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Location
Dorchester, Dorset Employment Type Locum Band Qualified & Experienced Work Pattern (FT/PT) Full time Required Certifications HCPC Experience Required
3+ Months NHS - Excluding placements & volunteeringDate posted 12 hours ago
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We are seeking a qualified and experienced Occupational Therapist to join Dorset Council’s dedicated team, based in Dorchester, Ferndown, or Sherborne. This varied role offers the opportunity to work across both community and inpatient settings, supporting adults with a range of health and social care needs. You will carry out holistic assessments, deliver person-centred interventions, and work closely with individuals, families, and multidisciplinary teams to promote independence, safe discharge, and long-term wellbeing.
Deliver high-quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions in both community and inpatient settings
Support timely discharge planning and rehabilitation through collaborative working with health and social care teams
Provide specialist advice and recommendations on equipment, adaptations, and functional support
Work closely with service users and their carers to develop person-centred care plans that promote independence
Maintain accurate documentation in line with HCPC, RCOT, and Dorset Council standards
Participate in clinical supervision, service development, and ongoing professional learning activities
