Job summary Wiltshire Reablement - Empowering Independence Become a pivotal member of our Reablement Team and have a positive impact on individuals' lives following illness, injury, loss of confidence or hospital admission. Reablement offers Occupational Therapists the unique opportunity to work proactively with customers in their own homes to achieve greater independence, promote their well-being and minimise long-term care needs. As an Occupational Therapist, you will conduct strengths-based assessments, work with customers and their families to design and implement creative reablement plans to enable them to achieve their goals. Main duties of the job The Reablement Service is led by occupational therapists alongside occupational therapy assistants and support workers, and benefits from support from our Principal Occupational Therapist. The occupational therapy role is highly valued within Wiltshire Council, and we provide a unique opportunity to work in a team managed by an occupational therapist in a service that offers a range of opportunities for career progression including regular training, coaching and leadership programmes. Were looking for applicants who hold a qualification in Occupational Therapy, along with a minimum of two years post-qualification experience. Holding a valid full UK driver's license is essential, as you'll be conducting visits to clients in their own homes or other settings, such as hospitals. About us The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework. Date posted 07 March 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £43,454 to £45,536 a year (Inclusive of 12.5% market supplement) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number F0041-4102 Job locations County Hall Bythesea Rd Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 8JN Job description Job responsibilities Reablement is a short term, therapist led service aiming to prevent, reduce and delay the need for ongoing services. Reablement supports people to be as independent as possible and includes the provision of information and advice, analysis of needs, provision of equipment and adaptations and targeted assistance from a team of support workers. The reablement team seek to support people to make use of community and personal assets to achieve their goals Job description Job responsibilities Reablement is a short term, therapist led service aiming to prevent, reduce and delay the need for ongoing services. Reablement supports people to be as independent as possible and includes the provision of information and advice, analysis of needs, provision of equipment and adaptations and targeted assistance from a team of support workers. The reablement team seek to support people to make use of community and personal assets to achieve their goals Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional Qualification in Occupational Therapy (Diploma or degree) Registered with HCPC as an Occupational Therapist Please see the role description for all the details. Desirable Experience of working in a social care setting Please see the role description for all the details. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional Qualification in Occupational Therapy (Diploma or degree) Registered with HCPC as an Occupational Therapist Please see the role description for all the details. Desirable Experience of working in a social care setting Please see the role description for all the details. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Wiltshire Council Address County Hall Bythesea Rd Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 8JN Employer's website http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)