Locum Occupational Therapist
10 days ago
Sheffield
Locum Occupational Therapist – Adult Social Care Location: Flexible / Hybrid (Local Authority based) Rate: £30–£50 per hour Contract: Locum (Full-time, part-time considered) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 We are currently working with a forward-thinking Local Authority to appoint an experienced Locum Occupational Therapist to support their Adult Social Care service during a period of increased demand. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-structured team focused on delivering high-quality, person-centred interventions that enable individuals to live independently and safely within their communities. The Role You will be responsible for delivering high-quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions across a varied caseload. This includes supporting adults with complex needs, implementing care plans, and working collaboratively with wider multi-disciplinary teams. You will play a key role in promoting independence, reducing risk, and ensuring appropriate provision of equipment and adaptations in line with legislative frameworks. Key Responsibilities • Undertake strengths-based assessments under the Care Act, • Complete functional assessments and recommend appropriate equipment and adaptations, • Manage a varied caseload, including complex cases, • Work collaboratively with social workers, housing teams, and health colleagues, • Contribute to safeguarding processes where required, • Ensure accurate and timely case recording Essential Criteria • Qualified Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration, • Experience working within Adult Social Care in a local authority setting, • Strong understanding of the Care Act and relevant legislation, • Experience completing moving and handling assessments, • Ability to manage a busy caseload independently Desirable Experience • Experience working with Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs), • Knowledge of housing adaptations and major works, • Previous experience in community-based roles, • Familiarity with local authority case management systems Why Join? • Flexible working arrangements, • Competitive hourly rates, • Supportive and collaborative team environment, • Opportunity to make a real impact in the local community If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity or would like a confidential conversation about the market, please get in touch.