Location: West
Cumbria House, Workington
Salary: ASYE
(£34,434 to £35,412) Qualified (£38,220 to £39,152)
FTE
Hours: 18.5
Hours
Contract:
Permanent
Looking for a
better work-life balance? This is your opportunity.Were currently looking for a dedicated
and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our team on a
part-time basis (18.5 hours per week) giving you the
flexibility to do the work you love while still having time for
the things that matter most outside of work.
Whether you're returning to the profession,
looking to reduce your hours, or simply want a more balanced
lifestyle, this role offers the chance to make a real difference
in peoples lives while maintaining your own wellbeing. Youll be
supported by a friendly, experienced team and benefit from
ongoing professional development, all within a role that truly
understands the value of flexibility.
Purpose of the
role:
You will be working in the long term
occupational therapy team to undertake strengths-based
assessments and deliver appropriate person-centred support and
outcomes for people in Cumbria who have care and support
needs.
To work in ways that promote independence
and enable individuals/groups to maximise their strengths. To
work with stakeholders for better outcomes for the people of
Cumbria. Including interventions such as major/minor
recommendations, manual handling, postural management and
equipment provision.
The post holder will actively promote the
work of the Cumbria County Council, internally and externally, on
the development and delivery of continuously improving modern and
competitive services for the people of Cumbria.
Who were
looking for
Were looking for individuals who embody
our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative,
compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the
power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent
public services and shape a better future for our
communities.
We welcome applications from newly
qualified OTs who would be supported throughout their first year
of employment through our occupational therapy focused
preceptorship scheme. More experienced applicants are also
welcome to apply and would receive tailored support suitable to
you.
Were also about potential over perfection
and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your
career.
Be sure to take a look at the post
specification (below) for the essential criteria for this
role.
Contact
For more information about the role or to
arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please
contact Nicole Dickie by email at
Nicole.Dickie@cumberland.gov.uk
DBS
ChecksThis role requires a DBS
check. The level of check for this role is - Enhanced DBS Check
with a Adults Barred List check.
Please note this role involves working in
regulated activity with Adults. It is an offence for people who
are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles
that require them to work unsupervised with Adults.
Guaranteed Interviews
We offer a guaranteed interview to the
following applicants as long as your
application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for
the role.
- Those who consider themselves disabled
as defined by the Equality Act 2010
- Those in care or who have left care and
are aged 24 and under
- Armed forces veterans whose last long
term substantive employer was the armed forces
If you meet one or more of the criteria
above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to
the appropriate question during your application. Find
out more.
Diversity,
Inclusion & AdjustmentsWere dedicated to enhancing the
diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from
individuals of all backgrounds. Thats why were a proud
Disability Confident Employer and also an Age Friendly Employer
to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.
If you need any
reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment
process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing
Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While
adjustments arent always guaranteed, well always listen and
well try our best to accommodate your needs.
Application and
Interview information
- Closing date:
11/08/2025
- Interview
date:22/8/2025
Please note this
role may close early subject to demand. If youre interested in
applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date.
We cannot accept applications once the role has
closed.
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supporting information:
Please also
refer to our Careers site to find out more: