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Are you a qualified Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC who thrives on supporting adults to live independently and/or to regain strength after illness or injury?Do you enjoy working in the community, building meaningful relationships, and making a real difference? If so, we’d love to hear from you. We are looking for a passionate, person-centred Occupational Therapist to join our Erewash Short Term Assessment and Reablement Team (START). This is a permanent, full-time opportunity based in Erewash, offering a varied and rewarding caseload.About the TeamErewash START provides a multi-disciplinary approach to assess, support, and enable adults to maximise their independence and identify any potential long-term care needs. We are committed to working in a person-centred and strengths-based way, recognising people’s assets and enabling them to reach their goals. While community-based, the team also supports individuals transitioning from residential and nursing establishments and facilitates safe and timely hospital discharges. We offer a hybrid working model, with staff working from home and the office depending on service needs.About the RoleWe want to hear from someone who can:<ul><li>Deliver strengths-based, holistic assessments to support adults, carers, and families.</li><li>Support the review of goals and progress against these using feedback from the MDT</li><li>Promote independence, choice, and wellbeing through creative problem-solving and personalised interventions.</li><li>Work across a variety of areas including safeguarding, complex health and social care needs, moving and handling, learning disabilities, assistive technology, hospital liaison, and adaptations.</li><li>Assess for and provide equipment and minor adaptations as part of a full assessment</li><li>Complete risk assessments and risk enablement plans to support people to remain as independent as they can safely be.</li><li>Assess and determine suitability for single-handed care approaches</li><li>Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and contribute to inter-agency working across health and social care.</li><li>Assess and make recommendations for the provision of major adaptations which will be referred to the OT co-coordinator.</li><li>Offer expert advice and support to the multidisciplinary team</li><li>Refer and signpost to other services as appropriate.</li><li>Be part of a forward-thinking team that’s shaping the future of reablement in Derbyshire</li></ul>Who We are Looking ForThe ideal person will be:<ul><li>HCPC registered (or have applied for registration).</li><li>Flexible, approachable, and an excellent communicator.</li><li>Experienced or have excellent knowledge of:<ul><li>Person-centred, strengths-based practice</li><li>Assessing daily living activities and occupational performance</li><li>Working with physical, learning disabilities and/or mental health conditions</li><li>Equipment and adaptation solutions.</li><li>Reablement approaches</li><li>Safeguarding principles and statutory legislation in adult social care.</li></ul></li><li>Confident managing and prioritising your caseload. A reflective practitioner committed to supervision and professional development. Passionate about sharing knowledge and supporting others to learn and grow.</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>A supportive and welcoming team with a nurturing ethos.</li><li>Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.</li><li>Regular supervision, peer support, and communities of practice.</li><li>Opportunities for career progression to senior and management roles.</li><li>Ongoing training and development.</li><li>Strong working relationships with health-based OTs.</li><li>Generous annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.</li><li>Excellent occupational pension scheme.</li><li>Employee wellbeing strategy, benefits, and discounts.</li><li>HCPC registration fees reimbursed.</li><li>Mileage allowance.</li></ul>If you’re ready to make a difference and grow your career in a supportive, values-driven team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for an informal chatProvisional Interview Date: 23 January 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made.Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at plain time where it is part of your normal working pattern unless it is between 7pm and 7am, where enhanced rates of pay apply. Enhanced pay rates are paid for Bank Holiday working.Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>ASCH1Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Derbyshire County Council

Occupational Therapist

Childrens Occupational Therapy Services – Derbyshire County CouncilAre you interested in making a difference in the lives of disabled children?Are you soon to be/newly qualified in Occupational Therapy or a qualified Occupational Therapist seeking a new challenge? Are you looking to work in a supportive, friendly, and enthusiastic team delivering OT services to disabled children across Derbyshire?Our Childrens Occupational Therapy (OT) team sits within the Children with Disabilities Service and comprises of OT Team Manager, OT practice supervisor, OTs, OT community care workers and a dedicated OT team coordinator (administrative support). We are a passionate and forward-thinking team, continually striving to improve outcomes for the children and young people we work with.Our team provides assessment of disabled children’s needs in the community (home environment) in relation to potential need for major and minor adaptations, as well as specialist equipment provision and moving and handling advice. We refer to district and borough councils for Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) funding and work closely with housing providers, architects and specialist equipment providers. We also provide support to the disability fostering service.We have an experienced management team who are committed to good support, advice, supervision, and a nurturing team ethos. We are committed to capturing the child’s voice and journey through our work with a ‘children first’ approach which incorporates social inclusion principles