Occupational Therapist

Hampshire County Council; Fareham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Fareham is looking for an Occupational Therapist to join their Contact, Assessment and Resolution Team. The successful candidate will provide assessments and support to individuals, maximizing their independence and wellbeing. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and a commitment to professional development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous annual leave

Occupational sick pay

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Understanding of statutory duties of local government in social care.
• Experience in negotiating with individuals and families in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Triaging referrals and completing OT assessments.
• Providing training and supervision to the wider team.
• Collaborating in a multi-disciplinary manner.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to assess risks

Creative problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

Qualified Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration

Job description

Occupational Therapist

Job Reference: HCC621932

Salary Range: £40,643 - £45,077 per annum

Work Location: The Parkway, Fareham

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 23 November 2025

Interview Date: 3 and 4 December 2025

The Role:

Joining our Contact, Assessment and Resolution Team (CART) as an Occupational Therapist, you’ll be an integral part of our contact centre team. You’ll use a person-centred approach and your knowledge of strengths-based practice to complete telephone OT assessments, finding innovative ways to meet people’s needs and maximise their independence and wellbeing.

What you’ll do:

• Triaging incoming referrals and completing OT assessments, including Housing Needs Reports, referrals and risk assessments for telecare, Initial Needs Assessments, and ordering equipment and minor adaptations.
• Acting as the go-to person for any OT related queries and providing training, supervision and advice to the wider team.
• Collaborating in a multi-disciplinary manner, effectively negotiating with individuals, their families, carers and other professionals to achieve positive outcomes.
• Undertaking the assessment, planning and review for safeguarding cases.

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Occupational Therapist with current HCPC registration.
• Understanding of the statutory duties of local government in social care.
• Effective communication skills, especially in challenging situations.
• Ability to assess risks, identify problems, and find creative solutions.
• Adaptability to respond positively to the changing needs of the service and its users.
• Commitment to demonstrating our values and behaviours, showing compassion, empathy and respect.

Take a look at our Candidate Pack for more information about the Occupational Therapist role, the team and our values. The section ‘About you’ explains what specific knowledge, skills and experience we want you to tell us about. Make sure you explain how you meet these requirements and demonstrate our values, in your application.

• Make a difference: Watch this short video to find out more about the important work we do in CART.
• Professional development: Comprehensive initial office-based induction for up to 6 weeks, followed by continuous learning, mentoring and supportive supervision.
• Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life.
• Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more information here.

We’re currently based out of The Parkway in Fareham, but our offices will be moving to Havant Public Service Plaza towards the end of the year. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Other job titles you may be searching for: Rehabilitation Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Values Based Recruitment:

We recruit for attitudes and values in Adults’ Health and Care. We invite you to evidence how you demonstrate our 5 core values in your application. For more information on our values, please refer to the candidate pack.

Additional Information:

Occupational Therapist (Contact, Assessment and Resolution Team) Candidate Pack

Vetting Requirements:

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.