50 occupational therapist jobs found in Manchester

My Client in Tameside are offering a fantastic opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to gain experience within childrens services. You will have the training and support to carry out the duties required. Due to the nature of the job, our client offers negotiation on a full time or part time contract with a fair and manageable caseload and further training in your portfolio. The vacancy will be for an initial 3 - 6 months with potential for extension. Main Duties for the Paediatric Occupational Therapist includes; Provide advice, treatment and management to address the children and family’s needs, based on sound clinical reasoning. Support in the development of training packages to school staff / parents / other professionals as required Support them in identifying concerns regarding the child /young person’s needs and implement therapy advice effectively. To Be Successful  Previous experience working as an Paediatric Occupational Therapist but will accept candidates with...

Occupational Therapist – Rehousing Team Location: Manchester Rate: £35 per hour Umbrella/£30.79 PAYE Contract: Ongoing Contract Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm Service Care Solutions are recruiting for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a Local Authority Rehousing Team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity to support residents with disabilities, long-term health conditions, and complex needs by carrying out housing and functional assessments and providing recommendations to support rehousing applications. Key Responsibilities Undertake functional and housing needs assessments. Assess how disabilities and health conditions impact an individual's ability to live safely and independently within their home. Provide professional recommendations to support rehousing decisions. Complete detailed assessment reports and maintain accurate records. Work collaboratively with housing teams, social workers, and healthcare professionals. Support residents...

Occupational Therapist – Blue Badge Team Location: Manchester (Local Authority) Rate: £32 per hour Umbrella Contract: 3-Month Ongoing Contract Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm Service Care Solutions are recruiting for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a Local Authority Blue Badge Team in Manchester. The successful candidate will undertake mobility and functional assessments for Blue Badge applicants, reviewing medical evidence and determining eligibility in line with Department for Transport guidance and local authority procedures. Key Responsibilities Carry out mobility and functional assessments for Blue Badge applications. Review medical records and supporting evidence. Produce clear, evidence-based assessment reports and recommendations. Communicate outcomes professionally and sensitively to applicants. Maintain accurate records and case notes. Work closely with council departments and healthcare professionals. Ensure assessments comply with...

Our client Manchester city council is looking for an Occupational Therapist - Senior Assessment Officer to join their team. Key Role Descriptors: The role holder will work to provide direct support for service users and their families in accordance with statutory responsibilities and local and national policies and procedures in order to secure positive outcomes for the customer. The role holder will work with City Council colleagues, partner agencies and stakeholders to effectively manage and plan for present and future risk situations of service users. The role holder will assess and plan person-centred packages to meet the individual needs of service users to promote their independence. The role holder will supervise and develop students and trainees and actively contribute to the development of other staff.Key Role Accountabilities: Develop and manage a relationship to support service users and their families in line with statutory obligations through complex decision...

Key Responsibilities Carry out holistic assessments of children and young people with disabilities in their home environments. Asses, recommend and provide specialist equipment to support daily living and independence i.e. specialist seating, moving and handling, bathing and toileting. Assess for and contribute to home adaptations, ensuring environments are safe, functional, and fit for purpose. Work closely with families and carers, providing guidance, reassurance, and practical support. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary professionals across Council services Health (e.g., NHS colleagues) Education providers Partner and voluntary agencies Contribute to care planning, ensuring interventions are child-centred and outcome-focused

Accept and take responsibility for referrals in respect of the Early Intervention team. Take responsibility for own caseload. Assess for suitability for reablement programmes and write the programmes as appropriate. Assess and recommend equipment and adaptations and Assistive Technology solutions. Maintain accurate, comprehensive and contemporaneous documentation, in line with legal and service requirements. Undertake peer clinical Supervision groups of unqualified staff under the guidance of the manager. Provide assessment, treatment and management of babies, children, adolescents and adults who present diverse and complex physical, developmental and learning needs. Be aware of legislation and policies affecting Occupational Therapy in adults and children's services practice. Provide a specialist response in complex cases, formulating and implementing intervention plans aimed at reducing the impact of disability, increasing independence for children and adults in their own homes...

Our client Tameside metropolitan borough council is looking for an Occupational Therapist to join their Children with Disabilities team. This role sits within a dynamic Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team, supporting children and young people with complex needs to maximise their independence, safety and participation within their home environments and wider community. The postholder will deliver high quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions, with a strong focus on functional independence, safety, and improving outcomes for children and their families. A key aspect of the role is undertaking specialist housing and environmental assessments, identifying the need for adaptations to enable children to access essential facilities within their homes. This includes working with families to understand their individual circumstances and ensuring that recommendations are person-centred, proportionate and aligned with best practice. The Occupational Therapist will work...

