Band 6 Locum Adults Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist – Adaptations

Job Overview

We are recruiting an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a dedicated Adult Social Care service within North East Social Services. This locum opportunity focuses on delivering high-quality occupational therapy assessments and recommending adaptations that enable adults to live safely and independently in their own homes.

You will work with individuals who have a range of physical disabilities, long-term health conditions and complex needs, carrying out person-centred assessments and identifying practical solutions that improve accessibility, reduce risk and promote independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive occupational therapy assessments for adults with a range of physical and functional needs.
• Assess for and recommend minor and major adaptations to support independent living.
• Work closely with service users, carers, housing providers and partner agencies to deliver effective adaptation solutions.
• Provide recommendations for specialist equipment and moving and handling interventions where appropriate.
• Develop person-centred support plans that promote safety, wellbeing and independence.
• Manage and prioritise a varied caseload while meeting service deadlines.
• Maintain accurate records and produce clear assessment reports in line with professional standards.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment to achieve positive outcomes for service users.

About You

You will be a motivated and experienced Occupational Therapist with strong assessment and clinical reasoning skills. You will have a good understanding of housing adaptations and be committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred services that enable people to remain independent within their own homes.

Requirements

• Professional Occupational Therapy qualification recognised by the HCPC.
• Current HCPC registration.
• Experience working within Adult Social Care or community occupational therapy services.
• Knowledge of assessing for minor and major adaptations.
• Experience recommending specialist equipment and moving and handling solutions.
• Understanding of relevant adult social care legislation and person-centred practice.
• Excellent communication, assessment and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing a varied caseload effectively.

Contract & Salary

• Role: Occupational Therapist – Adaptations
• Area: North East Social Services
• Job Type: Locum
• Contract: Ongoing
• Salary: £29.48 per hour
• Reference: U. CSA 5300320.007007. B20591

How to Apply

If you are an HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with experience in adaptations, equipment provision and Adult Social Care, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join a supportive team and help improve the independence and quality of life of adults within the community.

Please apply using the form on the page.