Occupational Therapist

SeeMeHired.com; Ware; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Weekend pay enhancements

Staff discounts and wellbeing schemes

Job summary

Westgate House Care Centre in Ware, Hertfordshire, is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to join a multidisciplinary team on a permanent basis. You will assess, advise and rehabilitate residents discharged from hospital, helping them regain independence in a supportive care home.

The role offers full‑time or part‑time hours (minimum 24 per week) with opportunities to support both in‑house and community rehabilitation and to work within a caring, patient‑centred team.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) or equivalent Occupational Therapy qualification
• HCPC Registration
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Proactive, compassionate approach to care

Responsibilities

• Undertake OT assessments and provide rehabilitation to residents discharged from hospital and the community
• Provide OT advice to residents, carers, family and multidisciplinary team members
• Conduct off site access visits to identify equipment requirements and ensure safe discharge
• Attend Multidisciplinary Team meetings to review residents' needs and plan discharge
• Accurately maintain records and document in a timely manner
• Attend and participate in team meetings and in-service training
• Provide training to care staff on assembly of equipment for residents

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Proactive care

Education

BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist (Care Home)

Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare!#CareWithUsAtWestgate

Westgate House Care Centre, located in Ware, Hertfordshire, is part of a family-run, award-winning care home group. We support elderly residents with a range of nursing needs. While our home has 109 beds in total, it also features a dedicated 13-bed Intermediate Care Unit, complete with its own private rehabilitation gym.

We are now looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team on a permanent basis. You will provide Occupational Therapy assessment, advice and rehabilitation to residents discharged from hospital for further rehabilitation. You will be an experienced Occupational Therapist with good clinical knowledge within a rehabilitation unit.

About the role

• Full time or Part time - minimum of 24 hours a week, covering 3 days, 8 hours shifts.

• Undertake OT assessments and provide rehabilitation to residents discharged from hospital and the community, for further rehabilitation

• Provide OT advice to residents, carers, family and multidisciplinary team members

• Conduct off site access visits as necessary to identify equipment requirements and ensure safe discharge

• Attend Multidisciplinary Team meetings to review our residents needs and plan discharge

• Accurately maintain records and document in a timely manner

• Attend and participate in team meetings and in-service training

• Provide training to care staff on assembly of equipment for residents

• As part of a team within a Nursing Home, take interest in our residents throughout the home, as well as with the Intermediate Care Clients and assist in activities for residents providing exercise where appropriate

• Ensure Health & Safety standards are monitored and any shortfalls identified and reported to the Home Manager

• Have full knowledge of, and take responsibility, to ensure adherence to infection control policies and procedures at all times

  Why Work at Westgate?

We want our people to feel valued, supported and rewarded. As part of the Westgate Healthcare team, you’ll have access to:

• Competitive pay rates, with enhanced rates for weekend working.

• Equal pay for young workers — colleagues under 25 are paid the same rate as staff aged 25+.

• Stream, helping you improve your financial wellbeing with early access to your wages and exclusive discounts at some of the UK’s favourite retailers.

• Blue Light Card and access to a range of additional employee discount schemes, including Byond Prepayment Card, Extras Discounts and Cycle to Work.

• Employee referral scheme — earn up to £500 for a successful referral.

• Employee recognition schemes including Employee of the Month and Long Service Awards, alongside team-building and social events.

• Financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity.

• A comprehensive induction programme, combining online learning, in-person training, a specialist dementia immersive experience, and hands-on support within the home.

• Training and development opportunities, with opportunities to work towards nationally recognised qualifications.

Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age.

About the company

We are Westgate Healthcare, a family-run care provider delivering award-winning residential, nursing and dementia care across the South East of England.

With over 20 years of experience, we focus on creating safe, supportive and welcoming environments for older people.

Our approach combines high clinical standards with genuine compassion, ensuring every resident receives personalised, dignified care

Required Criteria

• BSc (Hons) or equivalent Occupational Therapy qualification
• HCPC Registration
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive, compassionate approach to care

Desired Criteria

• Previous experience of working with the elderly is desirable but not essential as full training is provided

Skills you'll need