Occupational Therapist Grade 10 in Aberaeron

LinsCare; Aberaeron; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

LinsCare in Wales is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Community Occupational Therapy Team in Ceredigion. You will provide high-quality, person-centred therapy to adults and older people, helping maximise independence, safety and quality of life.

This role involves managing a varied caseload, conducting assessments, advising on equipment and housing adaptations, and working with multi-agency teams.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience in community occupational therapy with adults/older people.
• Knowledge of specialist equipment, housing adaptations and manual handling.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload and work autonomously.
• Excellent communication and multi-agency working skills.
• Commitment to person-centred practice and safeguarding.
• Willingness to undertake community visits and flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied and complex caseload independently.
• Undertake functional, manual handling and risk assessments.
• Assess and recommend equipment and housing adaptations.
• Develop person-centred intervention and care plans.
• Provide advice and support to individuals, families and carers.
• Collaborate with health, social care and partner agencies.
• Supervise and delegate to OT Assistants, students and volunteers.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare professional reports.
• Participate in duty rotas, supervision, training and ongoing professional development.

Skills

HCPC registration

Community OT experience

Caseload management

Communication skills

Safeguarding

Autonomy

Job description

Occupational Therapist

Location: Ceredigion, Wales
Pay Rate: 42.63 per hour (Umbrella)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Temporary

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Community Occupational Therapy Team in Ceredigion. You will provide high-quality, person-centred occupational therapy to adults and older people, helping to maximise independence, safety and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied and complex caseload independently.


• Undertake functional, manual handling and risk assessments.


• Assess and recommend specialist equipment and housing adaptations.


• Develop person-centred intervention and care plans.


• Provide advice and support to individuals, families and carers.


• Work collaboratively with health, social care and other partner agencies.


• Supervise and delegate to Occupational Therapy Assistants, students and volunteers.


• Maintain accurate records and prepare professional reports.


• Support safeguarding and manage risks appropriately during community visits.


• Participate in duty rotas, supervision, training and ongoing professional development.

Requirements

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.


• Experience in community occupational therapy, particularly with adults and older people.


• Knowledge of specialist equipment, housing adaptations and manual handling.


• Ability to manage a complex caseload and work autonomously.


• Excellent communication and multi-agency working skills.


• Commitment to person-centred practice, safeguarding and continuous professional development.


• Ability to undertake community visits and work flexibly.

Mandatory: Must have a UK Passport or a Full Right to Work in the UK

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a supportive community service and make a real difference to the independence and wellbeing of people across Ceredigion.

For more information, contact Natasha Haddon