Job Introduction
From 1 December 2025, our refreshed Pay and Reward package comes into effect, bringing a new approach to how we recognise and reward roles across the Council. This means the salary for this role will be changing. The pay range for this role will be £47,181 - £53,460 p.a. effective from 1 December 2025.
You can also find out more about the new terms and conditions that we are introducing on our careers site on, 'More than just a job' brochure
Consultant Occupational Therapist
Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist ready to take the next step in your career? BCP Council is seeking a dedicated Consultant Occupational Therapist to serve as a Senior Officer, driving forward professional development and supporting the Occupational Therapy agenda across our services.
As a Consultant Occupational Therapist within our ASC Workforce Development Team, you’ll play a vital role in advancing professional practice and development across the council and wider area. This is a permanent position, advertised at 30 hours —though we warmly welcome applications from those seeking different hours. You’ll contribute to strategic initiatives, support the Occupational Therapy agenda, and collaborate with colleagues to deliver high-quality, evidence-based learning and development.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a progressive team committed to improving lives through high-quality Occupational Therapy. Your work will help shape the future of the profession and ensure our services remain responsive, inclusive, and effective.
At BCP Council, we are committed to supporting our workforce with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Flexible working arrangements to support your work-life balance
- Access to health and wellbeing services, including mental health support and employee assistance programmes
- Ongoing professional development, with regular supervision, coaching, and opportunities to grow
- A collaborative and inclusive environment, where your voice and expertise are valued
In this role, you will work closely with the Principal Occupational Therapist, who will provide strategic guidance and oversight to ensure alignment with professional standards and service priorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and develop professional practice for OTs and OT Assistants
- Design and deliver bespoke training, workshops, and CPD programmes
- Coordinate and quality assure the OT Apprenticeship Programme
- Contribute to strategic workforce initiatives including competency frameworks and preceptorships
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to foster a culture of continuous learning
- Represent BCP Council at relevant meetings and forums
About the Role
In this senior officer capacity, you’ll play a key role in enhancing the quality and consistency of Occupational Therapy practice. You’ll support practitioners at all levels, ensuring training and development are aligned with current legislation, policy, and best practice.
What You’ll Bring
- A recognised professional qualification (e.g. Occupational Therapist, Nurse, Physiotherapist)
- Registration with a relevant regulatory body (e.g. HCPC)
- Experience in adult social care and OT professional agendas
- Strong facilitation and communication skills
- Ability to manage priorities and work independently
- A creative, solution-focused approach
Additional Requirements
- Enhanced DBS check
- Willingness to undertake relevant training
- Ability to travel across BCP Council and the wider area (valid UK driving licence and access to a car preferred)
The closing date for applications is: 30 September 2025
Interviews will take place on: week beginning 13 October 2025
For an informal discussion please contact: melissa.tettenborn@bcpcouncil.gov.uk
About BCP Council
BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.
Our Benefits
A Place to Thrive – Join BCP Council
At BCP Council, we’re not just building a workforce— we’re transforming how we recognise and reward our people.
From 1 December 2025, we’re proud to introduce a new Pay and Reward package, shaped through close collaboration with our trade union partners. This marks a significant step forward in how we recognise and reward our colleagues, reflecting our commitment to creating a modern, inclusive, and supportive workplace.
Our enhanced offer includes fair and transparent pay, modernised terms and conditions, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to attract and retain talented individuals. Whether it’s flexible working, wellbeing support, or opportunities for career progression, our new approach puts people first- we’re excited to welcome new colleagues into a Council that’s evolving to meet the needs of both our workforce and our communities.
Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at (Employee benefits | Working for BCP link to careers page)
Be the difference - Join an organisation that values you
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DBS
BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Job Description or Role Profile for more details.
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