Locum Children's OT — Adaptations & Assessments

Sanctuary Personnel; Sutton; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Locum role

IR35 inside

Job summary

You will plan and coordinate adaptations, equipment provisions, moving and handling and risk assessments, and maintain accurate Mosaic system records while collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams to optimise outcomes.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.
• Experience in Children’s and Social Care Occupational Therapy.
• Proficiency in functional assessments and recommendations for specialised equipment.
• Ability to perform moving and handling, as well as risk assessments.
• Experience assessing environments for necessary adaptations.
• Skilled in managing complex caseloads and interfacing with a diverse clientele.
• Stellar report writing and communication prowess.
• Capability for independent work amidst a busy workload.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments for children and young people with complex needs.
• Conduct assessments in home, school, and community settings to identify functional abilities and barriers.
• Recommend and coordinate provision of specialised equipment to support daily living and participation.
• Complete moving, handling, and risk assessments to ensure safe environments.
• Assess, plan, and execute necessary adaptations for improved safety and accessibility.
• Prepare and submit referrals for major adaptations when needed.
• Keep meticulous records and documentation on the Mosaic system.
• Collaborate with families, carers, education professionals, and multidisciplinary teams to maximise outcomes.
• Craft personalised intervention plans to promote independence.
• Regularly review and adjust equipment and interventions for ongoing efficacy.
• Manage a varied and challenging children’s social care caseload from initial assessment to closure.
• Contribute to meeting service delivery targets with timely case closures.

Skills

Functional assessments

Equipment recommendations

Moving & handling

Risk assessments

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

Occupational Therapy qualification

HCPC registration

Tools

Mosaic system

Job description

You will plan and coordinate adaptations, equipment provisions, moving and handling and risk assessments, and maintain accurate Mosaic system records while collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams to optimise outcomes.