Senior Occupational Therapist - Social Services Team in Beverley, North Humberside

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Senior Occupational Therapist – Social Services Team

Location: Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, UK
Salary: £34.21 per hour
Contract Type: Locum | Full-Time | 7.5-hour shifts | Initial 3-month contract

Empower Independence. Transform Lives.

Take the lead in driving impactful change as a Senior Occupational Therapist in the vibrant town of Beverley. This locum opportunity offers a competitive £34.21 hourly rate, along with the flexibility of full-time work and the support of a skilled and collaborative social services team.

This role is ideal for an experienced OT ready to influence frontline service delivery while mentoring others in a dynamic setting that values both professional autonomy and teamwork.

Why Join Us?

• Full-Time Stability: Enjoy the structure of consistent hours within a flexible locum arrangement.

• High Earning Potential: Secure a competitive hourly rate, reflecting your senior-level expertise.

• Career Growth: Work in a setting that fosters ongoing development, supervision opportunities, and complex case exposure.

• Broad Professional Network: Build strong working relationships across interdisciplinary teams and social care networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored, client-focused occupational therapy interventions aimed at promoting independence and improving quality of life.

• Provide supervision and support to Disability Resource Team staff, including OT Assistants, helping develop their practice and confidence.

• Assess complex cases to recommend major/minor housing adaptations that enable safe, accessible living environments.

• Offer professional advice and training on core and specialist equipment to service users, carers, and professionals.

• Prescribe, demonstrate, and monitor the use of moving and handling equipment to meet complex functional needs.

• Facilitate timely hospital discharges by ensuring appropriate care and environmental adjustments are in place.

• Lead and deliver reablement programmes designed to support recovery and maximize independence post-crisis.

• Conduct independent mobility assessments for Blue Badge eligibility and ensure all documentation aligns with legal criteria.

What We’re Looking For

• HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist

• Proven experience in a local authority or social care setting, handling complex caseloads and reablement-focused interventions.

• Skilled in functional assessment, equipment prescription, and discharge planning.

• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.

• A car driver with a valid UK licence to ensure flexibility in service delivery across multiple sites.

Why Beverley?

A gem in the East Riding of Yorkshire, Beverley combines historic charm with modern convenience. From its famous Beverley Minster to vibrant weekly markets, it offers a high quality of life with excellent transport links, beautiful countryside, and a strong community spirit—making it a delightful place to live and work.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is an award-winning, trusted recruiter for healthcare and social care roles. With an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating and a commitment to placing candidates in positions that match their skills, values, and lifestyle, we ensure you get the support, opportunities, and respect you deserve.

Ready to lead change and make an impact?
Apply now and take the next bold step in your occupational therapy career.

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