and person-centred ways.We are seeking a person-centred Occupational Therapist to join us in our county wide team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing service, helping to develop a preventative and pro-active approach to equipment and adaptations provision.You will be supported to gain extra skills through opportunities to work in a wide variety of client groups and specialisms such as:Client Groups:<ul><li>Children and young people (aged 0-18)</li><li>Foster carers</li><li>Physical Disabilities</li><li>Learning Disabilities</li><li>Children with behaviours that challenge</li></ul>Specialisms:<ul><li>Major adaptations and Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG)</li><li>Housing</li><li>Assistive technology</li><li>Specialist equipment</li><li>Moving and handling</li></ul>We would especially like to hear from you if you already have clinical experience in any of these areas but experience in childrens services is not essential. Applications are welcomed from candidates with transferable core skills.We would encourage all interested candidates to contact the team to informally discuss the role and/or visit the team prior to application.If you would like to talk to someone informally about this post, please ring and ask for Claire Cresswell on 01629 535416.The grade of the post (NQOT/Grade 9 or Grade 11) will depend on previous experience.We believe that hard work and commitment to your role should be rewarded, so we offer a package to our occupational therapists that will ensure you always feel supported and valued:We offer:<ul><li>A genuinely supportive and welcoming team who are committed to providing an excellent service</li><li>Excellent supervision and a supportive peer network</li><li>A diverse range of cases providing an exciting, challenging and rewarding career</li><li>Flexible and mobile working, including home working</li><li>generous annual leave and flexi-time scheme</li><li>Manageable caseloads</li><li>Travel expenses</li><li>Free car parking at most sites</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Support with your professional development</li><li>Ongoing training and CPD</li><li>Developed and positive working relationships with OTs in Health Services</li><li>Local government pension scheme</li><li>Employee wellbeing strategy and benefits including an in-house counselling service, occupational health service and access to sessions with a trained physiotherapist</li><li>Employee offers and discounts including discount on leisure centre memberships</li><li>Free eye tests for employees who regularly use a computer</li><li>HCPC registration fees reimbursement</li><li>DBS check undertaken and paid for by us</li></ul>You will:<ul><li>Be registered with the HCPC or have applied for registration</li><li>Have knowledge and/or experience of working with people and be person centred in your assessments</li><li>Have knowledge and/or experience in assessing a person’s daily living activities and function, holistically</li><li>Have knowledge and/or experience of physical and/or learning disabilities and the impact on occupational performance (this may be from university clinical placement)</li><li>Have awareness of equipment and adaptation solutions</li><li>Have the ability to manage and prioritise your casework</li><li>Have good communication skills and the ability to form positive relationships with a wide range of internal and external professionals and agencies</li><li>Have good time management skills and be highly motivated</li><li>Have an awareness of statutory legislation that underpins Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention in children's social care</li><li>Be a reflective practitioner with a commitment to supervision and continued professional development (CPD)</li><li>Have awareness of safeguarding principles and how these are embedded in everyday practice</li></ul>Great place to live and workDerbyshire is also a great place to live and work. It's only a short drive to Derby, Nottingham, Sheffield, and Manchester but is also home to miles of beautiful countryside and has the Peak District National Park on its doorstep.The county enjoys house prices below the UK average and has great road and rail links.Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Health Improvement Worker – The National Child Measurement Programme An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Derbyshire County Council’s Public Health Department, within Live Life Better Derbyshire. We are looking to recruit a highly motivated Health Improvement Worker to focus primarily on the National Child Measurement Programme.Every year in England, school children in reception and year 6 have their height and weight checked at school, the successful candidate will carry out these checks in Derbyshire. Children’s height and weight measurements are collected to build an understanding of how children are growing. The information from the NCMP is used by local councils and the NHS to plan the provision of health and leisure services for families to promote healthier growth in children. You may also support the work of the Healthier Futures family service, the community Health Improvement Worker team, and other Live Life Better Derbyshire services.We have one part-time post (23 hours) which will focus on supporting the delivery of the National Child Measurement Programme predominantly within the Erewash locality, however, travel across the county will be a requirement. An excellent level of IT literacy including proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and 365, along with the ability to adapt to bespoke databases is a key requirement of this role to maintain accurate records. It is also essential that the successful candidates have excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate with a wide range of people. This post is a hybrid role and will require office working, home working and working in the community, the role will involve regular travel across Derbyshire with essential equipment, access to a car is a requirement.For further information about the role and responsibilities, please see the job and personal profile.When applying for the post please ensure you evidence how you meet the essential criteria within the suitability for job section of the application form. Please use the job and personal profile requirements as headings in the section ‘suitability for the job.’Employees have access to a range of benefits and discounts including: <ul><li>Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.