Adults Occupational Therapy Assistant - LD&A Team

Job Introduction We are committed to the development of our workforce. This position is only available to applicants who already work for Surrey County Council. We thank you for your interest in our roles and would encourage you to review our vacancies which are open to all. The starting salary for this role is £30,657 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We have a permanent Occupational Therapy Assistant vacancy within our Learning Disabilities and Autism (LD&A) Occupational Therapy team in our Adults, Wellbeing and Health Partnerships Directorate. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting individuals to live more independently and meaningfully. We support hybrid working with the right balance. We come together in person for 1 day per week with an expected 40% of your working week in the office and support working from home the rest of the time. Our Offer to You 26 days’ holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years’ service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer’s leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Team We are a highly regarded, supportive and friendly Occupational Therapy team and we work closely with our LD&A social work colleagues. As an established specialist service within Adult Social Care, we are proud to offer a dynamic and supportive environment for our Occupational Therapy Assistants. Working closely with our Occupational Therapists and wider adult social care colleagues, you’ll be part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering adults to achieve their goals, enhance independence, and improve their overall quality of life. About the Role You will be responsible for organising your own diary, including booking visits, scheduling training and allocating time to complete clinical documentation. Under the supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist, you will carry out occupational therapy assessments, prescribe and assess for minor adaptations and equipment, support the delivery of skills gain interventions and contribute to support planning. You will also take part in occupational therapy duty alongside a qualified Occupational Therapist, working closely with social care colleagues to ensure collaborative and integrated practice, and actively consider and promote the use of technology and tech-enabled care to support individuals with a learning disability and/or autism. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism to develop greater independence in their daily lives. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours : The ability to empathise with, and show compassion towards, adults with learning disabilities and/ or autism Strong knowledge of the needs and challenges faced by adults with learning disabilities and / or autism who require support from social care, and a commitment to supporting their well-being Proven ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes Proficiency in basic IT skills such as Microsoft Office, email and file management alongside a demonstrated willingness to learn and adapt to new software systems Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly, concisely, and respectfully, both verbally and in writing To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: Looking at our advert, and considering the Council’s commitment to ensuring that “no one is left behind”, please tell us what it is about the role that has motivated you to apply? Please tell us about the relevant experience or transferable skills you have that you can bring to this role? What three qualities do you have that would make you a good Occupational Therapy Assistant and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council’s culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability? Can you please tell us how you would contribute to creating a good team environment? Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. An enhanced DBS ‘Disclosure and Barring Service’ check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children’s and Adults’ Barred List checks will be required for this role. Contact Us We welcome informal conversations about the role, flexible working, or any support you may need with your application. Please contact Claire Waite or Ran Rai by email or on MS Teams. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 30/04/2026 with interviews to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we’re committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.