Gateshead Council
Occupational Therapist Integrated Adults and Social Care Services
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Occupational Therapy – Gateshead Council
Who We Are And What We Stand For
Do you want to help make Gateshead a place where everyone thrives? If this resonates with you, this opportunity may be a perfect fit.
We’re excited about a collaboration with you. You’d be joining us at a pivotal moment in our ambitions to care for Gateshead and its people.
We take proud in our forward-thinking approach and ensure our employees embody our collective effort to empower Gateshead to thrive. At Gateshead Council, every member of the team brings valued skills while fostering creativity and upholding an exceptional work/life balance. With flexi-time, hybrid working options, and a suite of outstanding benefits, we expect staff to stay loyal—not just because of the salary, but because of the holistic support we provide.
About The Role
Your expertise. Their independence.
At Gateshead Council, Adult Social Care ensures adults with care and support needs live safe, independent, and fulfilling lives. This includes statutory assessments, safeguarding, prevention, and a variety of community-based support—aligned with the Care Act 2014. Our care model is strengths-based, focusing on wellbeing, independence, and personalised outcomes, helping individuals access the right support—whether through assessments, equipment-assisted independence, technology, or broader community resources.
Since independence takes different forms for everyone, as an Occupational Therapist, you’ll help those affected by illness or disability to recover, maintain, and optimise their independence. Collaborating with individuals, families, carers, and partner agencies, you’ll carry out holistic assessments and develop personalised action plans, enabling people of all ages to live confidently in their homes and communities. Using your expertise, you’ll recommend and deliver practical occupational therapy solutions, from specialist equipment to reablement support, in line with the Care Act 2014 and related legislation.
What You'll Get To Do
- Work in partnership with individuals and carers to design, deliver, and review care plans based on assessed risks and needs, ensuring service standards align with Council Policy.
- Prepare accurate assessments and make recommendations for minor adaptations, specialist equipment, and reablement plans.
- Provide practical guidance on using equipment and adaptations for people and carers, ensuring safety and boosting user confidence.
- Recommend and facilitate specialist equipment, reablement services, and instruct users, carers, and care providers on equipment usage.
- Maintain high standards of data quality across all case management records.
- Conduct occasional joint visits with board partners and stakeholders for feasibility surveys and advice.
- Align practice with Council priorities, ensuring procedures meet standards, expectations, and current legislation.
- Adhere to the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct of the College of Occupational Therapy.
- Ensure a skilled workforce is retained to meet quality care benchmarks through Continuous Professional Development, aligned with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Standards.
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What You'll Bring
- A qualified degree in Occupational Therapy (BSc Hons or equivalent).
- Current HCPC registration (essential).
- Full UK driving licence, with access to private transport or mobility support.
- Experience, or a clear understanding of working within health or social care environments.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, including—Care Act 2014, Children’s and Housing Act requirements, and specialist equipment and adaptations provisions.
- Strong empathy and insight into the impact of disability on adults, children, older people, and carers, including rehabilitation and reablement complexities.
- Proven ability to conduct effective person-centred assessments and set achievable, independence-focused goals.
- Exceptional communication, IT literacy, organisational skills, and problem-solving abilities, with a willingness to support colleagues and align with practice education.
At the interview stage, applicants must successfully complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check.
What’s In It For You
Key Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Fair, transparent remuneration reflecting your qualifications and experience levels.
- Exemplary Pension Scheme: Beyond a great salary, we invest in your future: Learn about Local Government pensions
- Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 28 days annually (rising to 32 days after 5 years of service, including 2 fixed Council days), with options to purchase extra leave.
- Flexible Hours: Gain access to up to 26 flexi-days per year (business-dependent) to enhance your work-life balance.
- Hybrid & Flexible Working: A supportive arrangement fostering productivity while allowing tailored working conditions.
- Career Growth: Unlimited access to training, professional development, and career progression opportunities.
- Well-Being Support: Comprehensive support from discounted gym memberships (via GLL partner) to mental health resources and tailored programs.
- Cycle to Work Scheme: Take advantage of tax-efficient savings on a bicycle, staying active while enjoying financial benefits.
- Electric & Hybrid Car Scheme: Lease a new electric/hybrid vehicle after 12 months of service through a partnership with NHS Fleet Solutions—cost-effective and environmentally sound.
- Family & Lifestyle Benefits: Access exclusive discounts on shopping, transportation, and services, plus salary sacrifice options on appliances, electronics, and home essentials through VIVUP (available after 6 months of service).
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Our Commitment To You
We are an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone thrives. We champion diverse experiences and are committed to inclusion—regardless of age, disability, gender confirmation, marriage/civil partnership, maternity status, race, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identities.
Our most enriching services are delivered by a workforce mirroring the rich diversity of society we serve. Application from all backgrounds is warmly encouraged, and we drive equity with a guaranteed interview promise for candidates meeting essential criteria under our Disability Confident Employer status.
Note: While interviews are not guaranteed, we prioritise those who meet criteria during high-volume recruitment periods. You’re also welcome to adjust how you utilise flexible working options to support yourself.
Application process: Apply online via [apply now] for detailed personal information, career history, relevant skills, and qualification evidence. Ensure to tailor your application to specifically reflect experiences tied to this role’s essential criteria.
For questions, direct inquiries to our recruitment team.
Please note: Early applications are strongly encouraged to ensure fair selection analytics and visibility in the process. Vacancy closure may occur ahead of schedule, with interim updates sharing anticipated caseload requirements.
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