About the Role/Responsibilities:
We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) to join a busy Adults Services team in Purbeck, Dorset. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled OT looking to manage a varied caseload, undertake complex assessments, and support adults to maintain independence within their own homes and communities.
Key Responsibilities
Complete Occupational Therapy assessments from the locality waiting list across Purbeck.
Undertake OT reviews and reassessments as directed by the service.
Assess, recommend, and arrange appropriate equipment and minor adaptations.
Complete Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) assessments and prepare recommendations for major adaptations.
Carry out complex moving and handling assessments, including detailed risk assessments.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, attending peer forums to provide professional advice, support, and case guidance.
Participate in the weekly OT Duty rota, screening and prioritising new referrals and allocating waiting list grading levels.
Liaise with service users, families, health professionals, housing providers, and multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive outcomes.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Enhanced Adults DBS (we can obtain for you)
Eligibility to work in the UK
SWE (HCPC) Registered
Degree in Occupational Therapy
3 years post qualified experience within the UK
Have access to a car and be willing to travel
Knowledge and experience in the application of relevant theoretical frameworks, practice models, research findings and the application of psychological and human development theories.
Desirable Experience
Local Authority Occupational Therapy experience
Community-based adult services
Housing adaptations and accessibility assessments
Manual handling and complex care packages
Care Act assessments and multidisciplinary working
📍 Based at Westport House, Wareham
🏢 Minimum 2 days per week in the office
🚗 Community visits undertaken throughout the week
Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates
Salary description
£32.00 - £35.00 per hour