</li><li>25 days annual leave per year (rising to 30 days after 5 years continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata). Grade dependant.</li><li>Training and development opportunities.</li><li>Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites.</li><li>Smarter travel scheme including access to the cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Supportive management and team.</li><li>Access to our in-house occupational services which also includes free eye tests, physiotherapy, and counselling.</li><li>Derbyshire rewards – offering hundreds of discounts and cashback.</li><li>More details on the benefits of working for the council can be found on our reward and recognition page<a href="https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/working-for-us/reward-and-recognition/reward-and-recognition.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>.</li></ul>If you require further information about the role, please contact Carli Colley 01629 539069 or Trudie Wilkinson 01629 535580 for a confidential and informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: Week commencing 26th January 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made.Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at plain time where it is part of your normal working pattern unless it is between 7pm and 7am, where enhanced rates of pay apply. Enhanced pay rates are paid for Bank Holiday working.Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>ASCH1Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.<ul></ul>

Health Improvement Worker - The National Child Measurement Programme

Post: Healthy Lifestyles Instructor Salary/Grade: £28,598 to £31,022 per annum / Grade 7Contract Type: PermanentHours: 29 hours per weekPrimary Location: Dronfield Active, Civic Centre, Dronfield S18 1PDClosing Date: 11 January 2026Interview Date: TBCJob Details and RequirementsNorth East Derbyshire District Council is a dynamic and ambitious organisation that takes pride in delivering excellent services to our community whilst driving economic growth and environmental sustainability for the district.A vacancy for a Healthy Lifestyles Instructors has arisen to join us at Dronfield Active. Dronfield Sports Centre is sited in the town centre and comprises of sports halls, swimming pools, health and fitness suites, squash courts, meeting room and café.Candidates must be exercise orientated, have a good understanding of a wide range of exercise activities and must hold a Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualification. Exercise Referral Instructor and Cardiac Rehabilitation Instructor qualifications if not held are required to be undertaken and passed within 12 months. Group exercise teaching or instructing experience would be an advantage.A flexible approach is required as the successful candidate may be required to work at Clay Cross Active, Killamarsh Active and Eckington Active as service needs dictate.The successful candidates will be subject to a Disclosure carried out by the DBS at the Enhanced Level. To be successful you will need:<ul><li>NVQ level 2 Gym Instructor (or equivalent</li><li>Exercise Referral Instructor qualification, e.g. Wright Foundation within 12 months</li><li>BACR Cardiac Rehab Phase 4 qualification/ or gain qualification within 12 months of starting post.</li><li>Good knowledge and understanding of a wide range of health and wellbeing activities</li><li>Flexible approach to working patterns and hours to meet service needs and customer expectations</li></ul>Experience working in Exercise by Referral Schemes &amp; delivering fitness classes are also important.For a full list of job details and requirements please view the Job Description and Person Specification.Why work for us?North East Derbyshire District Council is a great place to work and if you join our team, you will become part of a talented and dedicated workforce. If you are keen to make a difference to people’s lives and develop your skills and experience, we would like to hear from you.We offer the following benefits: <ul><li>Competitive salary </li><li>30 days annual leave (rising to 35 after 5 years service), plus bank holidays and a Christmas close down</li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Generous local government pension scheme </li><li>Free parking</li><li>Discounted leisure services</li></ul>Learn more about the benefits of working for us at <a href="https://www.ne-derbyshire.gov.uk/about-the-council/jobs/working-for-us/why-work-for-the-council#benefits" target="_blank">ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a>Contact and Additional InformationFor an informal discussion about the post, please contact Adam Swift, Healthy Lifestyle Manager on (01246) 217208 <a href="mailto:adam.swift@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">adam.swift@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a> Mark Rocca, Centre Manager on (01246) 217284 <a href="mailto:mark.rocca@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">mark.rocca@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a>Apply today!If you are interested in this post, please apply using the online application on our dedicated webpage on Derbyshire Jobs at: <a href="https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/northeastderbyshire/Index.aspx" target="_blank">North East Derbyshire District Council Vacancies</a> or via <a href="https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Derbyshire - Jobs and Careers</a> by clicking ‘Apply for this job’ and creating an account. You can save your progress and exit the application at any time, coming back to it at a later stage to complete and submit your application. Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application and please note that CV’s will not be accepted. Applications close midnight on 11 January 2026. If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting North East Derbyshire District Council on 01246 231111 or emailing: <a href="mailto:HumanResources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">HumanResources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a>Please note the Council only consider applications from candidates eligible to work in the UK and who possess a current work permit appropriate to the job role advertised.We welcome applications from all sections of the community.If you have not received any communication within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion and we thank you for your interest in the job role.<ul></ul>

