Please note: Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.

 An Exciting Opportunity to Grow Your Career and Change Lives
Are you ready for a role where no two days are the same and where the work you do genuinely transforms lives?
Join Calderdale as an Occupational Therapist and be part of a service that’s innovative, supportive, and focused on helping people live healthier, more independent lives 
Whether you’re newly qualified or experienced, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills, broaden your experience, and make a real difference from day one.

Start your journey with us
You’ll begin in our Equipment & Adaptations Team, with the chance to build experience across a wide range of specialist areas, including:
•    Front Door Triage
•    Assistive Technology 
•    Community-led support
•    Discharge to Assess pathways 
•    Proportionate care package reviews

 A role you’ll love coming to
This is a role where you can truly see the impact of your work. You’ll support adults with physical and learning disabilities to:
•    Live safely and independently at home 
•    Transition smoothly from hospital back into the community
•    Access the right equipment, adaptations, and support
All while working as part of a friendly, collaborative multi-disciplinary team that values your ideas and supports your development 

 Why Calderdale?
•    A varied and rewarding caseload
•    Genuine opportunities to learn, grow, and specialise 
•    A supportive team culture where you’re valued
•    The chance to be part of shaping innovative services
•    A flexible working scheme Monday to Friday with work from home opportunities
•    Dedicated training and development time
•    Regular supervision.
•    A supportive management team
•    A diverse workforce who are committed to being inclusive of all people.
•    A generous annual leave entitlement with an additional 5 days after 5 years' service.
•    Enrolment into the local government pension scheme.

If you’re looking for a role that’s inspiring, rewarding, and full of opportunity this could be exactly what you’ve been waiting for. Apply now.
 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.

If you would like any further information on this job vacancy please contact Paula Metcalfe, Principal Occupational Therapist on 07540699541 or email Paula.Metcalfe@calderdale.gov.uk

Closing Date: Sunday, 3rd May 2026

Interview Date: Tuesday 19th and Wednesday 20th May 2026

We may utilise digital interview methods.

As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.

On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.

Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.

As part of our fair recruitment process, we ask that all applications are written by the candidate and that Artificial Intelligence (AI) use is limited, unless assistance is required as a reasonable adjustment for a disability. Content should be truthful, accurate, evidence based and not embellished – see guidance.