Occupational Therapist - Adult Social Care – Bath & North East Somerset Council
Location: Bath, BA2 1RS
Rate: £38.29ph (Umbrella £30.00ph PAYE)
Contract: Initial 3 Months
Working Pattern: Hybrid, minimum 1 day per week in the office
Service Care Solutions are recruiting for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Adult Social Care Occupational Therapy Service at Bath & North East Somerset Council.
This role involves supporting adults with complex physical disabilities and long-term conditions to maintain independence within their homes and local communities through specialist assessment, equipment provision and adaptation recommendations.
Key Duties
- Moving and handling assessments
- Postural management and specialist seating assessments
- Equipment prescription and recommendations
- Housing reports and adaptation assessments
- Minor and major adaptations, including Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs)
- Mental Capacity Assessments and best-interest decisions
- Managing complex caseloads and working alongside multidisciplinary teams
Essential Requirements
- HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist
- Significant Adult Social Care Occupational Therapy experience
- Strong moving and handling and postural management skills
- Experience with housing adaptations and Disabled Facilities Grants
- Knowledge of the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rates
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Supportive multidisciplinary working environment
- Diverse and rewarding caseload
- £200 Candidate Referral Bonus
- £150 Sign-Up Bonus for New Candidates SC1
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