Specialist Occupational Therapist – Maternity Cover

Central London Community Healthcare Nhs Trust; Edgware; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a Specialist Occupational Therapist (Maternity Cover) to join the Community Ageing Well Service (CAWS) in Edgware, London. You will assess and treat older people with frailty and complex health needs, enabling independence at home and preventing avoidable admissions within a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires HCPC registration, relevant experience in adult rehabilitation, and a proactive approach to falls prevention, rehabilitation

Qualifications

• Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current HCPC registration.
• Attended specialist CPD in Adult Rehabilitation, Falls, Neurology, Orthopaedics, Musculoskeletal Outpatients, Older People Rehabilitation, Palliation.

Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive assessments of patients with complex physical, cognitive, and functional needs.
• Develop and implement personalised treatment and rehabilitation plans.
• Assess for equipment, adaptations, and moving and handling requirements.
• Support patients to achieve their goals and maximise independence.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to holistic care planning.
• Provide specialist advice and support to patients, carers, and healthcare professionals.
• Participate in falls prevention, frailty management, and admission avoidance initiatives.
• Supervise and support therapy assistants and junior staff where appropriate.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and clinical governance activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Assessment skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Education

Occupational Therapy degree

HCPC registration

Job description

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a Specialist Occupational Therapist (Maternity Cover) to join the Community Ageing Well Service (CAWS) in Edgware, London. You will assess and treat older people with frailty and complex health needs, enabling independence at home and preventing avoidable admissions within a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires HCPC registration, relevant experience in adult rehabilitation, and a proactive approach to falls prevention, rehabilitation