Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist focuses on care needs, and opportunities for single‑handed care.

What the role involves

• Care needs, and opportunities for single‑handed care.
• Apply advanced manual handling knowledge to prescribe, demonstrate, and implement suitable moving and handling equipment, assistive technology, and adaptations.
• Care coordinators to plan, trial, and implement safe reductions in double‑handed care where appropriate.
• Provide expert training, guidance, and risk management advice to carers, families.
• Support staff in the safe use of equipment and handling techniques.
• Ensure all interventions uphold least restrictive practice principles, promoting independence and dignity while maintaining safety.

Skills and requirements

• Qualified and HCPC‑registered Occupational Therapist with a solid background in community practice, rehabilitation, and manual handling.
• Extensive knowledge and practical experience in manual handling and equipment provision.
• Care agencies, and other professionals to achieve positive outcomes.
• Understanding of least restrictive practice principles and how these relate to independence, dignity, and safeguarding.

Confirmed role details

• Contribute to a more efficient, compassionate, person-centred care system.
• Twice weekly payroll and ‘Faster Pay’ service, getting you paid more quickly.