Occupational Therapist – Home First Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Wareham (MA); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Discretionary progression

Flexible scheduling

Hybrid retirement plan

Healthcare support

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Locum Occupational Therapist for the Home First Team in Wareham, Dorset. The role is ongoing and full-time with hybrid working options, focusing on discharge planning, reablement, and community OT across Dorset.

You will deliver assessments, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and support patients to regain independence while managing a caseload in community settings.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy with HCPC registration.
• Minimum 3 years post-qualified UK OT experience.
• Experience in hospital discharge pathways and reablement services.
• Access to a car and willingness to travel across Dorset.
• Enhanced Adult DBS and Right to Work in the UK.
• Experience within Home First services and community OT.
• Experience working across health and social care systems.

Responsibilities

• Support hospital discharges and discharge planning for seamless transitions.
• Deliver reablement-focused OT interventions to promote recovery and independence.
• Complete comprehensive OT assessments in community settings.
• Collaborate with health and social care partners in multidisciplinary teams.
• Manage a community-based caseload and perform home visits across Dorset.
• Maintain accurate records and case documentation for outcomes.

Skills

Team collaboration

Discharge planning

Assessment skills

OT frameworks

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Home First Team

Locum Occupational Therapist in Home First Team, Wareham, Dorset, earning up to £35.00 per hour, hourly.

This ongoing full-time role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a leading community-focused service. With hybrid working available, this position combines flexibility and the opportunity to work in a beautiful part of the UK.

Perks and benefits:

• Embrace the best of both worlds with hybrid working options, allowing you to blend home comforts with office interactions.
• Dorset’s Countywide role means your workday could end with a sunset stroll along its stunning coastline.
• Enjoy the autonomy and variety that come from managing a community-based caseload.
• Embrace the satisfaction of contributing to positive health outcomes in a collaborative environment.
• As a locum, you’ll also relish the flexibility of choosing when and where you want to work. This role supports a healthy work-life balance, making every day feel rewarding.

What you will do:

• Support hospital discharges and discharge planning, ensuring seamless transitions for patients
• Deliver reablement-focused Occupational Therapy interventions that promote recovery and independence
• Complete comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments in community settings
• Collaborate effectively with health and social care partners, building relationships with multidisciplinary agencies and professionals
• Manage a community-based caseload and perform home visits across Dorset
• Contribute to positive health and care outcomes, maintaining accurate records and case documentation

Requirements:

• Degree in Occupational Therapy with HCPC registration
• Minimum 3 years of post-qualified UK Occupational Therapy experience
• Experience in hospital discharge pathways and reablement services
• Knowledge of Occupational Therapy frameworks and practice models
• Understanding of psychological and human development theories
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
• Access to a car and a willingness to travel across Dorset
• Enhanced Adult DBS and Right to Work in the UK
• Experience within Home First services and community Occupational Therapy
• Experience working across health and social care systems

Why choose Wareham, Dorset?

Nestled between the stunning Jurassic Coast and the serene Purbeck Hills, Wareham not only offers a gorgeous backdrop to your daily life but also boasts rich history and vibrant community spirit. Relish in outdoor adventures, charming cafes, and the friendly atmosphere that make this area a truly special place to live and work. Join us in Wareham and find your perfect life-work-balance!