Locum Adults Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist (Locum)

Location: London Borough of Ealing

Area: West London Social Services

Rate: £Negotiable

Contract: Locum, Ongoing

About the Role

The London Borough of Ealing is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their Adult Social Care service. This role will support adults with a wide range of physical and functional needs, helping them to maintain independence, safety and wellbeing within their homes and communities.

Main Responsibilities

• Undertake holistic, person-centred occupational therapy assessments for adults with physical disabilities, long-term conditions or functional limitations.
• Recommend and arrange the provision of equipment, adaptations and moving & handling solutions to support independence and safety.
• Develop individualised support plans in line with Care Act responsibilities, focusing on promoting independence and preventing deterioration.
• Work collaboratively with social workers, therapy assistants and wider professionals within the multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to discharge planning, enabling safe return home from hospital where required.
• Maintain accurate case records in line with HCPC standards and local authority policies.
• Provide advice and support to service users, carers and partner agencies.

Requirements

• HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist.
• Experience within Adult Social Care or community-based OT practice.
• Strong assessment, clinical reasoning and report-writing skills.
• Knowledge of equipment, home adaptations and moving & handling solutions.
• Excellent communication and multi-agency working skills.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently.

Why Join?

• Flexible, ongoing locum opportunity.
• Work within a supportive Adult Social Care team in West London.
• Varied caseload supporting adults with diverse and complex needs.
• Competitive, negotiable hourly rate.

Ready to make a difference in Adult Social Care across Ealing?

Apply today to join the Occupational Therapy service.

Code: U.ACO 8937-1. 008012.B19189