• We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Occupational Therapist to join the Reablement Team on a full-time basis.

• This role involves working collaboratively with individuals to promote independence and improve quality of life through short-term, strengths-based interventions.

• The post holder will manage a varied caseload including complex and challenging cases, within a supportive multidisciplinary environment, delivering high-quality assessments, reablement plans, and advice in line with statutory responsibilities and national legislation.

• Undertake complex occupational therapy assessments to develop and deliver personalised reablement plans

• Coordinate reablement support for customers with complex needs, ensuring goals are reviewed and interventions adapted accordingly

• Conduct moving and handling risk assessments and demonstrate safe techniques to clients and carers

• Assess for and recommend both minor and major home adaptations, including through the Disabled Facilities Grant process

• Provide professional supervision to junior occupational therapists and customer coordinators

• Support carers in their caring role and assess their needs in line with Care Act eligibility

• Maintain high-quality records and contribute to reports, including for court/tribunal settings

• Promote the use of universal services and community-based resources

• Engage in professional development, supervision, and performance reviews

• Participate in safeguarding adults procedures and investigations as required

• Minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification experience in adult services

• Significant knowledge of relevant legislation (Care Act, Housing legislation, etc.)

• Experience in delivering occupational therapy in reablement or community-based settings

• Strong skills in moving & handling assessments and safe risk-taking

• Ability to manage a complex caseload and reprioritise according to service needs

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and report writing skills

• Experience in supervising other professionals or students

• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders

• Fully fluent in spoken and written English

• Confident in using IT systems and Microsoft applications

• Experience in intermediate care or safeguarding roles

• Experience supervising staff formally or offering training

• Familiarity with Disabled Facilities Grant processes

• Knowledge of the local voluntary and community sector

• The closing date: 31/08/2025 @23:45.

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist with a recognised degree or diploma.

• Enhanced DBS check required.

• Must hold a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use.