Occupational Therapist - Social Services - Moving and Handling - Scunthorpe - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Occupational Therapist in Scunthorpe, earning £39 per hour. This ongoing full-time role focuses on supporting clients and promoting independent living. Ideal candidates are registered with the HCPC and have at least two years of relevant experience. Enjoy the flexibility of a locum role while making a positive impact on your community.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Competitive hourly rates

Continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in a relevant specialism.
• Registered with the HCPC.
• Preferable to be a car driver due to travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to clients based on agreed thresholds.
• Promote and develop the Independent Living Service.
• Offer coaching and mentoring to team managers.
• Monitor low-level prescribers’ competencies.
• Work collaboratively within the Disabled Facilities Grant process.
• Offer expert advice on moving and handling issues.

Skills

Registered with HCPC

Experience in relevant specialism

Coaching and mentoring

Knowledge of therapy services

Job description

Job Overview

Job Title: Occupational Therapist – Social Services – Moving and Handling

Location: Scunthorpe, UK

Salary: £39 per hour

Contract: Ongoing | Full-time (Part-time considered)

Occupational Therapist (Band SS) in Social Services – Moving and Handling in Scunthorpe, earning £39 hourly. This is an ongoing full-time role, part-time will be considered, offering an excellent opportunity to advance your career while making a tangible difference.

Perks and Benefits

• Working as a locum offers unparalleled flexibility allowing you to tailor your schedule to suit your lifestyle
• Enjoy competitive hourly rates that reflect your specialist skills and experience
• Broaden your expertise across different settings and grow professionally in a supportive environment
• Access to continuous professional development to expand your skills and knowledge at your own pace

What You Will Do

• Provide tailored support to clients based on agreed thresholds in North Lincolnshire ensuring assistance fits their specific needs at the time
• Promote and develop the Independent Living Service, focusing on staff training and development
• Stay informed on the latest evidence-based research and Therapy Services developments to apply knowledge effectively in North Lincolnshire
• Offer coaching and mentoring to team managers, back care advisors, and others to meet strategic and personal development goals
• Monitor low-level prescribers’ competencies and support budget management while identifying service-related risks
• Work collaboratively within the Disabled Facilities Grant process alongside external partners
• Offer expert advice and support about moving and handling issues and develop and deliver targeted training sessions

Requirements

To be suitable for this role, you should be registered with the HCPC and have a minimum of two years’ experience in a relevant specialism. While being a car driver is preferable due to the nature of the role and travel between multiple sites.

Working in Scunthorpe

Scunthorpe offers an excellent quality of life, with affordable living and a welcoming community. It is a region where you can advance your career in Occupational Therapy while enjoying the benefits of living in one of the friendliest parts of the UK.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.