Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Acute Discharge Planning Team - Carshalton - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist in Carshalton, Surrey. In this full-time role, you will manage an acute occupational therapy caseload with a focus on effective discharge planning. Responsibilities include collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, developing personalized therapy plans, and advising families. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in acute settings and a full driving license to facilitate community-based planning. Competitive hourly rates and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Full-time stability

Competitive hourly rate

Professional development

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• A full driving licence is required to support community-based discharge planning.
• Proven experience in acute occupational therapy, particularly within discharge planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage an acute occupational therapy caseload with a strong focus on effective discharge planning.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support safe and timely discharges.
• Assess patients’ needs and develop personalised occupational therapy plans.
• Provide expert advice and reassurance to patients and families during the discharge process.
• Build and maintain strong links with community services to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Proven experience in acute occupational therapy

Strong communication skills

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Job description

Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Acute Discharge Planning Team

Are you ready for an exciting new opportunity where you can truly make a difference? We have a fantastic full-time role for an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the Acute Discharge Planning Team in Carshalton, Surrey. You’ll play a vital role in managing an acute occupational therapy caseload while supporting and facilitating efficient discharge planning. Step into this rewarding position and enjoy the benefits of locum work, where career development meets flexibility.

Perks and benefits

• Full-time stability: Enjoy the consistency of a full-time role combined with the flexibility and variety that locum work brings.
• Competitive hourly rate: Earn £30.00 per hour, recognising your skills and professional expertise.
• Professional development: Gain valuable experience in an acute setting, strengthening your clinical skills and career prospects.
• Work‑life balance: Achieve a fulfilling balance between professional responsibilities and personal time.

What you will do

• Manage an acute occupational therapy caseload with a strong focus on effective discharge planning.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support safe and timely discharges.
• Assess patients’ needs and develop personalised occupational therapy plans.
• Provide expert advice and reassurance to patients and families during the discharge process.
• Build and maintain strong links with community services to ensure continuity of care.

Requirements

• A full driving licence is required to support community-based discharge planning.
• Proven experience in acute occupational therapy, particularly within discharge planning.

Carshalton, Surrey offers

a welcoming community feel with beautiful green spaces and excellent transport links into London. It’s an ideal location for professionals seeking a blend of urban convenience and relaxed living.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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Join Sanctuary Personnel today and take the next step in your occupational therapy career with a rewarding, well‑paid locum role where your expertise genuinely makes a difference.