Community Occupational Therapist £35.00 per hour | Cheshire East Overview I am currently recruiting for a Community Occupational Therapist to work with my client across the East of Cheshire, covering Macclesfield, Wilmslow, Disley, High Legh and Knutsford. You will be managing a varied community caseload across both adults' and children's services, supporting individuals to maximise their independence through high-quality occupational therapy interventions. This is a hands-on role involving regular community visits and office attendance for team meetings, so you'll need to enjoy working collaboratively while managing your own workload. Your responsibilities will include completing moving and handling assessments, Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) assessments, Blue Badge assessments, and recommending appropriate equipment and adaptations. You'll work closely with colleagues and partner agencies to deliver person-centred support across the community. Flexibility around working...

Occupational Therapist – Prevention & Early Intervention Location: Walsall Council Rate: £28.40 per hour (West Midlands MOC Cap) Working Pattern: Hybrid – Community-based with 1 office day per week Make a Real Difference in Adult Social Care Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist looking for your next opportunity in Adult Social Care? Walsall Council is seeking a motivated Occupational Therapist to join its Prevention & Early Intervention Team, supporting adults aged 18+ with physical disabilities to maximise their independence and improve their quality of life. This is a rewarding community-based role where you'll use a person-centred, strength-based approach to deliver preventative interventions that reduce risk, promote wellbeing, and help people remain safe and independent within their own homes. If you enjoy autonomous working while being part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, we'd love to hear from you. The Role As an Occupational Therapist, you...

Community Occupational Therapist £34.00 per hour | South Lakes, Cumbria Overview I am currently recruiting for a Community Occupational Therapist to work with my client in the South Lakes area of Cumbria, covering Kendal, Sedbergh and the surrounding areas. You will be joining a supportive Adult Social Care team, managing a varied community caseload with a focus on helping adults remain safe, independent and living well in their own homes. This is a rewarding role where you'll work autonomously while receiving strong support from an experienced multidisciplinary team. Your responsibilities will include completing holistic and functional assessments, moving and handling assessments, recommending equipment and adaptations, completing seating assessments, and supporting hospital discharges and admission prevention. You'll work closely with health professionals, reablement services and partner agencies to deliver person-centred care. This is a hybrid position with a flexible...

Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist Location: North Northamptonshire Hours: 37 hours per week Rate: £39 per hour We are looking for an experienced and motivated Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist to join our clients team in North Northamptonshire. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to take a lead role in delivering high-quality rehabilitation and discharge planning services, helping patients regain independence and return home safely. Key Responsibilities Lead occupational therapy assessments and rehabilitation programmes for patients admitted primarily from acute hospital settings. Carry out access visits to patients' homes to assess the need for minor adaptations and specialist equipment to support safe discharge. Manage a varied caseload while providing leadership and delegation to Therapy Assistants. Support the wider Discharge to Assess pathway by accepting referrals as required. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams...

Occupational Therapist Location: Thackley Green Specialist Care Centre, North Northamptonshire Hours: 37 hours per week About the Role We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our team at Thackley Green Specialist Care Centre. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting patient recovery and enabling safe, timely discharges from hospital settings. You will lead therapeutic assessments and rehabilitation for patients transitioning from hospital into our service, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) to deliver person-centred care and achieve positive outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead comprehensive therapy assessments and rehabilitation programmes for patients admitted from hospital Conduct home access visits to assess the need for minor adaptations and equipment Effectively manage your own caseload, prioritising and planning interventions to meet patient needs Delegate tasks appropriately to...

Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Occupational Therapist at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust to join the Rapid Response & Intermediate Care (RRIC) Teams across Buckingham and Marlow. In this rewarding community-based role, you will be responsible for delivering active case management programmes for patients with complex needs, ensuring person-centred interventions are tailored to meet individual requirements. You will work closely with Advanced Community Practitioners to support workload allocation across the team, coordinate care plans, and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, timely care. Working collaboratively with a range of healthcare professionals, you will demonstrate expertise in leadership, care planning and coordination, medicines management, and the delivery of effective care and treatment to support patients in the community. Main duties of the job As a Specialist Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for...

