Occupational Therapist, Blackburn

Pertemps; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to deliver community-based assessments in Blackburn. This locum role requires HCPC registration and proficiency in moving and handling assessments. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential. The position offers a pay rate of up to £30 per hour, making it a valuable opportunity for professionals in the area.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration and relevant qualifications in Occupational Therapy.
• Demonstrated experience working within a local authority setting.
• Proficiency in completing moving and handling assessments.
• Strong knowledge of equipment provision and home adaptation processes.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct community assessments in a local authority setting.
• Perform comprehensive moving and handling assessments.
• Collaborate with residents, families, and professionals.
• Demonstrate single-handed solutions for handling needs.
• Maintain thorough records in line with professional standards.

Skills

HCPC registration

Experience in local authority settings

Proficiency in moving and handling assessments

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Education

Relevant qualifications in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist, Blackburn

Pay rate to £30 per hour Contract role

We are recruiting for an experienced Occupational Therapist to work in a team in Blackburn.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team in Blackburn with Darwen on a locum basis. This role involves delivering essential community‑based assessments and interventions for individuals requiring moving and handling support to promote independence, safety, and well‑being.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct community assessments in a local authority setting, identifying needs and recommending both standard and specialist equipment for moving and handling.
• Perform comprehensive moving and handling assessments, ensuring safe practices and compliance with relevant guidelines.
• Collaborate with residents, families, and other professionals to create individualised support plans focused on safe mobility and handling.
• To assess and demonstrate single‑handed solutions to meeting handling needs in a community setting.
• Maintain thorough and accurate records in line with professional and legal standards.
• Provide demonstration and instruction to formal and informal care providers on the safe moving and handling practice and use of equipment provided from the outcome of the assessment.

Requirements

• HCPC registration and relevant qualifications in Occupational Therapy.
• Demonstrated experience working within a local authority setting.
• Proficiency in completing moving and handling assessments.
• Strong knowledge of equipment provision and home adaptation processes.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:

Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)

• Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
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• Looked After Children (LAC)
• Children’s Social Work
• Adult Social Work
• Service Manager
• Head of Service
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• Careers in SEND in local authorities

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