Occupational Therapist

Location-West Midlands
Duration- 12 weeks
Hours per week- 37 Hours
Pay Rate- 28.40
Hybrid Working

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a well-established Adult Social Care team in the West Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a preventative and person-centred service that empowers individuals to remain safe, independent, and connected within their communities.

This role offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement, with only one office-based day per week, alongside the opportunity to manage a varied caseload with a high level of professional autonomy and support.

As an Occupational Therapist, you will deliver high-quality assessments and interventions that promote independence and improve outcomes for adults with a range of physical health and functional needs.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Delivering comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments with a strong person-centred and strengths-based approach.
• Applying sound clinical knowledge of physical health conditions to inform assessment, intervention, and support planning.
• Managing and prioritising a diverse caseload independently, seeking supervision and support where appropriate.
• Assessing for and arranging minor equipment, specialist equipment, and major adaptations, including Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs).
• Completing moving and handling assessments and providing specialist guidance and recommendations.
• Contributing to rehousing assessments and reports where required.
• Signposting individuals and carers to appropriate support services and community resources.
• Maintaining accurate, timely, and comprehensive case records and documentation.
• Working collaboratively with individuals, carers, colleagues, and partner agencies to achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Applying a strong understanding of safeguarding principles, the Care Act, and relevant legislation within practice.

We are looking for a proactive and motivated Occupational Therapist who thrives in a community-based setting and is passionate about delivering high-quality services.

You will:

• Be confident working independently and managing your own workload.
• Demonstrate excellent assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Build positive relationships with service users, carers, and professionals.
• Work collaboratively as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team.
• Be committed to delivering positive, person-centred outcomes.
• Contribute to a positive team culture and support colleagues when needed.

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC Registration.
• Minimum of 2 years' post-qualifying Occupational Therapy experience.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

If you have 2 years PQE required in either LA/NHS) and this is the role for you we would love to hear from you.