Social Services Occupational Therapists - East Midlands - ASAP - £29-£34ph

Locum Occupational Therapist (Band 6) – High Pay, Flexible Contract in East Midlands!

Are you a Band 6 Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding locum role in the East Midlands? We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!

• Job Title: Occupational Therapist (Band 6)

• Location: East Midlands

• Duration: 6 months

• Schedule: Full time, Monday to Friday

• Start Date: ASAP

• End Date: 6 months from start date (extension possible)

• Rate of Pay: Competitive, high hourly rate

• Contact: Grace Snedden – /

What You’ll Be Doing:
Join our team as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist and play a key role in supporting adults with complex needs in a community/local authority setting. In this role, you will:

• Perform comprehensive assessments of need with clients of various disabilities

• Create and implement personalised care and adaptation plans

• Deliver evidence-based interventions, including major adaptations and specialist equipment provision

• Complete DFG applications and manual handling assessments

• Collaborate effectively with multi-agency professionals to ensure holistic care

• Maintain accurate and timely records on electronic social care systems

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A current and valid HCPC registration

• Substantial local authority experience

• Proven expertise in assessing for major adaptations and DFG applications

• Strong skills in manual handling techniques and equipment assessments

• Familiarity with Integrated Community Equipment Services (ICES) systems

• Excellent communication, time management, and organisational skills

• The ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team

Working Hours & Contract Duration:
This full-time role requires availability Monday to Friday. The contract is for an initial 6 months, with strong potential for extension based on service needs and performance.

This opportunity won’t last long!
Contact Grace Snedden today at or email to apply now.

Why Choose Hunter Gatherer AHP?
Hunter Gatherer AHP is a leading UK recruitment agency for Allied Health Professionals (AHPs), specialising in locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We help Occupational Therapists and other AHPs find high-quality jobs that match their skills and career goals.

With top locum pay rates, bi-weekly payments, and a 4.8-star Google rating, we provide a trusted, hassle-free recruitment experience. We’re also ranked among the Top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For.

The benefits of working with us:
? Fast & simple AHP locum registration – get set up quickly
? A network of like-minded AHP professionals
? Reliable, high-paying locum jobs with bi-weekly payroll
? Specialist AHP recruitment consultants who understand your field
? Exclusive NHS & private sector job opportunities
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