# Occupational Therapist - North Devon CHSCT

> NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Devon County Council.

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## Summary

- **Status:** Live
- **Employer:** Devon County Council
- **Location:** Bideford or Tyrell Hospital, North Devon, EX39 3AG, United Kingdom
- **Workplace type:** onsite
- **Profession:** Occupational Therapist
- **Grade:** Band 6
- **Salary:** £39959.00 to £48117.00
- **Contract type:** Permanent
- **Employment type:** Full-time, Flexible working
- **Closing date:** 2026-11-08T23:59:59.999Z
- **Posted:** 2026-10-13T11:32:25.896Z
- **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/F0011-26-10746
- **Application URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/application/F0011-26-10746/pre-application-questions-pause?referrer=jobadvert&ref=F0011-26-10746
- **Employer website:** https://www.devon.gov.uk/

## Job Content

### Job summary

We are seeking two motivated and enthusiastic Occupational Therapists to join our community Health and Social Care teams based in either Ilfracombe or Bideford.

These are exciting opportunities to work within integrated multidisciplinary teams supporting adults to maximise independence, remain safe within their own homes, and achieve the outcomes that matter most to them.

As a community Occupational Therapist, you will work with a diverse caseload, undertaking functional assessments, Care Act assessments, manual handling assessments, equipment provision, housing recommendations, and adaptation assessments.

You will play a key role in supporting hospital discharge, preventing admission to long-term care, and enabling people to live independently within their communities.

### Main duties of the job

You will:

Manage a varied and rewarding adult social care caseload. Complete Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions. Undertake Care Act assessments and reviews.

Recommend equipment and adaptations to promote independence. Support complex case management, safeguarding enquiries and multi-agency working.

Contribute to Community DoLS and Court of Protection work where required.

Work closely with health colleagues, care providers, housing teams and voluntary sector partners.

Help reduce delays in care, prevent unnecessary hospital admissions and support timely discharge from hospital.

### About us

North Devon offers a unique opportunity to combine a rewarding career with an exceptional quality of life.

Whether based in the coastal town of Ilfracombe or the thriving community of Bideford, you will enjoy stunning countryside, beautiful coastline and a supportive professional network.

In return, we offer

A supportive and experienced Occupational Therapy team.

Regular professional supervision and development opportunities.

Flexible working arrangements where service needs allow. Access to training and career progression opportunities.

The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to some of Devon's most vulnerable residents.

### Details

- Date posted: 13 October 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 6
- Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year Band 6
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
- Reference number: F0011-26-10746
- Job locations: Bideford or Tyrell Hospital, North Devon, EX39 3AG, United Kingdom

### Job responsibilities

For all relevant information please refer to the job description and person specification documents attached.

### UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

## Person Specification

### Qualifications

**Essential**

- Professional knowledge acquired through degree or diploma in
- Occupational Therapy.

### Do you hold HCPC professional membership?

**Essential**

- Please confirm your HCPC registration number

### Are you in the process of gaining or do you hold a recognised Occupational Therapist qualification that is valid in the UK?

**Essential**

- Please confirm you have an OT Degree or Diploma

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