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Occupational Therapist

Ackerman Pierce Ltd
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 3BU, England

Salary

£34 - £38 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

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  • Somerset is seeking an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join their dynamic team on a full-time basis.
  • The position offers a salary of £35,000 per year and requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in Adult Social Care.
  • The role involves conducting OT assessments in the community, providing expert advice on manual handling, and making recommendations for adaptations.
  • Candidates must hold an Occupational Therapist qualification, HCPC registration, and an Enhanced DBS/CRB, which can be obtained through the agency.
  • The initial contract is for 3 to 6 months with the potential for extension, and benefits include additional training opportunities and free onsite parking.

Somerset are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join a well-structured and dynamic team. The client offers a full-time contract with an opportunity to work from home, a fair and manageable caseload and further training in your portfolio. The vacancy will be for an initial 3 - 6 months with potential for extension.

Main Duties for the Occupational Therapist includes.

  • Working within our neighbourhood community teams carrying out OT assessment in the community.
  • Complete recommendations for DFG's,
  • Complete complex moving and handling assessment and housing options assessments.
  • Provide expert advice and intervention regarding complex manual handling situations.
  • Experience of functional assessment experience of working with people with disabilities/vulnerable people.
  • Providing expert advice, and assessments for equipment and home modifications.
  • Recommending adaptations.
  • An awareness of the importance of safeguarding vulnerable people, plus an understanding of the importance of dignity & respect when dealing with people.

To Be Successful.

  • Previous experience working as an Occupational Therapist in the community.
  • Experienced Adult Social Care OT required with minimum of 2 years' experience.
  • Previous experience working with adaptations.
  • Specialising in Single handed care/ complex moving and handling.
  • Manual handling experience.
  • HCPC Registration.
  • Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you).
  • Eligibility to work in the UK.
  • Occupational Therapist Qualification.

Benefits of Working with Somerset.

Our client offers the opportunity for additional training for both perm and temporary members of staff within the authority. With new projects underway in various teams, they offer a very competitive rate of pay. Also, free onsite parking is offered to all staff.

Why Join Our Agency?

With over 10 years' experience recruiting directly into social care, Ackerman Pierce prides itself on the unique services we deliver to our candidates. Each candidate is assigned their own personal consultant who will support them through every placement. We also offer a DBS and a quick and easy registration process. Not forgetting a guaranteed payment into your account every week.

To discuss this Occupational Therapist vacancy, or any similar roles we have available, please contact Ella Hajittofis or email us your updated CV today!

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