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Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council,
Assistant Team Manager Occupational Therapy
Community Occupational Therapy Team
37 hours per week
Lead. Influence. Innovate. Make a Difference.
Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist looking for your next leadership opportunity?
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Team Manager to join our evolving Community Occupational Therapy Team. This is your chance to play a key role in shaping and developing Occupational Therapy services, influencing practice, and making a real difference to the lives of Solihull residents.
As part of a forward-thinking service, you will have the opportunity to support innovation, drive continuous improvement, and help deliver high-quality, strengths-based Occupational Therapy interventions that promote independence and well-being.
About The Team
Based at The Bluebell Centre and located in Chelmsley Wood, our Community Occupational Therapy Team supports people of all ages to remain safe, independent, and connected within their own homes and communities.
The team works closely with individuals, families, carers and partner organisations, delivering strengths-based assessments and interventions that focus on what matters most to people. This includes:
- Moving and handling assessments
- Provision of equipment and assistive technology
- Recommendations for minor and major adaptations
- Technology Enabled Care solutions
- Promoting independence through a least restrictive and person-centred approach
Our vision is simple: to support people to live as independently as possible, for as long as possible.
About The Role
As an Assistant Team Manager, you will provide day-to-day leadership, support and supervision to a team of Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants.
Working alongside the Principal Occupational Therapist/Team Manager and fellow Assistant Team Managers, you will help ensure the delivery of a high-quality, responsive and outcome-focused service.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing professional supervision, support and performance management
- Supporting staff development, wellbeing and learning
- Overseeing case allocation and workflow management
- Monitoring and promoting high-quality, strengths-based practice
- Leading service improvements and contributing to innovation
- Supporting operational decision-making and service delivery
- Ensuring statutory responsibilities are met effectively and consistently
- Working collaboratively across health, social care and partner organisations
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This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys supporting others, driving improvement and leading practice excellence.
About You
You will be a passionate and experienced Occupational Therapist who is committed to delivering high-quality services and supporting others to thrive.
You will have:
- Diploma, BSc, or equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy.
- Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Substantial post-qualification experience within Occupational Therapy services.
- Experience of supervising, supporting or developing staff, or acting as a Practice Placement Educator.
The demands of the job mean that you need to hold a driving licence and own your own vehicle. For disabled applicants, reasonable adjustments will be made where required.
Why Join Solihull?
At Solihull, we are committed to investing in our people, developing innovative practice, and delivering the best outcomes for our residents.
You'll join a supportive leadership team that values collaboration, professional development and continuous improvement, while having the opportunity to shape the future of Occupational Therapy services across the borough.
If you are ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and help drive excellence in Occupational Therapy practice, we'd love to hear from you.
Join us and help people live independently, safely and with confidence.
Our Offer
In return for your hard work and commitment, you will be supported by colleagues and management who recognise the value of OT and the opportunity to embed this as a passionate advocate for Occupational Therapy.
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We have a range of flexible working options, an extensive wellbeing offer, as well as attractive staff benefits including staff discounts and access to the Local Government pension scheme.”
To Apply
Please click on the link below. Your application should be in your own words and reflect your own personal experiences.
If you have a specific question regarding this post, please contact Tanya Hillier Principal Occupational Therapist/ Team Manager at Tanya.Hillier@solihull.gov.uk or 07501 608790.
Closing Date: Sunday 27 September 2026
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 7 October and Friday 9 October 2026 at the Council House, Solihull. As part of the assessment process you will be required to complete a relevant work related test.
Whilst this opportunity is being advertised as full time, we would be happy to consider requests to work on a part time or job share basis.
Please note: As part of our compliance and safer recruitment requirements, references will be sought for all successful candidates following interview. A reference must be provided by the candidate’s current or most recent employer or training provider. Where this does not cover the last three years, an additional reference will be required from the candidate’s next most recent employer or training provider. Posts subject to statutory regulation may require additional scrutiny. Personal/character references will only be accepted in exceptional circumstances.
Further information
This post will require an enhanced DBS check.
This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.
Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.
Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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