Assistant Team Manager – Occupational Therapy (Housing)
Location: Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council
Salary: Band F – £45,091 – £51,356 per annum (incremental progression subject to performance)
Contract: Permanent, Full‑time
Responsibilities
* Lead and supervise Housing OT staff, supporting professional development and reflective practice;
* Manage OT Housing waiting lists, triage referrals, and allocate cases effectively;
* Keep the Principal OT up to date with Housing OT work, pressures and risks;
* Provide expert input on major adaptations, working with Technical Officers and referring OTs;
* Scrutinise adaptation referrals to ensure clinical and eligibility standards are met;
* Ensure compliance with HCPC and RCOT standards, safeguarding procedures, and relevant legislation;
* Champion diversity and inclusion as part of Solihull residents’ “Our Offer to You”.
Qualifications
* HCPC registration and a recognised OT qualification (Diploma/BSc/MSc);
* Substantial post‑qualifying experience in OT services, including social care and housing adaptations;
* Experience of providing professional supervision and performance management;
* Strong workload management skills and ability to work to deadlines in demanding environments;
* Commitment to person‑centred, strengths‑based practice and promoting independence;
* A valid driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle (essential car user post).
Benefits
* A range of flexible working options including a flex‑time scheme;
* Generous annual leave entitlements with the opportunity to purchase up to 10 days additional leave per year;
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – a 24‑hour independent, free and confidential advice and support service;
* Family and carer friendly policies;
* Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme;
* Employee benefits including staff discounts, subsidised travel passes and Cycle 2 Work Scheme.
To apply, click the link above. Your application should be in your own words and reflect your own personal experiences.
Contact Peter Budge, Head of Service, Adult Social Care – peter.budge@solihull.gov.uk for specific questions regarding this post.
Closing Date
11th January 2026
Interview Date
16th January 2026
Key information: This post will require a DBS check.
Equal Opportunities
Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees – a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.
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