit your CV as soon as possible. When submitting your CV and supporting statement, please refer to the supporting documents attached.

If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know.

If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV.

If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact keiran_hilliard@sandwell.gov.uk

For more information about working for Sandwell Council, our recruitment process and our offer to you please visit https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/counciljobs

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