28 occupational therapist jobs found

Occupational Therapist – Children & Young People’s OT Team We’re looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Children & Young People’s OT Team in a Local authority in South East London on a 6-month contract. You’ll support children and young people (0–18) with long-term physical or mental impairments, focusing on equipment provision, adaptations, and moving & handling. Key Responsibilities: Complete assessments for minor and major housing adaptations (including DFG recommendations) Prescribe equipment: profiling beds, hoists, stair climbers, shower chairs, safety beds, etc. Deliver moving & handling advice – from basic to complex (hoisting, sling assessments, slide sheets, single-handed care) Recommend safety equipment for behavioural needs or neurodiverse conditions Joint working with social workers, special schools, health OTs, and behaviour support teamsRequirements: Paediatric OT experience (or strong relevant background) Adaptations and...

Occupational Therapist  Adult Social Care Redbridge Council Pay Rate: Up to £39 UMB Contract: Full-time | Initial 3–6 months with potential for extension Redbridge Council is looking to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a well structured team.This team supports the recently implemented Discharge to Assess model. The client offers flexible working, a fair caseload, and professional development. This role is ideal for candidates seeking impact-driven work in adult social care and reablement services. Main Duties: Conduct home assessments across South Oxfordshire – own transport required Carry out bedside assessments in hospital settings Promote independence and support people on their reablement journey Complete Care Act assessments Assess individuals and carers with complex needs in the home environment Recommend and coordinate equipment and adaptations Undertake manual handling assessments Work in line with safeguarding procedures, promoting dignity and...

Occupational Therapist Adult Social Care Local Authority located in Newham Contract: Full-time | Initial 3–6 months with potential for extension A local authority located in North East London is looking to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a well structured team. The client offers flexible working, a fair caseload, and professional development. This role is ideal for candidates seeking impact-driven work in adult social care and reablement services. Main Duties: Experience required working with Adults Reviewing care packages and provision of moving and handling equipment. Complete Care Act assessments Assess individuals and carers with complex needs in the home environment Recommend and coordinate equipment and adaptations Undertake manual handling assessments Work in line with safeguarding procedures, promoting dignity and respectRequirements: Minimum 2 years post-qualified experience Previous experience as a community-based Occupational Therapist Manual...

Occupational Therapist Adult Social Care local authority located in Wandsworth Contract: Full-time | Initial 3–6 months with potential for extension Local authority located in Wigan is looking to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a well structured team. The client offers flexible working, a fair caseload, and professional development. This role is ideal for candidates seeking impact-driven work in adult social care and reablement services. Main Duties: Experience required working with Adults Reviewing care packages and provision of moving and handling equipment. Complete Care Act assessments Assess individuals and carers with complex needs in the home environment Recommend and coordinate equipment and adaptations Undertake manual handling assessments Work in line with safeguarding procedures, promoting dignity and respectRequirements: Minimum 2 years post-qualified experience Previous experience as a community-based Occupational Therapist Manual handling...

Senior Occupational Therapist – Adult Social Care – South London Contract: Full-time | Initial 3–6 months with potential for extension A local authority in South West London is looking to recruit an experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join their Adult Social Care team. The service promotes independence, resilience and wellbeing, supporting adults to achieve their goals and live life to the fullest. As a Senior OT, you will lead on complex assessments, provide supervision to colleagues, and support the development of high-quality, strengths-based practice across the team. Main Duties: Undertake and oversee complex Occupational Therapy assessments, including reablement and Care Act assessments Lead on discharge planning, equipment provision, and complex adaptations Leadership and supervision of up to 8 Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and Community Care Officers, ensuring professional governance and high service performance. Mentorship and role modelling,...

Specialist Occupational Therapist (Post‑16) - East London Location: East London Working Pattern: On‑site Contract Type: Temporary / Ad‑Hoc Pay Rate: from £35 per hour We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to support a Local Authority in East London by completing specialist OT assessments for post‑16 learners undergoing the Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment (EHCNA) process. You will provide clear, functional, and outcome‑focused EHCP advice, working closely with colleges, families, SEND teams, and wider professionals to inform high‑quality decision‑making. Key Responsibilities Complete statutory occupational therapy assessments for young people aged 16+ as part of the EHCNA process. Deliver timely, detailed, and measurable EHCP recommendations with a focus on functional skills, participation, and independence. Work collaboratively with colleges, families, BCIT, SEN Assessment Teams, and other multidisciplinary colleagues. Contribute to annual reviews...

Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist Location Hampshire (Hybrid / Community / Clinic Based) Contract Type Locum / Long-term rolling contract Rate £36 per hour umbrella Start Date ASAP Job Description An experienced Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist is required to support a specialist children's therapy service delivering assessments and interventions to children and young people with a range of developmental and functional needs. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team providing person-centred therapy programmes to support participation in daily activities across home, school and community environments. The role involves carrying a clinical caseload, completing assessments, producing reports and contributing to therapy planning in collaboration with families, schools and other professionals. Key Responsibilities Undertake paediatric occupational therapy assessments and interventions...

Job Alert - Occupational Therapist Reablement – Wiltshire Council Salary: £33.00 Per Hour Hours: 37 Hours Working Schedule: Monday to Friday Contract Length: 6 Months Location: Floor 2nd, County Hall - Main, BA14 8JN Job Details The candidate will be based in either Monkton Park, Chippenham, or County Hall Trowbridge, but working in Great Western Hospital, Swindon, and Royal United Hospital, Bath,. The role involves working in partnership with staff in GWH and RUH acute hospitals, supporting with hospital discharge planning into the Reablement Service. The ideal candidate must have experience of working in a fast paced and busy environment. Reablement is a short term, therapist led service aiming to prevent, reduce and delay the need for ongoing services. Reablement supports people to be as independent as possible and includes the provision of information and advice, analysis of needs, provision of equipment and adaptations and targeted assistance from a team of support...

Sutton 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 adults experience!...

Harrow are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join a well-structured and dynamic Front Door team. 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 Front Door Occupational Therapist includes; Conduct holistic occupational therapy assessments for adults presenting with new or changing care needs at the Front Door. Develop and implement person-centered intervention plans to support independence in daily living activities. Provide advice and recommendations on equipment, adaptations, and community resources to enable individuals to live safely at home. Work collaboratively with social care teams and partner agencies to facilitate timely access to services. Contribute to safeguarding adults and ensure all assessments and interventions comply with relevant...

Our client in Southampton  are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Community Occupational Therapist to join a well-structured and dynamic team. The client offers a full time and part 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 Community Occupational Therapist includes; Assessment of service users and carers with complex needs in relation to home environment 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 working as an Occupational Therapist in the community Manual handling experience...

Job Description Occupational Therapist – Adult Social Care A local authority located in Hackney is looking to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist to join an integrated community health and adult social care service. This role is ideal for an Occupational Therapist with strong experience in major adaptations, specialist equipment, and complex assessments, who is confident working autonomously while contributing to a supportive MDT environment.  Main Duties: Undertake holistic, person-centred Occupational Therapy assessments for adults with a range of health conditions Assess for and make recommendations for major adaptations and complex equipment, including preparing sketches, reading plans, and producing detailed specifications Complete manual handling assessments and provide safe moving and handling solutions Manage and progress complex cases, including planning, prioritising, and reviewing interventions Recommend and review simple and complex equipment, ensuring...

Job Title: Occupational Therapist (Band 6 associate/locum/self-employed) Part time to full time, minimum 3 days per week (18 hours minimum). Term time to full time contract, with a minimum of 38 weeks per year. Long term role. Ideally the candidate would reside in Hampshire or will be willing to relocate to this area. Farnborough / Basingstoke / Winchester / Southampton areas are covered by our team. Competitive pay rate/hour akin to current NHS salary bandings/ Opportunity to move into a salaried position may be offered at a later date. Job Summary: We are looking for a Band 6 paediatric OT to join our exciting and growing practice. Deliver assessments and treatment for children aged 2, right up to young adults, aged 25. Services are either delivered in the community in schools, or the client’s home, or in our clinic. We still occasionally deliver services online. The majority of our clients are on the autistic spectrum, many with sensory needs as well as learning...

Job Title: Occupational Therapists (OT) & Speech and Language Therapists (SLT) Location: Livingston Salary: Competitive Contract Rates (DOE) Contract: Flexible / Contract About the Role We are actively recruiting experienced and compassionate Occupational Therapists and Speech and Language Therapists on a flexible contract basis to support a growing and diverse client caseload. This is an excellent opportunity for clinicians seeking flexible working arrangements within a supportive, forward-thinking clinic model that work with children and young people presenting with a range of needs, including developmental delays, communication difficulties, neurodivergence, learning disabilities, and complex needs. Key Responsibilities * Deliver high-quality, evidence-based, person-centred assessment and intervention * Manage and prioritise a clinical caseload independently * Develop clear, functional therapy goals in collaboration with clients and families...

