Locum Social Services OT

Band 6 Occupational Therapist

Location: Islington, London

Working Hours: Full-time | 7-day service (flexible working available)

Flexible working: Hybrid – home and office based

Rate: £27.00ph - £29.00ph (Umbrella)

Be part of a dynamic, person-centred team helping Islington residents return home from hospital with dignity, independence, and support.

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join a Integrated Discharge Service (IDS) — a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary team delivering safe and effective hospital discharges, 7 days a week. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of residents as they transition from hospital back to their homes and communities.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Support Discharge to Assess (D2A) pathways by screening referrals and planning timely, appropriate interventions for hospital discharges.

• Undertake post-discharge home assessments to deliver personalised therapy interventions that promote independence, support recovery, and reduce readmission risk.

• Design reablement plans and set client-centred goals based on strength-based approaches and meaningful outcomes.

• Assess and mitigate risks in the home environment, including the provision of equipment, minor adaptations, and safe manual handling strategies.

What We're Looking For

• HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist.
• Strong experience in hospital discharge or community-based rehabilitation.
• Confident clinical decision-maker with excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Committed to strength-based practice and empowering service users to reach their goals.

What We Offer

• A supportive and forward-thinking team culture.
• Opportunities for career development and CPD.
• Flexible working: a mix of home, office, and community-based work.
• The chance to help shape services that place residents’ independence and wellbeing at the centre.

How to Apply:

If you’re looking for a fulfilling and rewarding role as a Occupational Therapist, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today by sending your up-to-date CV – a member of our recruitment team will be in touch ASAP!