Social Services Occupational Therapist - Adaptations Assessments

Sanctuary Personnel; Sutton; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily rate up to £350

Locum flexibility

Case closures target

Multidisciplinary team

IR35 compliant

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel invites an experienced Social Services Occupational Therapist to Sutton, UK, specialising in Adaptations Assessments for children and young people with complex needs. Based in the Children's Occupational Therapy Service, you will assess environments and coordinate adaptations to improve daily living and safety.

This 3-month locum role offers a daily rate up to £350, 36 hours per week, and opportunities to work with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration with OT qualification.
• Experience in Children's and Social Care Occupational Therapy.
• Skilled in functional assessments and equipment recommendations.
• Experience performing moving/handling and risk assessments.
• Experience assessing environments for adaptations.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments for children and young people with complex needs.
• Conduct assessments in home, school, and community settings to identify functional abilities and barriers.
• Recommend and coordinate provision of specialised equipment to support daily living.
• Complete moving, handling, and risk assessments for safe environments.
• Plan and execute necessary adaptations for safety and accessibility.
• Prepare referrals for major adaptations when needed.
• Maintain meticulous records on Mosaic system.
• Collaborate with families, carers, education professionals, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Craft intervention plans to promote independence.
• Review and adjust equipment/interventions for efficacy.
• Manage a varied children's social care caseload from assessment to closure.
• Contribute to service delivery targets with timely case closures.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Report writing

Independent work

Caseload management

Risk assessment

Education

Professional qualification in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Mosaic system

Job description

JOB-20240905-7a6f785b

Job Title: Social Services Occupational Therapist (Adaptations Assessments)

Job Location: Sutton, UK

Salary: Up to £350 Daily

Contract: 3-month temporary assignment

Hours: 36 hours per week

Start Date: 24/08/2026

Join us in Sutton for an exhilarating opportunity as a Social Services Occupational Therapist specialising in Adaptations Assessments! If you have a flair for helping young people with complex needs and are excited by the challenge of adapting environments to meet diverse requirements, this is the role for you. Based in the bustling Sutton Civic Offices, you'll work full-time within the Children's Occupational Therapy Service, holding the key to transforming lives by making daily tasks more accessible.

Perks and Benefits:

• Earn up to £350 daily, giving you the financial freedom to enjoy life to the fullest while making a difference.
• Embrace the flexible lifestyle of a locum role; enjoy both professional growth and the freedom to explore new opportunities.
• Take advantage of a minimum of 10 completed case closures per month for a rewarding sense of achievement as you complete each task.
• Immerse yourself in the camaraderie of a supportive multidisciplinary team while expanding your professional network.
• Work inside IR35 and benefit from a structured tax system, ensuring compliance and peace of mind.

What you will do:

• Perform comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments for children and young people with complex needs.
• Conduct assessments in various settings including home, school, and community environments to identify functional abilities and barriers.
• Recommend and coordinate the provision of specialised equipment to support daily living and participation.
• Complete moving, handling, and risk assessments to ensure safe environments.
• Assess, plan, and execute necessary adaptations for improved safety and accessibility.
• Prepare and submit referrals for major adaptations when needed.
• Keep meticulous records and documentation on the Mosaic system.
• Collaborate effectively with families, carers, education professionals, and multidisciplinary teams to maximise outcomes.
• Craft personalised intervention plans to promote independence.
• Regularly review and adjust equipment and interventions for ongoing efficacy.
• Manage a varied and challenging children's social care caseload from initial assessment to closure.
• Contribute to meeting service delivery targets with timely case closures.

Requirements:

• Professional qualification in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.
• Experience in Children's and Social Care Occupational Therapy.
• Proficiency in functional assessments and recommendations for specialised equipment.
• Ability to perform moving and handling, as well as risk assessments.
• Experience assessing environments for necessary adaptations.
• Skilled in managing complex caseloads and interfacing with a diverse clientele.
• Stellar report writing and communication prowess.
• Capability for independent work amidst a busy workload.

Desirable Requirements:

• Mosaic system experience.
• Background in Local Authority and Children's Services.
• Expertise in major adaptation referrals.
• Experience in guiding or mentoring junior staff.

Sutton offers a vibrant and friendly community enriched with cultural diversity and accessible amenities. With excellent transport links to central London, you can relish the charm of suburban living while staying connected to the hustle and bustle of city life. Make the move and become part of something meaningful in Sutton!