Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Occupational Therapists
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Verified Public Sector Requisition
Role Overview & Description
Summary:
Be part of a team that cares about patients and cares about you
In Kensington and Chelsea, we support people’s independence and wellbeing and work hard to enable them to live in the community with dignity, choice and control. You’ll be a part of a long-term complex occupational therapy team, providing a professional Occupational Therapy Service to physically disabled residents within the borough, to enhance independence, reduce dependency on care and manage risks associated with daily life acti
Be part of a team that cares about patients and cares about you
In Kensington and Chelsea, we support people’s independence and wellbeing and work hard to enable them to live in the community with dignity, choice and control. You’ll be a part of a long-term complex occupational therapy team, providing a professional Occupational Therapy Service to physically disabled residents within the borough, to enhance independence, reduce dependency on care and manage risks associated with daily life activities.
Be part of a long-term complex occupational team that cares about patients and cares about you
In Kensington and Chelsea, we support people’s independence and wellbeing and work hard to enable them to live in the community with dignity, choice and control. You’ll be a part of a long-term complex occupational therapy team, providing a professional Occupational Therapy Service to physically disabled residents within the borough, to enhance independence, reduce dependency on care and manage risks associated with daily life activities.
What you’ll be doing
At Kensington & Chelsea, we don’t just talk about person-centred care, we deliver it. Our OTs help to provide a service they can be proud of. We’ll look to you to assess people’s capabilities, using a variety of approaches, and to help them find the motivation and support to progress. You’ll also guide and mentor colleagues, potentially including OT students, and promote a culture of learning. At every step you’ll have the full support of our close-knit community team.
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What you’ll bring
A qualified and registered Occupational Therapist, ideally with a community-based background, you’ll have significant experience of carrying out OT assessments for disabled people and their carers. As you’ll be dealing with people who have complex health conditions, you’ll need to be sensitive and empathic. At the same, you’ll need well-developed powers of persuasion, as success in this role depends on finding out what motivates each patient and then making sure progress is achieved. You’ll also need to be comfortable working with electronic case management systems.
Why join us
At RBKC, we’re all in – investing in our people, our communities and our future.
You will join a respected, supportive, and well-integrated team where your expertise is valued and your professional growth is a priority.
We provide significant opportunities for career development. You will work in an environment that prioritises your wellbeing and offers the chance to lead meaningful change within a developing and evolving service.
About us
Kensington and Chelsea is home to diverse communities, thriving businesses and unique local places. Everything we do is focused on supporting our residents, strengthening our approach and creating a fairer borough.
As a competent and caring Council, we take pride in our work every day, ensuring our services are delivered with care and competence. We listen to our residents, act with integrity and work together to build a borough that is greener, safer and fairer for all.
At RBKC, we’re all in — and your role will be too. Whether providing expert guidance in the community or mentoring colleagues, you’ll play a vital role in helping residents achieve greater independence through high-quality, person-centred care.
Position and Interview Details
The role will require an Enhanced DBS with Adult Barred List.
Working Style:
You'll be based in the Borough for two days a week, playing a key role in serving the local community. The other three days a week we offer hybrid working from home. Whether you're working on the frontline or behind the scenes, you'll be part of a dedicated team making a real difference to residents' lives.
Ready to join us?
We’re all in – are you? If you share our values and have the skills to contribute, we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply online explaining how you meet the requirements set
Requisition Details
- Job ID: #7258
- Employer: Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
- Location: London, United Kingdom
- Closing Date:
- Contract: Full time
- Last Verified: 2026-10-30
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