Job Description:

Occupational Therapist – Adult Social Care | Leicestershire County Council

Leicestershire County Council is looking to recruit experienced Occupational Therapists to work across teams within the Adult Social Care OT Service. These roles are required to support increased demand caused by long-term sickness and current vacancies within the service, helping to reduce OT waiting lists and improve response times to urgent referrals.

The client offers supportive team structures, flexible working opportunities, and the chance to work within a busy and rewarding adult social care environment. This role is ideal for candidates with strong community OT experience and a passion for promoting independence and reablement.

Main Duties:

• Carry out Occupational Therapy assessments within the community and home environment
• Assess adults with a range of physical, functional, and complex needs
• Support timely responses to urgent referrals within Adult Social Care services
• Recommend and coordinate equipment, minor adaptations, and moving & handling solutions
• Promote independence and support service users to remain safely within their own homes
• Complete strengths-based and person-centred assessments in line with Adult Social Care legislation
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and partner agencies
• Maintain accurate case records and contribute to reducing waiting lists across the OT service
• Undertake risk assessments and support safeguarding procedures where required
• Support reablement and hospital discharge pathways where appropriate

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years post-qualified Occupational Therapy experience
• Previous experience working within Adult Social Care
• Experience completing community and home-based assessments
• Knowledge of equipment provision, adaptations, and manual handling
• HCPC Registration
• Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can assist)
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle preferred

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate (UMB)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Supportive and experienced management team
• Opportunity for contract extension
• Ongoing professional development
• Experience working within a well-established Adult Social Care OT service

Why Join Our Agency?
With over 10 years of experience in health and social care recruitment, we provide a dedicated and personalised service to all candidates. You will receive support from a specialist consultant throughout your placement, including assistance with compliance, DBS checks, and weekly payroll services.

To discuss this Occupational Therapist role or similar opportunities,contact Ella Hajittofis O'Mahony send your updated CV today.