Adult Social Care Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist Adult Social Care Local Authority located in Wigan

Contract:

Part-time | 18.5 hours per week | Initial 3–6 months with potential for extension

A local authority located in Wigan is looking to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Early Intervention Team on a part-time basis (18.5 hours per week).

This role focuses on early intervention, prevention, and timely assessment to reduce the need for long-term care and support. The successful candidate will work within a supportive local authority team, completing assessments and recommending practical solutions to promote independence and wellbeing.

Main Duties:
Complete Care Act 2014 assessments within an Early Intervention framework
Undertake community-based Occupational Therapy assessments
Identify preventative interventions to reduce escalation of care needs
Recommend and arrange appropriate equipment and minor adaptations
Promote independence through strength-based and proportionate assessments
Work collaboratively with social workers, health professionals, and partner agencies
Ensure all work is completed in line with safeguarding procedures
Maintain accurate and timely case recording

Requirements:
Minimum 2 years post-qualified experience
Previous experience as a community-based Occupational Therapist
Strong understanding of the Care Act 2014
Experience working within Early Intervention or preventative services (desirable)
HCPC Registration
Enhanced DBS/CRB (assistance available)
Eligibility to work in the UK
Ability to work effectively within a local authority setting

Benefits:
Part-time working (18.5 hours per week)
Supportive Early Intervention team environment
Flexible working arrangements where applicable
Professional supervision and support
Opportunity to contribute to preventative, impact-driven work

Why Join Our Agency?

With over 10 years of experience in social care recruitment, Ackerman Pierce offers a personalised service with ongoing consultant support. We provide a fast registration process, DBS assistance, and guaranteed weekly payments.

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