Occupational Therapist - Equipment and Adaptations Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Birkenhead; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time position

Hybrid working

Competitive hourly rate

Professional development

Collaborative multi-agency team

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is recruiting an Occupational Therapist for a locum role in Birkenhead, UK. The post is full-time (36 hours/week) on a 3-month initial contract with potential extension, starting 14 September.

You will conduct specialist assessments, arrange equipment and major adaptations, liaise with families and external agencies, supervise junior staff, maintain records, and respond to safeguarding concerns, promoting independence under the Care Act 2014.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration mandatory.
• Experience arranging specialist equipment and major adaptations.
• Knowledge of the Care Act 2014.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Desirable: Local Authority experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct specialist assessments of needs, including risk management.
• Work with individuals, families, carers and external agencies to assess needs and develop action plans.
• Support and guide junior staff and students.
• Engage with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless service responses.
• Balance needs and risks with rights, promoting independence for individuals.
• Maintain accurate records and reports in compliance with legal requirements.
• Respond to safeguarding concerns with investigators as appropriate.

Skills

HCPC registration

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Title: Locum Occupational Therapist
Specialism: Social Services - Equipment and Adaptations Team
Job Location: Birkenhead, UK
Salary: £31.65 per hour

This exciting opportunity is perfect for a skilled and innovative Occupational Therapist passionate about making a real difference in the community. Based in Birkenhead, UK, this role within the Social Services Equipment and Adaptations Team offers a rewarding hourly rate of £31.65. Set to start on the 14th of September, this full-time position offers an initial 3-month contract with the potential for extension, working 36 hours per week.

Perks and Benefits

• Full Time: Embrace the stability and security that comes with a full-time position while making a significant impact in your community.
• Competitive Hourly Rate: Earn £31.65 per hour, offering both financial rewards and a fulfilling career.
• Flexible Working: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working environment, accommodating service needs and personal commitments.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing training opportunities to further your expertise and advance your career.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive multi-agency team, working alongside dedicated social care and health colleagues.

What you will do

• Conduct specialist assessments of needs, including risk management, to offer expert advice and suitable solutions.
• Work collaboratively with individuals, families, carers, and external agencies to assess needs and develop action plans.
• Support and guide junior staff and students in developing their skills and knowledge.
• Engage with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless service responses.
• Balance needs and risks with rights, promoting positive outcomes and independence for individuals.
• Maintain accurate records and reports in compliance with legal requirements.
• Respond to safeguarding concerns in collaboration with investigating officers.

Role Specific Knowledge, Experience and Skills

• Essential: Degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with HCPC.
• Experience in arranging specialist equipment and major adaptations.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Care Act 2014.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Desirable: Experience working in a Local Authority setting.

Birkenhead

Birkenhead is not just a place to work; it's a community that offers a vibrant lifestyle along the River Mersey. With a rich history and plenty of cultural experiences, Birkenhead is an ideal location for those looking to balance work with an appealing quality of life. Join us in making a difference while enjoying the unique charm of this Merseyside town.