Bracknell Forest Council • Berkshire, South East England
About this role
Join a supportive team where your development really matters.
We are pleased to be recruiting an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) team on a part‑time basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a small, collaborative service where teamwork, learning and professional development are genuinely valued.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
This post offers a specialist career pathway in housing adaptations and DFG work, supported by
Clear professional development routes through our Occupational Therapy Academy
Regular supervision, reflective practice and peer support
Opportunities to build specialist expertise in major adaptations, housing solutions and legislation
A team culture that encourages learning, shared problem‑solving and innovation
You will work closely with colleagues across Adult Social Care, housing partners, contractors and Housing Associations, contributing to creative, person‑centred solutions that make a real and lasting difference to residents’ independence and wellbeing.
About you...
You will be
A HCPC‑registered Occupational Therapist with a recognised qualification
Experienced in major housing adaptations and Disabled Facilities Grant work
Confident working collaboratively with colleagues, service users and partner organisations
Able to assess complex housing needs and identify practical, proportionate solutions
Interested in developing your specialist knowledge and contributing to service improvement.
Experienced in assessing and matching individuals to alternative or void properties when adaptations are not suitable.
About the team...
The Disabled Facilities Grant team is a small, busy and supportive service that works closely with Adult Social Care, housing partners, contractors, and Housing Associations.
We deliver person-centred adaptations that meet long-term needs and ensure the best outcomes for our clients.
As a team, we support each other by working collaboratively to provide a holistic, timely, and cost-effective service that makes a real difference in people’s lives.
You will be joining a team that values professional trust, reflective practice and mutual support.
Key responsibilities...
Undertake person‑centred assessments to identify housing adaptations that promote safety, independence and long‑term wellbeing
Work collaboratively with service users, colleagues and partners to develop and progress DFG solutions
Contribute specialist OT knowledge to multidisciplinary meetings, case discussions and service development
Produce clear, evidence‑based reports and recommendations to support DFG applications and adaptation specifications
Maintain accurate electronic records in line with professional and organisational standards
Engage fully in supervision, appraisal and ongoing professional development
Practice in accordance with council policies and the HCPC Code of Conduct and Standards of Proficiency
Interview date
Shortlisting will be done on a weekly basis, and interviews will be arranged a minimum of 7 days after this for suitable applicants
We reserve the right to close the advert once a suitable candidate has been found. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
Want to ask us a question?
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact
Tammy Grey - Disabled Facilities Grant Team Manager
tammy.grey@bracknell-forest.gov.uk
Tel
07877548772
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Please note that this particular role is part-time and therefore does not meet the minimum requirements for sponsorship under current UK Visas and Immigration regulations. As such, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.
No agencies please.
To see a list of our staff benefits, please visit the vacancy's page on our website via the apply link.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.