Sutton - Senior OT - Adult social care HYBRID £39PH

Senior Occupational Therapist - Adult Social Care

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Location: Sutton, SM1 1EA
Rate: £39.00 per hour
Working Pattern: Hybrid - 2 days remote, 3 days office/visits

We are currently recruiting for a dynamic and autonomous Senior Occupational Therapist to join the Adult Social Care OT Hub in Sutton.

The successful candidate will manage a caseload involving moving and handling, equipment and adaptation needs, helping residents maximise their independence and achieve their desired outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare for and work with individuals, families, carers, groups and communities to assess their needs and circumstances.
Plan, carry out, review and evaluate social work practice with individuals, families, carers, groups, communities and other professionals.
Support individuals to represent their needs, views and circumstances.
Manage and be accountable, with supervision and support, for your own professional practice.
Carry out strengths-based Occupational Therapy assessments and make recommendations to promote independence.
Recommend major and minor adaptations, including DFG-related work, and prescribe assistive equipment.
Assess complex moving and handling needs and implement safe practices.
Work on the OT Duty Desk, screening referrals and addressing immediate OT needs.
Complete housing reports and void visits.
Work within and in accordance with Adult Social Care policies and procedures.
Demonstrate professional competence and maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding requirements.

Requirements

Degree or equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy.
Current HCPC registration.
Minimum 2 years' Occupational Therapy experience.
Experience in major adaptations/DFG processes and complex moving and handling.
Ability to travel across the borough by car or public transport.

Benefits of Working with Eden Brown Synergy

DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy.
Referral bonus for successfully referring a colleague or friend.
Bonus for finding your own job.
Twice-weekly payroll.
Dedicated recruitment consultant supporting you throughout your job search and employment. If you are interested, please send your up-to-date CV to Shristi Yadav at or call (phone number removed).

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. xgikmsk

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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.

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