Adults Occupational Therapist – Southampton

Pertemps; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to join the Adults Reablement Team at Southampton City Council. This hybrid position involves delivering high-quality occupational therapy services to adults, promoting their independence and well-being. The ideal candidate will have HCPC registration and previous experience in health or social care. Competitive hourly rate offered.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant

Simple online registration

Attractive referral schemes

Ongoing compliance management

Reliable payroll

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist is required.
• Previous experience in health or social care community setting.
• Ability to manage a demanding caseload and effective prioritisation.
• Ability to travel within Southampton to meet clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments, care planning, and reviews.
• Provide advice, support, and teaching to individuals and their carers.
• Recommend and provide standard and specialist equipment.
• Collaborate with colleagues in health and social care.
• Supervise and support Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Maintain accurate records to comply with standards.
• Uphold safeguarding procedures and the Council’s Equality Policy.

Skills

Strong communication

Assessment skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Diploma or BSc in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist – Adults Reablement Team Southampton

Location: Southampton. Rate of pay: £26.63 per hour. Working arrangements: Hybrid. Hours per week: 37 hours per wee. Contract type: Short-term, with the potential for extension.

Job Summary

Pertemps is seeking a qualified and experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Adults Reablement Team at Southampton City Council on a short-term contract. This hybrid position will involve providing high-quality, person-centred occupational therapy services to adults with care and support needs. Your role will focus on helping individuals regain or maintain independence, promoting their well‑being and daily living skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments, care planning, and reviews to encourage personal independence and improve daily living skills.
• Provide advice, support, and teaching to individuals and their carers, helping them overcome disability and maximize their independence.
• Recommend and provide standard and specialist equipment, as well as offer guidance on home adaptations.
• Collaborate with colleagues in health, social care, and partner agencies to deliver coordinated, multi-disciplinary support.
• Supervise and support Occupational Therapy Assistants and students as needed.
• Maintain accurate records, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, professional standards, and Council policies.
• Uphold safeguarding procedures and the Council’s Equality Policy.

Essential Requirements

• Diploma or BSc in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent, recognised by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists, WFOT).
• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Previous experience in a health or social care community setting.
• Ability to manage a demanding and often unpredictable caseload, with effective prioritisation.
• Strong communication, assessment, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to travel within Southampton to meet clients in their homes and other community settings.

Why work through Pertemps?

• 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].