Locum Principal Occupational Therapist About the Role Tripod are seeking an experienced and visionary Principal Occupational Therapist to provide strategic leadership and drive excellence across Occupational Therapy services spanning adults, children, and housing. This is a senior leadership role with a strong focus on quality assurance, practice improvement, workforce development, and service transformation. You will play a critical role in ensuring that Occupational Therapy practice across the city is evidence-based, outcomes-focused, and aligned with statutory duties and best practice. Working closely with the Principal Social Worker and senior leaders, you will help shape the future of Occupational Therapy in Bristol, supporting a skilled, resilient workforce and improving outcomes for people who draw on care and support, carers, and families. Key Responsibilities Provide professional leadership for Occupational Therapy across Bristol City Council Quality assure OT practice and service delivery, reporting on performance and standards to senior managers Lead the transformation and continuous improvement of Occupational Therapy practice Embed evidence-based practice and research within the OT culture Champion continuous professional development, learning, and staff wellbeing Provide professional advice and guidance to senior managers and OT staff Oversee supervision, appraisal, attendance, and performance management of senior staff Ensure services deliver value for money