Occupational Therapist

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Job Description

Occupational Therapist

Salary: £25-£30 (negotiable)

Location: Salisbury

Contract Type: Temporary, Full-time

Start Date: As soon as possible


About the Role

We are working in partnership with an NHS service to recruit a dedicated and motivated Occupational Therapist to join a supportive therapies discharge team.


This role offers the opportunity to work autonomously within community settings, supporting service users in their own homes to maximise independence, wellbeing, and recovery through evidence-based occupational therapy interventions.


Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver person-centred, evidence-based occupational therapy assessments and interventions for older adults with mental health conditions.
  • Manage and prioritise a varied caseload, using strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills.
  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, liaising with internal colleagues and external agencies.
  • Support service users to identify goals, plan care, and review outcomes, promoting independence and recovery.
  • Work safely and autonomously within service users’ homes, adhering to risk management and lone-working policies.
  • Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure compliance with data protection requirements.
  • Demonstrate commitment to continuous professional development (CPD) and reflective practice.
  • Supervise occupational therapy students or junior staff once competencies are achieved.


Essential Requirements

  • Current HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist
  • A clear interest in working with older adults with mental health conditions and/or dementia
  • Knowledge and application of evidence-based practice
  • Strong time management skills and ability to work independently
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Knowledge of mental health policy and government strategies relating to older adults
  • Understanding of medication used in older adult mental health care
  • Confident use of IT systems and understanding of information governance


If you’re an Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the lives of older adults, we’d love to hear from you.

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Location:
Salisbury
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Healthcare

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