Working for us at Cornwall County Council is all about making a positive difference to the people of Cornwall.
We are embracing a strength-based approach and working within a community‑led support model that builds on the assets and strengths of both people, families and their local communities. Together, we will focus on prevention, enablement and safety to promote independence and wellbeing. We will ensure that residents, families and communities have the right support in place and at the right time.
The Role:
We provide a working environment that values professional supervision and offers the right balance between challenge and support. This provides our workforce with what they need to deliver the best possible outcomes for our residents. We work to ensure that innovation and evidence‑based practice underpins what we do.
* As part of the supportive Occupational Therapy Team, you’ll focus on preventing, reducing and delaying the need for care and support; providing advice, information, moving and handling assessments, equipment and adaptations to promote independence and wellbeing.
This is a public/customer‑facing role, where the statutory English language requirement for public sector workers applies.
This position will be subject to an enhanced criminal record disclosure check.
We would want to utilise your skills flexibly in a locality community space.
You will need to be innovative with strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to work well under pressure.
Cornwall Council Independence and Wellbeing Service is committed to assisting the Council in meeting the requirements of health and safety legislation and the fulfilment of the Council’s legal responsibilities for the health, safety and welfare of its employees and others affected by the Authority’s activities.
Agenda for Change terms and conditions apply. Working Pattern:
Fixed term and permanent positions are available.
Relocation costs may be applicable.
Return to Work Occupational Therapists will be considered.
We presently have one Band 6 Occupational Therapy vacancy in North Cornwall with flexibility to travel as required.
What you’ll need to succeed:
You will have a degree in Occupational Therapy and experience of working in Adult Social Care. You will need to be innovative with strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to work well under pressure.
We would want to utilise your skills flexibly within either the front door of our service or in our community space.
What you’ll get in return:
Cornwall Council’s ambition is to be an employer of choice, a high performing Council and a learning organisation. We commit to providing a reward and benefits package to attract, motivate and reward our employees. We offer a range of flexible working options to our staff, ensuring a better work/life balance while still meeting service needs.
* A competitive salary.
* A defined benefit pension scheme, based on your career average earnings, including the option for extra voluntary contributions.
* A generous annual leave entitlement with the potential to purchase additional leave.
* A national award‑winning employee health and wellbeing programme.
* Employee benefits scheme giving access to a wide range of discounts to local and national goods and services.
Additional Information:
Cornwall Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship or transfer existing sponsorship for this role.
Equal Opportunities
Fairness and inclusion are at the heart of our vision for Cornwall. In order to best serve our communities, we are striving to achieve a diverse workforce that is inclusive of all backgrounds, cultures and identities; e.g., race, disability, sex, gender reassignment status, age, religion and sexual orientation. We are an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer, and we will assess applicants on their merits.
Cornwall Council is committed to safeguarding and following safer recruitment principles to help make sure our staff and volunteers are suitable to work with children, young people and adults at risk. It’s a vital part of creating a safe and positive environment and making a commitment to keeping all service users safe from harm.
Job Info
* Job Identification 700004193
* Job Category Social Care & Support
* Posting Date 06/01/2026, 08:26 AM
* Apply Before 06/21/2026, 10:55 PM
* Location: Other, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 3AY, GB
* Job Type/Contract Type Permanent
* Available Hours 22.5
* Interview Dates 01-Jul-2026
* Advertised Salary Range £38,682 – £46,580 – Band 6 Agenda for Change
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