Occupational Therapist - Social Service Reablement Team - Chippenham - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Chippenham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist for a locum role within the Social Service Reablement Team in Chippenham. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of £36.54 and provides the flexibility to manage your own work schedule. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, managing a varied client caseload, and delivering tailored reablement plans. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Occupational Therapy, at least two years of experience, and a valid UK driving licence for client visits.

Benefits

Full-time stability

Hybrid working

Career development

Supportive team culture

Travel within Wiltshire

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ post-qualification experience required.
• Full UK driving licence is necessary for client travel.

Responsibilities

• Carry out strengths-based assessments to identify individuals’ needs.
• Develop and deliver tailored reablement plans.
• Provide professional guidance and training to colleagues.
• Act as a subject matter expert in best practices.
• Manage a varied caseload independently.
• Deliver face-to-face interventions in clients’ homes.

Skills

Strengths-based assessments

Professional guidance and training

Best practice promotion

Independent caseload management

Empathy

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist – Social Service Reablement Team

Job Title: Occupational Therapist – Social Service Reablement Team
Location: Chippenham, Wiltshire
Hourly Rate: £36.54
Employment Type: Locum, Full Time
Contract: Ongoing

We are pleased to offer an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Social Service Reablement Team in Chippenham. This ongoing locum position provides stability alongside the flexibility to manage your own schedule, all while earning a competitive hourly rate of £36.54. You will be part of a committed team helping individuals regain independence and confidence following hospital discharge.

This role offers the freedom and variety that come with locum work, supporting both your professional development and work–life balance. You will receive guidance from the Principal Occupational Therapist and have access to career development opportunities through leadership and coaching programmes.

What You Will Do

• Carry out strengths-based assessments to identify individuals’ needs.
• Develop and deliver tailored reablement plans to support independence.
• Provide professional guidance and training to colleagues, particularly in relation to equipment and clinical decision‑making.
• Act as a subject matter expert, promoting best practice within the team.
• Manage a varied caseload independently, responding to individual needs with professionalism and empathy.
• Spend approximately 50 per cent of your time delivering face‑to‑face interventions in clients’ homes or hospital settings.

Perks and Benefits

• Full‑time stability: A consistent working pattern with the flexibility afforded to locum professionals.
• Hybrid working: A mix of direct client contact and remote working.
• Career development: Access to leadership and coaching pathways.
• Supportive team culture: Work within a collaborative and encouraging environment.
• Travel within Wiltshire: An engaging role that involves meeting clients across the local community.

Person Specification

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Minimum of two years’ post‑qualification experience.
• Full UK driving licence required, as the role involves travel to clients’ homes across Wiltshire.

About Chippenham

Chippenham is a historic and welcoming town set within the picturesque Wiltshire countryside. With its vibrant community, scenic surroundings, and easy access to local amenities, it offers an excellent quality of life. Whether you enjoy heritage sites, countryside walks, or local markets, Chippenham provides an appealing setting for your next career move.

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