Adults Occupational Therapist – Reablement Team

Pertemps; Eastleigh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Adults Occupational Therapist to join the Reablement Team in Southampton. This role emphasizes delivering person-centred services that empower adults to maintain their independence. Responsibilities include conducting occupational therapy assessments, advising individuals, and providing necessary equipment. The ideal candidate should have a relevant degree and HCPC registration. The position offers a hybrid working pattern and a chance to make a significant impact in a community setting.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant support

Simple online registration process

Attractive referral schemes

Prompt payroll

Qualifications

• Diploma or BSc in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent).
• HCPC registration required.
• Experience in a health or social care community setting.

Responsibilities

• Undertake occupational therapy assessments to promote independence.
• Advise and support individuals and carers.
• Recommend and provide specialist equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Assessment skills

Analytical/problem-solving skills

Ability to manage caseload

Education

Diploma or BSc in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Adults Occupational Therapist – Reablement Team

Location: Southampton, UK
Salary: £26.63 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Ongoing
Working Pattern: Hybrid working (community-based with some remote work)
Start Date: ASAP

Join the Southampton Reablement Team as an Adults Occupational Therapist and play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred services that empower adults to maintain independence, maximise function, and remain safely in their own homes. This is an excellent opportunity for an OT who thrives in a fast-paced community environment and is passionate about supporting individuals through strength-based and reablement-focused interventions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake functional occupational therapy assessments, care planning, and reviews to promote independence and daily living skills.
• Advise, teach, and support individuals and carers to overcome disability and improve confidence in daily activities.
• Recommend and provide standard and specialist equipment, and offer guidance on necessary home adaptations.
• Work closely with colleagues across health, social care, and partner agencies to deliver coordinated, multi-disciplinary support.
• Supervise and support Occupational Therapy Assistants and students where required.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, professional standards, and Council policies.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding adults and promoting equality in line with the Council’s policies.

Essential Requirements:

• Diploma or BSc in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent recognised by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists).
• HCPC registration.
• Experience working within a health or social care community setting.
• Ability to manage a demanding and varied caseload, prioritising effectively.
• Strong communication, assessment, and analytical/problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel within Southampton to complete community visits.

Why work through Pertemps?

By applying through Pertemps, you’ll benefit from:

• Adedicated consultantwith access to roles nationwide and available whenever you need support
• Asimple online registration process
• Attractivereferral schemes and incentives
• Ongoing compliance fully managed for you
• Prompt and reliable payroll
• …and much more!

📞 To discuss this role in more detail, please contact Freya Josephon07471 306880or [e-mail].