Occupational Therapist

Job description
Occupational Therapist – Adult Social Care (Sensory Integration Specialist)

A local authority in Kirklees is looking to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their Adult Social Care team, supporting a specialist project focused on neurodivergence, emotional regulation, and sensory integration. The service is seeking an Occupational Therapist with an Ayres Sensory Integration qualification to support a cohort of individuals presenting with primary needs relating to neurodivergence and dysregulation.

This role will focus on strengthening care planning, identifying sensory and environmental needs, and implementing practical interventions that promote emotional regulation and reduce incidents of dysregulated behaviour. The successful candidate will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams, providers, carers, and support environments to develop strategies that improve outcomes and maintain safe, supportive placements.

Main Duties:

Undertake holistic Occupational Therapy assessments with a sensory integration and neurodivergence focus
Manage a caseload of approximately 20 individuals with complex behavioural and emotional regulation needs
Develop and strengthen person-centred care plans that support emotional regulation and independence
Identify and recommend appropriate sensory strategies, equipment, adaptations, and environmental techniques
Provide practical solutions and guidance to care providers to help prevent escalation of behaviours
Work collaboratively with multi-agency professionals, carers, and support staff
Support care environments to implement therapeutic approaches that reduce risk and improve wellbeing
Contribute to safeguarding processes and risk management where required
Maintain accurate case records, assessments, and reports in line with professional standardsRequirements:

HCPC registered Occupational Therapist with a recognised Occupational Therapy qualification
Essential: Ayres Sensory Integration qualification
Experience working with neurodivergent individuals and emotional/behavioural dysregulation
Experience in care planning, sensory-based interventions, and complex case management
Strong communication, assessment, and report writing skills
Enhanced & Barred List DBS check
Eligibility to work in the UK
Driving licence and access to a vehicle desirableBenefits:

Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
Supportive multi-disciplinary working environment
Flexible working opportunities
Competitive hourly rates
Opportunity to contribute to an innovative and developing specialist project
Why Join Our Agency?
With over 10 years of experience in social care recruitment, Ackerman Pierce offers personalised service and consistent support. Each candidate is assigned a dedicated consultant to assist throughout their placement. We offer a fast registration process, help with DBS checks, and guaranteed weekly payments.

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