Occupational Therapist (Adults) – Contract Position

Important

• HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist
  
  


• At least 2 Years Post-Qualified Experience (PQE) – DFE form required
  
  


• Experience in Reablement
  
  


• Proficiency in reducing care packages through Single-Handed Care Practices
  
  


• Skilled in conducting Moving & Handling Assessments and Risk Assessments
  
  


• Enhanced DBS Check
  
  


• DVLA Licence Check Required
  
  


• Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle
  
  

Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct strengths-based Occupational Therapy assessments.
  
  


• Perform functional, cognitive, environmental, and moving & handling assessments.
  
  


• Implement reablement-focused interventions to enhance independence.
  
  


• Evaluate existing care packages and explore single-handed care solutions.
  
  


• Carry out specialized moving and handling risk assessments and develop care plans.
  
  


• Assess and recommend equipment, assistive technology, and adaptations.
  
  


• Support carers through assessments and intervention planning.
  
  


• Conduct Mental Capacity Assessments and participate in Best Interest decisions when necessary.
  
  


• Collaborate with health, social care, housing, and community partners.
  
  


• Offer professional advice to colleagues, carers, and partner agencies.
  
  


• Maintain precise case records and professional reports.
  
  


• Mentor less experienced staff, students, and Occupational Therapy Assistants as needed.
  
  

Essential

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
  
  


• Current HCPC Registration.
  
  


• Minimum of 2 years post-qualified experience.
  
  


• Extensive experience in Adult Social Care.
  
  


• Proficiency in:
  
  
  
  • Reablement
    
    
  
  
  • Single-Handed Care Reviews
    
    
  
  
  • Moving & Handling Assessments
    
    
  
  
  • Functional Assessments
    
    
  
  
  • Equipment Provision
    
    
  
  
  • Adaptations
    
    
  
  


• Knowledge of:
  
  
  
  • Care Act
    
    
  
  
  • Mental Capacity Act
    
    
  
  
  • Safeguarding
    
    
  
  
  • DFG Legislation
    
    
  
  
  • Occupational Therapy Best Practice
    
    
  
  


• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
  
  


• Strong experience in partnership working.
  
  


• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.
  
  

Desirable

• Experience as a Practice Educator.
  
  


• Experience supervising OT Assistants or students.
  
  


• Familiarity with Assistive Technology and Technology Enabled Care.
  
  


• Experience in Local Authority Adult Social Care services.
  
  

What's on Offer?

• £28.40 per hour (Umbrella)
  
  


• Role within the Adult Social Care Service
  
  


• Opportunity to focus on reablement and independence-driven practice.
  
  


• Diverse caseload including functional assessments, moving and handling, and care package reviews.
  
  


• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
  
  


• Enhanced DBS and DVLA Check Required.