Healthy Lifestyle Instructor

The Public Health Commissioning team, provide specialist advice and support to a range of initiatives across the public health department, that deliver against strategic objectives and improve population health outcomes for the residents of Derbyshire. We want to make sure that everyone in Derbyshire lives well and thrives and you will play a key role in meeting this aim.Are you a positive, enthusiastic, and highly motivated professional with experience in commissioning? Do you want to work in a team that prides itself on professionalism and a ‘can-do’ attitude? If so, we are looking for you! This is an opportunity to make a very valued and important contribution to Derbyshire County Council’s public health department.We are looking for someone who has excellent knowledge and demonstrable experience of undertaking work as part of a commissioning cycle. You will have a role in ensuring that all procurement and contract activities are carried out in accordance with legislation, council policies and procedures including financial regulations. You will provide professional advice and support to colleagues on contractual matters including commissioning and decommissioning of services. You will have a role in market management and market shaping of commissioned public health services. You will play a key role in monitoring the effectiveness of contracts, ensuring that safe and quality services are provided and that they deliver against outcomes.Public Health works collaboratively and in partnership with a range of statutory, voluntary and independent sector organisations. Therefore, you will need to be a good communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and be able to demonstrate that you have successfully worked in partnership with others to impact outcomes.You will be confident to undertake an evidence-based approach to commissioning, building on the JSNA, specific health needs assessment and working towards strategic priorities outlined in the Public Health Strategy, Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Integrated Care Strategy or Council Plan. You will also be able to demonstrate how your work can be informed by engagement, consultation and co-production with key stakeholders and local residents.You will be confident in developing reports and other written material including analysis of performance, activity and budgetary data and recommend future actions, where appropriate for a range of purposes, including Cabinet, Senior Management Teams, and Improvement and Scrutiny committees.You will work as part of our commissioning team on a range of public health commissioned services and transformational projects as well as with Public Health Leads across the department. The Service Managers line manage Commissioning Officers who work across the team to provide additional project management and coordination support to key areas of work.The post is full-time and is permanent.This role requires working across a number of different Public Health functions and high-profile pieces of work and teams and therefore applicants should have a passion for public health and wish to support our vision and ambition in Derbyshire.You will be expected to travel to County Hall, Matlock and other areas of the County when required as part of a hybrid working approach. Please read through the full Job and Person Profile to help you complete your application. You will need to detail in the ‘Suitability for Job’ section on your application form how you meet the essential criteria. Employees have access to a range of support, benefits and discounts including:<ul><li>Generous Annual Leave Scheme 27 days annual leave per year (rising to 32 days after 5 years continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata). Grade dependant.</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security</li><li>Supportive management and team</li><li>Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.</li><li>Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling.</li><li>Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app.</li><li>Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites (Terms and conditions apply)</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle.</li><li>Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encouraging environmentally friendly commuting options. (Terms and conditions apply)</li><li>Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits, cashback and discounts.</li></ul>More details on the benefits of working for the council can be found on our reward and recognition page <a href="https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/working-for-us/reward-and-recognition/reward-and-recognition.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact <a href="mailto:ellen.langton@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">jamie.dix@derbyshire.gov.uk</a>Provisional Interview Date: TBCDue to this post having administrative privileges within the Council’s IT systems, and in order to comply with the Public Services Network requirements, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic criminal record check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank"> Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>ASCH1Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Service Manager - Commissioning

