Senior Occupational Therapist - Specialist Assessment Team - 18.5 hours
| Posting date: | 14 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 26 May 2026 |
| Location: | Barry, The Vale of Glamorgan |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Vale of Glamorgan Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SS01158 |
Summary
Closing date
26-May-2026
Reference Number
SS01158
Location
Barry
Actual salary
£41,771.00 - £46,142.00 per Year
Contract Type
Permanent
Position Type
Part Time
About us
Are you an experienced, passionate Occupational Therapist ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to make a genuine difference in people’s lives while shaping innovative, strengths-based social care practice? If so, we want to hear from you!
What You’ll Be Doing
Leading on complex assessments
Providing expert advice on adaptations and equipment
Supporting and mentoring Occupational Therapists and colleagues
Championing strengths-based practice and innovative solutions
Collaborating with health professionals, housing partners, and community services
Influencing service development and continuous improvement
Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
About the role
Pay Details: Grade 9 SCP 31-35 £41,771-£46,142 pro-rata
Hours of Work – 18.5
Working Pattern: To be agreed
Main Place of Work: Civic Offices, Barry
We’re looking for a dynamic Senior Occupational Therapist to join our forward-thinking social care team. This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to lead, influence, and create lasting impact within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.
You’ll use your expertise to empower individuals to live independently, safely, and with dignity in their own homes and communities. From complex moving and handling assessments to major adaptations and specialist equipment provision, you will drive high-quality, person-centred interventions
About you
What We’re Looking For
HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist
Significant post-qualification experience within social care
Strong knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act)
Confidence managing complex cases and risk assessments
A natural leader with excellent communication and mentoring skills
Passion for enabling independence and improving outcomes
Additional information
Why Join Us?
A supportive leadership team that values your expertise
Opportunities to shape and influence service delivery
Ongoing professional development
The chance to make a meaningful difference every single day
This is your opportunity to step into a senior role where your voice matters, your skills are valued, and your impact is visible.
DBS Check Required: Enhanced
For Further Information, contact: Joanne Thomas 01446 725100
Please see attached job description / person specification for further information
26-May-2026
Reference Number
SS01158
Location
Barry
Actual salary
£41,771.00 - £46,142.00 per Year
Contract Type
Permanent
Position Type
Part Time
About us
Are you an experienced, passionate Occupational Therapist ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to make a genuine difference in people’s lives while shaping innovative, strengths-based social care practice? If so, we want to hear from you!
What You’ll Be Doing
Leading on complex assessments
Providing expert advice on adaptations and equipment
Supporting and mentoring Occupational Therapists and colleagues
Championing strengths-based practice and innovative solutions
Collaborating with health professionals, housing partners, and community services
Influencing service development and continuous improvement
Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
About the role
Pay Details: Grade 9 SCP 31-35 £41,771-£46,142 pro-rata
Hours of Work – 18.5
Working Pattern: To be agreed
Main Place of Work: Civic Offices, Barry
We’re looking for a dynamic Senior Occupational Therapist to join our forward-thinking social care team. This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to lead, influence, and create lasting impact within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.
You’ll use your expertise to empower individuals to live independently, safely, and with dignity in their own homes and communities. From complex moving and handling assessments to major adaptations and specialist equipment provision, you will drive high-quality, person-centred interventions
About you
What We’re Looking For
HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist
Significant post-qualification experience within social care
Strong knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act)
Confidence managing complex cases and risk assessments
A natural leader with excellent communication and mentoring skills
Passion for enabling independence and improving outcomes
Additional information
Why Join Us?
A supportive leadership team that values your expertise
Opportunities to shape and influence service delivery
Ongoing professional development
The chance to make a meaningful difference every single day
This is your opportunity to step into a senior role where your voice matters, your skills are valued, and your impact is visible.
DBS Check Required: Enhanced
For Further Information, contact: Joanne Thomas 01446 725100
Please see attached job description / person specification for further information
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