Occupational Therapist – Social Care Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Locum flexibility

Competitive hourly rate up to £30.47

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Locum Occupational Therapist for the Social Care Team in Kensington and Chelsea, London. You will perform comprehensive OT assessments, review care needs, and recommend equipment and adaptations to promote independence.

The role is full-time, 36 hours per week, with a pay rate up to £30.47 per hour. HCPC registration and experience in Adult Social Care OT are required; duties include duty rota commitments and thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registration is essential.
• Experience in Adult Social Care Occupational Therapy.
• Proficiency in complex moving and handling assessments.
• Capability in assessing for major adaptations.
• Skill in recommending appropriate equipment.
• Independent caseload management with strong assessment and clinical reasoning.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to participate in a duty rota.
• Experience in Local Authority settings.
• Experience with complex community cases.
• Background in supporting interventions focused on independence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments within Adult Social Care settings.
• Review and manage care and support needs for service users.
• Assess and recommend equipment that champions independence.
• Evaluate and advise on major adaptations for home modifications.
• Perform complex moving and handling assessments for safety.
• Support residents to stay independent within their communities.
• Create person-centred intervention plans and collaborate with service users, carers, and MDT.
• Participate proactively in duty service responsibilities.
• Maintain accurate records and case documentation.

Skills

Assessment skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Report writing

Education

HCPC registration

Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist – Social Care Team

Job Title: Locum Occupational Therapist in Social Care Team
Location: Kensington and Chelsea, London, UK
Salary: Up to £30.47 per hour (Hourly)
Type: Full-time, 36 hours per week,Start Date: 21/09/2026, End Date: 21/12/2026

Join us for an extraordinary opportunity as a locum Occupational Therapist within Social Care, right in the heart of Kensington and Chelsea, London! Deliver essential services to adults in this vibrant community and make a real difference. This role offers the perfect mix of professional fulfilment and the chance to explore one of London’s most picturesque districts.

Perks and benefits:

• Full-time hours mean you can truly immerse yourself in your work and engage with residents in a meaningful way.
• Enjoy the flexibility and variety of locum work, giving you the freedom to balance personal and professional aspirations.
• A competitive hourly rate of up to £30.47 allows you to thrive financially while gaining invaluable experience.
• Immerse your career in a prestigious location known for its cultural richness and historical landmarks.
• Be part of an innovative and forward-thinking team within Adult Social Care, enhancing your skills every day.

What you will do:

• Conduct comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments within Adult Social Care settings.
• Review and manage care and support needs for service users.
• Assess and recommend equipment that champions independence.
• Evaluate and advise on major adaptations for individuals needing specific home modifications.
• Perform complex moving and handling assessments to ensure safety and effectiveness.
• Support residents to stay independent within their communities.
• Create person-centred intervention plans and collaborate with service users, carers, and multi-disciplinary professionals.
• Participate proactively in duty service responsibilities.
• Maintain accurate, thorough records and case documentation.

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registration is essential.
• Experience in Adult Social Care Occupational Therapy.
• Proficiency in conducting complex moving and handling assessments.
• Capability in assessing for major adaptations.
• Skill in recommending appropriate equipment.
• Aptitude for managing an independent caseload with strong assessment and clinical reasoning abilities.
• Exceptional communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to efficiently participate in a duty rota.
• Experience in Local Authority settings.
• Previous work within Adult Social Care teams.
• Experience with complex community cases.
• Background in supporting interventions focused on independence.

Kensington and Chelsea offer a unique blend of cosmopolitan flair and quaint charm, with its exquisite parks, iconic architecture, and a lively arts scene. Make the most of this rewarding opportunity and enrich both your personal and professional life in one of London’s most coveted locations.