Occupational Therapist – Hybrid Home First (Dorset)

Liquidpersonnel; Wareham; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS check

Faster Pay

Referral bonus

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Job summary

Liquid Personnel is recruiting an Occupational Therapist for a Home First team in Wareham, Dorset. The role supports hospital discharges, active recovery, and reablement across the county, helping people regain independence and remain at home.

You'll work with health and social care partners, travel across Dorset, and contribute to a patient-centred service that delivers high-quality community support.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• HCPC registration is required.
• At least 3 years' post-qualified UK experience.
• Experience in Adult Social Care / community settings is preferred.
• Access to a car and willingness to travel across the county.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced Adults DBS clearance (we can arrange if needed).

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments and provide occupational therapy interventions to support independence and safe discharge.
• Support hospital discharge, active recovery and reablement packages.
• Work collaboratively with health, social care and community partners.
• Apply relevant OT frameworks, practice models and evidence-based approaches.
• Contribute to a coordinated, person-centred approach across Dorset.
• Carry out visits across the county as required.
• Work as part of the wider Home First Social Care Team.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Liquid Personnel is recruiting an Occupational Therapist for a Home First team in Wareham, Dorset. The role supports hospital discharges, active recovery, and reablement across the county, helping people regain independence and remain at home.

You'll work with health and social care partners, travel across Dorset, and contribute to a patient-centred service that delivers high-quality community support.