Locum Principal Occupational Therapist – Based in Bristol
Based in City Hall, Bristol
Temporary Contract
* Are you a strategic Occupational Therapy leader ready to drive real system-wide impact?
* We're partnering with Bristol City Council to recruit a Principal Occupational Therapist who will lead the strategic development and integration of Occupational Therapy across Adult Social Care and Children's Services.
* This is a high-profile leadership opportunity where you'll shape service delivery, influence transformation programmes, and embed strengths-based, person-centred practice across the organisation.
What you'll be doing
* Leading OT strategy across adults' and children's services
* Driving transformation, service redesign and pathway improvement
* Providing professional leadership, governance and quality oversight
* Influencing workforce development and practice standards
* Working alongside senior leaders and multidisciplinary partners
What we're looking for
* Qualified Occupational Therapist (DipCOT, BSc or equivalent)
* Current HCPC registration
* Significant social care OT experience including leadership responsibility
* Proven track record in service improvement and change management
* Strong strategic, analytical and stakeholder engagement skills
This role suits a confident, forward-thinking leader who can challenge, influence and inspire at every level while maintaining excellence in practice and outcomes.