Occupational Therapist - Part time 30 hours per week
From 1 December 2025 the pay range for this role will be £38,220 - £46,142 Band 9 (pro rata for part time colleagues). All new starters will begin at the bottom of the pay band to promote fairness and consistency. While the starting salary is fixed, the role offers excellent scope for growth and meaningful contribution within a forward‑thinking team.
You can find details of new terms and conditions at our careers site in the ‘More than just a job’ brochure.
What You Can Expect To Be Doing
The team works in the community with people aged 18 and over who have a long‑term health condition, physical disability or mental health needs. We provide holistic assessments and interventions that can include provision of equipment, minor or major adaptations and moving and handling assessments to facilitate greater independence and well‑being for people, families and carers.
What We’re Looking For
* You will need to have a current HCPC professional registration in occupational therapy.
* We welcome applications from experienced or newly qualified OTs, or those returning to practice after a career break, or OTs with other specialist knowledge and transferable skills in relationship/strengths based practice.
* We support and encourage continuous personal development and offer excellent training and mentoring opportunities.
About The Teams
The teams have a range of experience including qualified occupational therapists, qualified social workers, newly qualified ASYE social workers, apprentice/trainee or students in occupational therapy and social work, and a vast range of experienced non‑qualified social care staff.
What’s in it for me?
At BCP Council we work hard to attract the best staff and make sure you are well supported and rewarded for the work you do.
We Can Offer
* Hybrid working options where the role allows, including an inclusive office environment and home‑based work.
* A comprehensive induction programme and regular CPD opportunities together with corporate training, support and development opportunities.
* Local government pension scheme.
* Access to the BCP benefits scheme which includes thousands of discounts online and on the high street.
* Discounted lease‑car options via salary sacrifice.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* BCP Council also invests in staff well‑being with an employee assistance programme.
Additional Information
Current vacancy – 30 hours per week based in the Bournemouth area of BCP Council.
For an informal discussion about this role please contact OT team manager Kelly James or Tom Hall‑Fox at kelly.james@bcpcouncil.gov.uk 01202 817675 or tom.hall-fox@bcpcouncil.gov.uk 01202 138311.
About BCP Council
BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of world‑renowned coastline. We offer career‑defining roles to transform and improve services, and by working with us you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, world‑class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.
DBS
BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service check.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Part‑time
Job function
* Health care provider
* Government administration
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