Job Description: Occupational Therapists URGENTLY NEED ACROSS VARIOUS LOCATIONS EAST AND NORTH LONDON, SOUTH WEST ENGLAND, HAMPSHIRE, MIDLANDS £37.00-43.00 per hour (Umbrella) Community-based with some hybrid working Here at Tempest Complex Care, we are looking for a HCPC registered Occupational Therapists up to TEAM LEAD/ADVANCE LEVEL. To work within Adults and Children alongside clients of ours based in the mainly in EAST & NORTH LONDON, SOUTH WEST ENGLAND, HAMPSHIRE AND THE MIDLANDS. You will be needed on an ongoing/full time basis, Degree/Diploma educated and have access to a car. As always with our roles, this is a real opportunity to make a difference - so please get in touch asap

Job Title:                                  Head of Adult Social Care Contract Length:                       3-month initial interim contract Location:                                  South-East of England local authority Working arrangements:           Full-time Pay rate:                                   £500 per day IR35 Status:                             Inside of IR35   Baltimore Consulting are working with a South-East of England based Local Authority in their search for an experience adult social care professional to lead both operationally and strategically their access front door and complex needs services. Should you be interested in this role or if you are able to recommend anyone for this post, you can respond to this email or call James Withington on (phone number removed).   Your duties for this position: Reporting to the Assistant Director of Adults, you will lead the directorates access front door and complex need’s function, providing effective leadership to...

Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Eastbourne East Sussex - Educational Psychologist - Education - Psychology - Learning Support Assistant - Special Needs Are you motivated by supporting and helping others? At term time teachers, we are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support children with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and associated challenging behaviours. You will be joining a friendly, energetic and creative team! The school: This school is located in Eastbourne and caters for children aged 3-19 with a wide range of additional needs. Children may have additional sensory impairments, physical difficulties or challenging behaviour. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to 'get your foot in the door' and work closely with the therapists, enabling you to expand your knowledge, skillset, and gain relevant practical experience, which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Educational Therapist. Also, an ideal opportunity for...

Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Kent Kent - Educational Psychologist - Education - Psychology - Learning Support Assistant - Special Needs Are you motivated by supporting and helping others? At term time teachers, we are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support children with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and associated challenging behaviours. You will be joining a friendly, energetic and creative team! The school: This school is located in Tunbridge Wells and caters for children aged 3-19 with a wide range of additional needs. Children may have additional sensory impairments, physical difficulties or challenging behaviour. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to 'get your foot in the door' and work closely with the therapists, enabling you to expand your knowledge, skillset, and gain relevant practical experience, which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Educational Therapist. Also, an ideal opportunity for...

Aspiring Educational Psychologist - East sussex East sussex - Educational Psychologist - Education - Psychology - Learning Support Assistant - Special Needs Are you motivated by supporting and helping others? At term time teachers, we are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support children with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and associated challenging behaviours. You will be joining a friendly, energetic and creative team! The school: This school is located in Eastbourne and caters for children aged 3-19 with a wide range of additional needs. Children may have additional sensory impairments, physical difficulties or challenging behaviour. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to 'get your foot in the door' and work closely with the therapists, enabling you to expand your knowledge, skillset, and gain relevant practical experience, which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring Educational Therapist. Also, an ideal opportunity...

SENCO Opportunity (Non- Teaching) A Warm, Inclusive, Forward‑Thinking Primary School Tower Hamlets Temp to Perm Daily rate from £220-£270 ASAP Start A fantastic non‑teaching leadership role for an experienced and passionate SEN professional A thriving three‑form entry primary school with a warm, community‑centred ethos is seeking an exceptional non‑teaching SENCO to lead and elevate SEND provision across the school based in Tower Hamlets. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who thrives in a supportive environment, values strong relationships, and is committed to ensuring every child receives the personalised support they deserve. About the School Environment A diverse, vibrant setting with a rich SEND profile, including pupils with ASD, ADHD, Speech & Language needs, and a high proportion of EAL learners. Genuinely supportive Senior Leadership Team who champion inclusion and value the SENCO's expertise. Hosts a warm, collaborative atmosphere where staff feel...