We have a fantastic opportunity available for an Occupational Therapy Team Manager to join our award-winning Adult Social Care team at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.
As our Occupational Therapy Team Manager, you'll lead a skilled and supportive team that helps people live as independently, safely and confidently as possible.
You'll provide day-to-day leadership, creating a positive and collaborative team culture where people feel valued, supported and empowered to do their best work. Working closely with colleagues across Adult Social Care, health services and community organisations, you'll build strong partnerships that put residents at the heart of everything we do.
We're looking for an inspiring and motivated leader who is passionate about high-quality occupational therapy and making a real difference in the lives of local people. This is an exciting opportunity to shape services, support your team to thrive, and help deliver the best possible outcomes for our community.
We’re a small, supportive council with big ambitions. Our adult social care services were rated among the highest in the country by the CQC in 2025, with two “Outstanding” areas and a strong national score of 81%. We were also ranked the 2nd most productive council in England by the Impower Productivity Index, recognising our strong performance and efficient use of public money.
Wokingham Borough Council is proud to be part of the Social Care Future movement, supporting a vision where everyone can live in a place they call home, connected to the people and activities that matter most.
Benefits:
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
- A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service, plus Bank Holidays
- An excellent local government pension scheme
- An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
- A range of local & lifestyle discounts
- Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
- Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes
Key responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a dedicated Occupational Therapy team, creating a positive culture where people feel supported, valued and able to do their best work.
- Oversee the day-to-day delivery of the service, ensuring high-quality support, effective workload management and strong performance.
- Provide supervision, coaching and development opportunities to help your team grow their skills, knowledge and confidence.
- Build strong partnerships with health colleagues, community organisations and other stakeholders to deliver joined-up support for residents.
- Promote strengths-based practice that helps people remain independent, safe and connected to their communities.
- Ensure services are delivered in line with legislation, safeguarding responsibilities, professional standards and Council policies.
- Support service improvement and innovation, identifying opportunities to enhance outcomes, quality and efficiency.
- Work closely with senior leaders to help shape and develop Occupational Therapy services across Adult Social Care.
Candidate requirements:
- Must have Occupational Therapy Qualification and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Minimum of three years post qualification experience
- Knowledge of legislation, regulation, rules and guidance relating to the health and social care of adults, including, but not limited to in Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, NHS Continuing Healthcare, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
- Strong assessment and analytical skills
- Demonstrable ability to lead, motivate, supervise and performance manage staff
Our Area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
Wokingham Borough Council has committed to becoming a Marmot borough to embed prevention, early intervention and address inequalities in all aspects of our work. This is especially important given the significant and continued growth of our Borough and the diversity of its residents.
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Alternatively, to arrange an informal discussion about the role, contact Anita Balmer, Head of Prevention and Support Service - [email protected]
Closing date: Sunday 13th September 2026, 11pm
Interview date: W/C 21st September 2026
