Our Values

In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

• Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.
• Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.
• Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.
• Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.
• Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.
• Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.

About the team we are recruiting to

We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.

We have a simple vision and strategy that defines what we are trying to achieve, our purpose and our approach which underpin the principles of Adult Social Care, and we continue to work in support of this.

In a simple sense all our work, at whatever level should continue to support the strategy of: ‘Providing support, in the least intrusive manner possible, based on the assets, resources and abilities that are available to people’.

What is the job role?

We are looking for an autonomous and motivated Occupational Therapist to join the Learning Disability Promoting Independance team who deliver assessments as part of a promoting independence pathway and for adults who live with a learning disability and / or autism spectrum disorder 

You would work alongside  a team of social care staff and travel trainers who assess individuals as part of a short-term up to 12 weeks intervention. 

This post involves coordinating a Multidisciplinary process consisting of representatives of Outreach services, Occupational Therapy, access to employment coaches, and travel training.  

The LD Promoting Independence service coordinates short-term assessment and promoting independence intervention, tailored to the diverse needs of people who live with a learning disability  Autism 

This is a fabulous time to join us as we continue leading the way in providing opportunities and increasing independence for people with a learning disability/ autism 

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). 

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a culturally competent Occupational Therapist who can understand the lived experience of people with a learning disability or learning disability and Autism. You will be compassionate but confident, able to work under pressure and be a motivated member of the team. 

You will be committed and passionate about practice and promoting independence , sharing learning and knowledge and developing your skills and the teams. You will have a solid understanding of,  and be an advocate for the principles of diversity and inclusion in relation to workplace culture and service delivery. 

• A qualified Occupational Therapist with experience in health and/or social care setting with extensive experience of working in a similar role 

• Have experience of working with people with physical and Learning disabilities/ Autism, major and minor  adaptations,  moving and handling and promoting independence. In addition insight into  various sensory and communication needs  would be desirable 

• Excellent interpersonal skills working with a range of people, formal/informal carers and health and social care professionals  

• Broad experience of working with people with complex physical and cognitive conditions, neurodiversity and behavioural support needs 

• Complete comprehensive therapy strength- bases assessments and client-centred support plans to promote independence 

• Self- motivated with a flexible approach  

In return we can offer you a varied and fulfilling role where you can influence and evolve, to meet the needs of people with a learning disability.  You will be supported and work collaboratively with key stakeholders.  

If you would like to find out more about this role and our journey so far, please contact  Rupa Davidson Team Leader at Rupa.davidson@ coventry.gov.uk 

If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page to see how we can assist you.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.

Interview date(s): week commencing 24th February 

About Coventry

Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse.

At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies

Coventry City Council