Locum Adults Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist (Locum)

Location: Cheshire East Council – Macclesfield Town Hall

Area: North West Social Services

Rate: £25.18 per hour (umbrella, negotiable)

Contract: Locum, Ongoing

About the Role

Cheshire East Council is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to support the Community Adult Teams on a locum basis, providing cover for a secondment. This role focuses on delivering high-quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions within adult social care, with particular emphasis on moving and handling.

Main Responsibilities

• Undertake occupational therapy assessments for adults in the community.
• Complete moving and handling assessments to promote safe practice and independence.
• Recommend appropriate equipment and interventions in line with assessed needs.
• Work collaboratively with service users, carers and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Maintain accurate case records in line with local authority and professional standards.
• Support the Community Adult Teams to ensure timely and effective service delivery.

Skills & Experience Required

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.
• Experience working within adult social care.
• Proven experience in moving and handling assessments.
• Strong assessment, clinical reasoning and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a community-based caseload.

This is a great opportunity to support adult social care services within a well-established local authority team.

Code: U. CSA 5286219. 017012.B19275