Occupational Therapist (Cross Team Support)

Connected Local Government; Dalton-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Dalton-in-Furness is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide flexible support across various teams in Adult Social Care. The role involves covering for long-term absences and contributing to meaningful outcomes for individuals. Applicants should have strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with a commitment to person-centred practices. The organization offers a competitive pension scheme, enhanced leave, and various perks. This is an excellent opportunity to broaden your professional experience and skills.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Discount schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in Adult Social Care.
• Understanding of local priorities and legislation.
• Commitment to helping individuals stay independent.

Responsibilities

• Provide flexible support across teams to cover long-term absences.
• Help reduce agency usage by moving between teams as needed.
• Contribute to meaningful outcomes for individuals and communities.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of legislation

Person-centred practice

Job description

About this opportunity

We have exciting opportunities to join our dedicated and supportive Occupational Therapy Teams across Westmorland and Furness, as an Occupational Therapist (Cross Service). You will provide flexible support to cover long‑term absences and help reduce agency usage, which means you may move between teams, across all locations within the Westmorland and Furness footprint, as and when required. This will include covering the South Lakes, Furness, and Eden areas.

This cross‑service approach gives you the opportunity to broaden your experience, develop your professional skills, and make a meaningful contribution across a diverse range of needs. Join us and become part of a committed, enthusiastic team of professionals who are passionate about achieving meaningful outcomes for the individuals and communities we serve.

Who we are looking for

We’re looking for experienced, person‑centred Occupational Therapists who want to make a real difference across our Adult Social Care teams. You’ll bring a clear understanding of the legislation and local priorities that shape our work, along with the confidence to apply this in a practical, supportive way. Strong communication and problem‑solving skills are essential, as is a commitment to strength‑based, person‑centred practice that helps people live well and stay independent.

Adult Social Care vision is “People living in a place they call home with the people and things that they love, in communities where they look out for one another, doing the things that matter to them.”

We are looking for the right people with the right values and behaviours to join our teams across Adult Social Care. We’d like to hear more about you, your motivations, interests and values on your application, including what attracted you to this role and how you feel your values align to the role.

What can we offer you

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about these opportunities, please contact: Katie Grant, Occupational Therapy Service Manager (Principal OT) on 07741 765 216 or at [e-mail]

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.