Occupational Therapist

Civic Recruitment Limited; Littlehampton; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a Locum Occupational Therapist for a 2-month contract to deliver short-term, community-based interventions in customers' homes. You will assess, plan, and implement OT services to maximise independence with a flexible hybrid/onsite model, including at least one day in the Littlehampton office.

Driving across West Sussex is required. Applicants must be a qualified OT with Enhanced DBS and a Full UK Driving Licence.

Qualifications

• Experience applying evidence-based occupational therapy in community or reablement settings.
• Strong assessment, analytical, and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive assessments and establish goals in customers' homes.
• Deliver short-term specialist occupational therapy interventions.
• Monitor progress and adapt support plans.
• Collaborate with reablement care providers and health/social care professionals.
• Manage a varied caseload across the community.

Skills

Assessment skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Occupational Therapist (Social Care Qualified)

Job description

Littlehampton, United Kingdom | Posted on 12/10/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

2 Months Contract with a local authority

Summary

• We are seeking an enthusiastic Locum Occupational Therapist to join our team. You will deliver short-term, community-based occupational therapy interventions to support customers in maximizing their independence and achieving their personal goals in their own homes.

Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive assessments and establish meaningful goals with customers in their own homes.
• Deliver specialist occupational therapy interventions for a short-term period.
• Monitor customer progress and adapt support plans to achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with reablement care providers and other health and social care professionals in a multidisciplinary approach.
• Manage a varied caseload while working flexibly across the community.

Experience

• Experience applying evidence-based occupational therapy practice, ideally within a community, social care, or reablement setting.
• Strong assessment, analytical, and problem solving skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in partnership with multidisciplinary teams and care providers.

Qualifications

• Qualified Occupational Therapist (Social Care Qualified).
• Enhanced DBS required.

Additional Information

• Working hours: 37 hours per week.
• Enhanced DBS required.
• Driving licence requirement: Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel across West Sussex for visits.
• This is a Hybrid/onsite role with at least one day in the office per week at Littlehampton.