Occupational Therapist

Job type: Full-time 35 hours, Closing date: Thursday 26th November 2026, 23:59, Contract Type: Permanent, Salary: £47,367 to £49,509 per annum (OT) DBS check required: Yes (Enhanced) Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities! We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants. Introduction Join our supportive team as an Occupational Therapist, where you will be able to make a difference and enhance people's independence and wellbeing using your Occupational Therapy skills. If you have experience and knowledge working in occupational therapy in adult social care, of moving and handling assessment/intervention, minor/major adaptations, are a skilled communicator and confident in your decision making, then we want to hear from you. What’s the role? Step into a role where you can truly transform lives! As an Occupational Therapist, you’ll carry out meaningful telephone and home-based assessments with adults experiencing a wide range of physical and cognitive challenges. You’ll use your clinical expertise to recommend tailored equipment and home adaptations that enhance independence, boost confidence, and empower residents to live life to the fullest—while also supporting both formal and informal carers. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, and you’ll be an essential part of a vibrant multi‑disciplinary team working together to deliver outstanding, person‑centred care. What’s in it for you? Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including: Generous holiday allowance Local Government Pension scheme Flexible working and family friendly policies Season ticket and bicycle loans A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships Supportive staff networks What we’re looking for We’re seeking a strengths‑based Occupational Therapist who is passionate about promoting independence and wellbeing. You’ll bring experience in adult social care, equipment provision, and both minor and major adaptations. You’ll confidently signpost to other services and provide clear, OT‑focused information and advice to support residents to live independently. If you’re driven, dynamic, and ready to help people thrive, we want to hear from you! Location The job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU (Catford Complex) and within residents homes in the Lewisham Borough , but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis. Special conditions Relevant Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy is needed Weekend working is not required for this job The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s. Applicant handbook - please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed. For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Sarah Isherwood Sarah.Isherwood@lewisham.gov.uk Please click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification Salary £47,367 to £49,509 per annum (OT) N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof. Diversity Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are support