Our client Oxfordshire county council is looking for an Occupational Therapist to join their South Adult social care team. About the role: We are currently recruiting Occupational Therapists for the South Adult Social Care Team, based in Didcot and covering the South Oxfordshire area. We understand the importance of work-life balance and are committed to flexible working arrangements, offering both full-time and part-time positions. Our Agile Working Policy provides genuine flexibility, enabling you to benefit from both office-based and hybrid working to suit your needs. Applications are reviewed as they are received, so early submission is advised-exceptional candidates may be invited for interview before the official closing date. Within our team, you will be empowered to develop bespoke solutions that help people achieve their individual goals and outcomes. You will enjoy autonomy in your role, the freedom to innovate, and robust support from experienced leaders, regular...

Occupational Therapist - Adult Social Care £38.00 per hour | Didcot, Oxfordshire Overview I am currently recruiting for an Occupational Therapist to work with my client in Didcot, Oxfordshire. You will be joining a supportive Adult Social Care team, carrying out community-based assessments to help adults remain safe and independent in their own homes. This is a varied role with a strong focus on person-centred practice, rehabilitation and promoting independence. Your responsibilities will include completing functional and Care Act assessments, recommending equipment and adaptations, carrying out moving and handling assessments, and working closely with Social Workers and other healthcare professionals to achieve the best outcomes for service users. The majority of your time will be spent working from home or completing community visits, with office attendance required a minimum of once per week. The contract is 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 9:00am-5:00pm and Friday...

Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Occupational Therapist in Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust to join the Occupational Therapist Wheelchair Service at Amersham Hospital. You will be responsible for performing an advanced wheelchair clinician role, working with adults and children who have severe disabilities and complex health, social, mobility, and postural needs. You will provide specialist advice and support to therapists, nurses, and colleagues within the Trust and across other organisations, as well as collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including health professionals, social services, and education staff to ensure appropriate mobility and seating provision is integrated into each individuals care and education programme. Main duties of the job As a Specialist Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for supporting and deputising for the Team Lead when required, ensuring continuity of leadership within the service. You will...

My client in Barnet is offering a fantastic opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to gain experience within childrens services. You will have the training and support to carry out the duties required. Due to the nature of the job, our client offers negotiation on a full time or part time contract with a fair and manageable caseload and further training in your portfolio. The vacancy will be for an initial 3 - 6 months with potential for extension. Main Duties for the Paediatric Occupational Therapist includes; Provide advice, treatment and management to address the children and family’s needs, based on sound clinical reasoning. Support in the development of training packages to school staff / parents / other professionals as required Support them in identifying concerns regarding the child /young person’s needs and implement therapy advice effectively. To Be Successful  Previous experience working as an Paediatric Occupational Therapist but will accept candidates with adults...

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Reablement Occupational Therapist to join a well-structured and dynamic team in Harrow. Due to the nature of the job, our client offers a full time contract with a fair and manageable caseload and further training in your portfolio. The vacancy will be for an initial 3 - 6 months with potential for extension. Main Duties for the Reablement Occupational Therapist includes; Use OT expertise to assess for the implement, evaluate and review Reablement and support plans, for service users and carers. These plans will enable S.U to achieve maximum independence in their own homes, within the context of asset based conversations.  To provide a broad range of support to clients who have physical or mental health problems, learning difficulties, other dependencies or who are elderly and frail. To Be Successful  Previous experience working as an Occupational Therapist in Reablement  HCPC Registration Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)...

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Senior Occupational Therapist to join a well-structured and dynamic team in Windsor and Maidenhead. The client offers a full time contract with an opportunity to work from home , a fair and manageable caseload and further training in your portfolio.  The vacancy will be for an initial 3 - 6 months with potential for extension. Main Duties for the Senior Occupational Therapist includes; Assessment of service users and carers with complex needs in relation to home environment Review bed rails and produce new risk assessments which have been provided to service users  Providing expert advice, and assessments for equipment and home modifications Adaptations, moving and handling assessments and reducing or minimising the need for care packages. An awareness of the importance of safeguarding vulnerable people, plus an understanding of n the importance of dignity & respect when dealing with people. To Be Successful; Previous experience...

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Reablement Occupational Therapist to join a well-structured and dynamic team in Wiltshire. Due to the nature of the job, our client offers a full time contract with a fair and manageable caseload and further training in your portfolio. The vacancy will be for an initial 3 - 6 months with potential for extension. Main Duties for the Reablement Occupational Therapist includes; Use OT expertise to assess for the implement, evaluate and review Reablement and support plans, for service users and carers. These plans will enable S.U to achieve maximum independence in their own homes, within the context of asset based conversations.  To provide a broad range of support to clients who have physical or mental health problems, learning difficulties, other dependencies or who are elderly and frail. To Be Successful  Previous experience working as an Occupational Therapist in Reablement  HCPC Registration Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)...