Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the right candidate to join Locala's Solutions Division as a Specialist Occupational Therapist as part of the Health and Growth Accelerator Programme - wellness to work.
The role would suit an experienced occupational therapist who has experience of vocational rehabilitation, supporting individuals manage long term and multiple conditions to move back into employment well.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Occupational Therapist with a passion for supporting individuals to overcome barriers to health, wellbeing, and employment. This exciting role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering pilot project in Kirklees, supporting residents aged 18-64 to improve their functional independence, manage health-related challenges, and progress towards sustainable employment outcomes. Working collaboratively with health, employment, and community partners, the successful candidate will play a key role in demonstrating the positive impact of integrated health and employment support, helping participants achieve their personal, vocational, and wellbeing goals.
The post holder will be expected to be able to travel independently across Kirklees. When considering applying for this post, it is crucial that you read the person specification in order to ensure that you fulfil the essential criteria which will be required for short listing.
About us
Welcome to Locala Health and Wellbeing - proud to provide NHS community healthcare services across Kirklees, Calderdale and Bradford. We help people have better lives - and you can too. Join us and you will get:
Flexible working - We are committed to supporting our colleagues to have a good work-life balance and welcome conversations about flexible working wherever possible.
Generous pension - We offer a generous, defined contribution, pension scheme with matched contribution + 2% up to a maximum of 8%.
Agenda for Change pay scales and holiday allowances - We are committed to the AfC scales for all colleagues and acknowledge all existing NHS length of service.
Development opportunities - We have a nursing framework and offer a range of development opportunities in all roles.
A say in how things are done - We are a membership-based, colleague-owned organisation. Join us and you immediately become a member with opportunities to be involved and have your say.
Details
- Date posted: 14 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 6
- Salary: Depending on experience
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 2026-2014
- Job locations: Eddercliffe Health Centre, Bradford Road, Liversedge, WF15 6LP, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
For full details of the role, responsibilities and qualifications required please view the Job Description and Person Specification.
Person specification
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This advert is for Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist with Locala Health and Wellbeing in Eddercliffe Health Centre, Bradford Road, Liversedge, WF15 6LP, United Kingdom, United Kingdom. It is listed as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist role. The advertised salary is Negotiable. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 02 Sep 2026.
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