Locum Equipment and adaptations Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist (Locum)

Location: Croydon Social Services

Area: South London Social Services

Rate: £Negotiable

Contract: Locum, Ongoing

Start Date: January 2026

About the Role

Croydon Social Services is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Complex Team. This role focuses on delivering specialist occupational therapy assessments and interventions, with a particular emphasis on major adaptations and Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs), supporting adults with complex needs to live as independently and safely as possible.

Main Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive occupational therapy assessments for adults with complex needs.
• Lead on major adaptations, including assessment, recommendation and progression of Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs).
• Work collaboratively with service users, carers, housing colleagues and partner agencies.
• Provide specialist advice to support safe, appropriate and timely adaptations.
• Manage a complex caseload autonomously, prioritising risk and need.
• Maintain accurate and timely case records in line with local authority and professional standards.

Skills & Experience Required

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.
• Experience working within adult social care.
• Proven experience with major adaptations and DFG processes.
• Strong assessment, clinical reasoning and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently within a complex team environment.
• Excellent communication and partnership-working skills.

A great opportunity to join a specialist social care team and make a meaningful impact through complex adaptation work.

Code: P/J.022012.B19302