Occupational Therapist #0009D2921

Semester.co.uk; Bury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

An experienced OT is required to assess people in receipt of a package of care to ensure high quality OT interventions supporting people to live safely and independently in their homes and facilitate timely hospital discharge. Experience in single handed care, as well as moving and handling is essential.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Degree in Occupational Therapy
2. Must be registered with Health Professions Council (HPC)
3. Minimum of 2 years experience of working with older people and people with mental health or physical disabilities
4. The ability to build strong working partnerships
5. Good interpersonal skills
6. Decision making and organisational skills
7. The ability to explain, encourage and build confidence
8. The ability to create a rapport with a range of people, especially people with disabilities

Health and Safety:

1. Awareness of health & safety issues

Personal Protective Equipment:

1. Must be of smart appearance

What’s on offer:

1. Excellent competitive pay rate – paid weekly!
2. Excellent management structure with experienced leaders
3. Desirable location with excellent transport links
4. A stable and well-supported working environment

You must have:

1. Enhanced DBS/Update service
2. References required for the last 5 years of employment

Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk:

1. Free on-going training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you
2. Competitive Rates of pay
3. In house payroll, providing weekly payments and support
4. Enhanced DBS completed
5. Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated and friendly team
6. An assigned dedicated & experienced consultant
7. Various employment opportunities in your preferred geographical area

If you would like to find out more information about this role, or the other opportunities Semester.co.uk have available, feel free to click the ‘Apply’ button.