Sanctuary - Occupational Therapist Locum - Blackburn - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel; Blackburn (OK); On-site; USD 5,413,000 - 7,709,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Locum flexibility

Competitive pay

Professional growth

Community impact

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is recruiting a Senior Children’s Occupational Therapist for a locum post in Blackburn. You will support children and young people with complex disabilities, conducting assessments and coordinating equipment and housing adaptations in a social services setting.

The full-time, 4-month contract offers up to £36.00 per hour and the chance to grow professionally within multidisciplinary teams and the local community.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy with HCPC registration.
• Significant post-registration experience in Children’s Occupational Therapy.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.

Responsibilities

• Assess children and young people with complex disabilities in home and educational settings.
• Conduct functional/environmental assessments and recommend equipment/adaptations.
• Perform moving and handling assessments and develop safe plans for families.
• Evaluate need for housing adaptations; collaborate with teams to implement solutions.
• Liaise with families, schools, health professionals, and social care teams.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Report-writing

Education

Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Sanctuary – Occupational Therapist Locum

Salary Up to £36.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Job Title: Senior Children’s Occupational Therapist – Social Services Team
Specialism: Children’s Occupational Therapy
Location: Blackburn, Lancashire
Salary: Up to £36.00 per hour
Type: Full-Time, Ongoing, 4 months

Join an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a Senior Children’s Occupational Therapist within our dedicated Social Services Team in Blackburn. Utilising your experience and skills, you will provide vital support to children and young people aged 0-19 years with complex disabilities. This full-time role offers an attractive pay rate of up to £36.00 per hour based on experience, over a contract duration of 4 months. With a focus on professional growth and making a significant impact, you can enjoy the benefits of locum work and make this role uniquely yours.

Perks and benefits

• Locum Job: As a locum, enjoy the flexibility to choose assignments that fit your lifestyle while experiencing diverse work environments.
• Competitive Pay: Earn up to £36.00 per hour, a rewarding rate for your expertise and passion.
• Professional Growth: Enhance your skills through varied, real-world experiences and gain valuable insights from multidisciplinary teams.
• Community Impact: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young individuals and contribute to the local community’s wellbeing.

What you will do

• Assess children and young people with complex disabilities both at home and in educational settings.
• Conduct detailed functional and environmental assessments to recommend appropriate specialist equipment and adaptations.
• Undertake moving and handling assessments and develop safe, effective plans for families.
• Evaluate the need for minor and major housing adaptations, working closely with teams to facilitate suitable solutions.
• Liaise with families, schools, health professionals, and social care teams to ensure comprehensive care and support.
• Contribute actively to multidisciplinary assessments and meetings, providing valuable insights and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records and reports to ensure high-quality service delivery.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy with HCPC registration.
• Significant post-registration experience in Children’s Occupational Therapy, ideally focusing on children with physical disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and neurodiverse conditions.
• Proficiency with equipment provision and experience conducting moving and handling assessments, as well as housing adaptations.
• Strong knowledge of the Disabled Facilities Grant process and relevant legislation.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and report-writing skills, along with a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.
• Knowledge of housing and Disabled Facilities Grant legislation, experience managing complex adaptation cases, and any supervisory experience with junior staff.

Blackburn offers a vibrant and welcoming community, set amidst stunning Lancashire landscapes. The town provides a rich cultural heritage, diverse amenities, and excellent transport links. It’s a wonderful place to build both your career and life!