Occupational Therapist South (Erewash based) 30 hours permanent.Are you an Occupational Therapist who enjoys working in the community, building relationships to support adults to maximise their independence?Are you a creative problem solver who can work well on their own initiative and within a team?If so, Derbyshire County Council Adult Social Care and Health wants to hear from you. We are seeking to recruit a person centred, professionally qualified and HCPC registered Occupational Therapist for a permanent part time contract based in Erewash covering the South of the County. We have an experienced management team who are committed to good support, advice, supervision, and a nurturing team ethos. You will be supported in your role by a wider network of Occupational Therapists including a dedicated Occupational Therapy service manager and dedicated Occupational Therapy senior practitioners.You will have opportunities to work across a variety of areas including safeguarding, complex health and social care needs, moving and handling, learning disabilities and behaviours that challenge, duty team responses, assistive technology, hospital liaison, housing and major adaptations among others.As part of our Adult Care Team, you will be required to take a strength-based approach to deliver a proportionate, personalised, safe and sustainable response for local adults, their carers, and families.A positive approach to risk taking, personal resilience and the ability to contribute to inter agency and multi-disciplinary approaches both across the council and in other statutory bodies are key to this role.Occupational Therapists will be recruited at Grade 9 or 11 depending on knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in the recruitment process.You will:<ul><li>Be registered with the HCPC or have applied for registration.</li><li>Have knowledge and/or experience of working within a person centred, holistic and strengths-based way.</li><li>Have knowledge and/or experience in assessing a person’s activities of daily living.</li><li>Have knowledge and/or experience of physical, learning disabilities and/or mental health conditions and the impact on occupational performance.</li><li>Have knowledge and/or experience of equipment and adaptation solutions.</li><li>Have the ability to manage and prioritise your casework.</li><li>Have good communication skills and the ability to form positive relationships with a wide range of partner professionals and agencies.</li><li>Have good time management skills and be highly motivated.</li><li>Have an understanding of statutory legislation that underpins Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention in adult social care and health.</li><li>Be a reflective practitioner with a commitment to supervision and professional development working within relevant codes of conduct.</li><li>Have knowledge and/or experience of safeguarding principles and how these are embedded in everyday practice.</li></ul>We offer:<ul><li>A supportive and welcoming team who are committed to providing an excellent service.</li><li>Flexible and hybrid working.</li><li>Caseload management and regular supervision from experienced OT managers and Senior Practitioners.</li><li>Regular peer support and communities of practice.</li><li>Support with your professional development with opportunities to progress to senior and management roles.</li><li>Ongoing training and development</li><li>Developed and positive working relationships with OTs in Health Services.</li><li>Generous annual leave in addition to 8 days statutory bank holidays</li><li>Excellent occupational pension scheme</li><li>Employee wellbeing strategy and benefits </li><li>Employee offers and discounts.</li><li>HCPC registration fees reimbursed.</li><li>Mileage allowance.</li></ul>Please see the attached testimonials to see what other employees think about working for us.For an informal discussion about these posts please contact <a href="mailto:Claire.Munson@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Claire.Munson@derbyshire.gov.uk</a>Provisional Interview Date: 20 January 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made.Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at plain time where it is part of your normal working pattern unless it is between 7pm and 7am, where enhanced rates of pay apply. Enhanced pay rates are paid for Bank Holiday working.Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>ASCH1Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

The Executive Headteacher and Governors of Brackenfield School are seeking to appoint multiple Personal Health Care Assistants to support the personal, intimate, and health care needs of pupils across the school. This person will be part of the Children’s Services team and will work under the Health and Personal Care Manager. There are 2 x 30 hour positions available.Our pupils are aged between 3 to 16 and all have communication or cognition needs. Many pupils require support with independent life skills and have complex medical needs. The successful candidate will be someone who can follow systems and procedures to ensure the health, first aid and intimate care needs of pupils are met across the school. The successful candidate may have experience in medical or health care environments and working with vulnerable adults or young people. The successful applicant will also promote the school ethos through high levels of expectation, being an adaptable team player and able to work with little direction. Visits to the school are welcomed. Please call the school on 0115 9733710 to arrange a visit. Please see job specification and job description for full responsibilities. We would like to encourage applicants to come to look round the school and meet the staff and students. Brackenfield School is committed to the safeguarding of all children. Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Brackenfield SEND School is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, preventing unlawful discrimination in all of its activities and to valuing diversity. If you would like more information please contact<a href="mailto:HR@brackenfield.derbyshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">HR@brackenfield.derbyshire.sch.uk</a>Pre interviews – 9th January 2026 Face to face interviews – 14th January 2026 Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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