Occupational Therapist – Adult Social Care Team

Locum Occupational Therapist – Adult Social Care Team in Newham, London UK

Exciting opportunity for a Locum Occupational Therapist to join the Adult Social Care OT Team in Newham, London! Earn up to £36.00 per hour
with a flexible and ongoing contract offering full-time hours and hybrid working options. This position is perfect for those seeking to make a real impact in the community while enjoying the dynamic perks of locum work. Enhance your career while contributing to a significant Double Handed Care to Single Handed Care reduction project.

• Full-time, Hybrid working:
  Take advantage of the flexibility to work from home and the office, providing a balance that suits your lifestyle.
• Working from home equipment provided:
  Stay equipped and efficient in your home office to maintain your productivity levels.
• PPE available from the office:
  Ensure your safety and security while serving the community with the provision of necessary protective equipment.
• Enhanced DBS required:
  Engage in meaningful work confidently, knowing that all the necessary safety checks have been undertaken.
• Broaden your experience:
  Working within a reputable Adult Social Care OT Team broadens your skillset and enhances your professional journey.

• Complete outcome-focused Occupational Therapy assessments for adults.
• Undertake Double Handed Care to Single Handed Care reviews.
• Conduct complex moving and handling assessments and risk assessments.
• Develop strategies and moving and handling plans to maximise safety and independence.
• Assess individuals’ functional capabilities and identify barriers to independence.
• Recommend and provide specialist equipment solutions to promote autonomy.
• Support adults to remain safely within their home environments.
• Collaborate with families, carers, and informal support networks.
• Apply safeguarding principles and risk management strategies effectively.
• Maintain clear, defensible, and evidence-based records and reports.

• HCPC registration.
• Experience in Adult Social Care Occupational Therapy.
• Robust knowledge of assisting and moving practices and relevant legislation.
• Significant experience in moving and handling.
• Experience in reducing care packages and maximising independence.
• Proven track record of functional Occupational Therapy assessments.
• Strong clinical reasoning skills.
• Ability to manage an autonomous caseload.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• RCOT membership.
• Experience in Local Authority Adult Social Care services.
• Background in Double Handed Care reduction projects.
• Competence in undertaking complex community-based assessments.
• Experience in supporting service development initiatives.
• Car driver preferred but not essential.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant and diverse culture of Newham, a bustling borough in East London. With an exciting mix of history and modernity, Newham offers excellent transport links, vibrant communities, and proximity to iconic landmarks like the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Experience life in a district bursting with energy and potential, making it a fantastic place for professionals seeking both personal and career growth opportunities.

Expect adventure and opportunity around every corner in Newham, London!