Occupational Therapist

Location: South Lakeland House, Kendal

Contract Type: Permanent x2 vacancies

Social Worker - Grade 9: £34 434 - £35 417

Social Worker - Grade 11: £38 220 - £39 152

Social Worker - Grade 13: £42 839 - £44 075

Career Grade

We apply a career grade system to our Occupational Therapist roles, meaning your starting salary will depend on your competencies, experience, and qualifications. We then support staff to progress through the career grade in line with their development against the requirements at each step of the grade.

We encourage the right balance of skills and experience across our teams within Adult Social Care and welcome applications from both newly qualified and experienced candidates for these roles.

About this opportunity

We have exciting opportunities to join our dedicated and supportive Occupational Therapy Teams across Westmorland and Furness.

Join us and become part of a committed, enthusiastic team of professionals who are passionate about achieving meaningful outcomes for the individuals and communities we serve.

Who we are looking for…

We’re looking for experienced, person‑centred Occupational Therapists who want to make a real difference across our Adult Social Care teams. You’ll bring a clear understanding of the legislation and local priorities that shape our work, along with the confidence to apply this in a practical, supportive way. Strong communication and problem‑solving skills are essential, as is a commitment to strength‑based, person‑centred practice that helps people live well and stay independent.

Adult Social Care vision is “People living in a place they call home with the people and things that they love, in communities where they look out for one another, doing the things that matter to them.”

We are looking for the right people with the right values and behaviours to join our teams across Adult Social Care. We’d like to hear more about you, your motivations, interests and values on your application, including what attracted you to this role and how you feel your values align to the role.

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

Social Worker - Grade 9

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

Social Worker - Grade 11

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

Social Worker - Grade 13

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about these opportunities, please contact: Claire Jackson, Occupational Therapy Team Manager on 07833 481 405 or at claire.jackson@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 05/07/2026

Interview date: w/c 13/07/2026