Occupational Therapy Lead Interims

Position: Occupational Therapy Lead – Interims
Job description:

A local authority located in Herefordshire is looking to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapy Lead on an interim basis to provide cover for the Independent Living Service (ILS).

This role will oversee the Community Occupational Therapy (locality) functions, including Blue Badge services, while also playing a key role in service improvement and implementing recommendations from a recent service review. The successful candidate will support the Council’s wider aims by delivering high-quality services, driving improvement projects, and working collaboratively across departments to benefit the local community.
Main Duties:

Provide interim leadership and operational oversight of the Independent Living Service (ILS)
Manage and oversee Community Occupational Therapy locality functions, including Blue Badge services
Lead on service improvement activity and implement recommendations from the recent service review
Support the delivery of high-quality, timely, and proportionate Occupational Therapy services
Work collaboratively with internal teams, partner agencies, and key stakeholders
Contribute to strategic projects that improve outcomes for residents
Ensure services are delivered in line with local authority policies, procedures, and values
Maintain high standards of performance, governance, and accountability

Requirements:

Significant post-qualified Occupational Therapy experience
Previous experience in a senior, lead, or management OT role
Strong understanding of community-based Occupational Therapy services
Experience overseeing or working within Independent Living or locality-based services
Ability to lead service improvement and change initiatives
HCPC Registration
Enhanced DBS/CRB (assistance available)
Eligibility to work in the UK
Ability to work independently and take initiative within a local authority setting

Benefits:

Interim leadership opportunity
Opportunity to influence service development and improvement
Collaborative and supportive working environment
Exposure to strategic and operational service leadership
Competitive interim rates
Why Join Our Agency?
With over 10 years of experience in social care recruitment, Ackerman Pierce offers a personalised service with ongoing consultant support. We provide a fast registration process, DBS assistance, and guaranteed weekly payments.

To discuss this Occupational Therapy Lead Interims role or similar opportunities, please get in touch with Ella Hajittofis or submit your updated CV today