Occupational Therapist - Social Services Moving & Handling Team in Scunthorpe, South Humberside

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Job Title: Occupational Therapist – Social Services Moving & Handling Team
Location: Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire
Pay Rate: £39.00 per hour
Contract: Ongoing Locum
Hours: Full-Time (Part-Time Considered)

We are seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join the Moving & Handling Team within Social Services in Scunthorpe. This ongoing locum role offers a highly competitive hourly rate of £39.00 and the flexibility to work full-time or part-time. If you are passionate about delivering personalised and impactful support, we’d love to hear from you.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible working options: Full-time with part-time considered to support work-life balance

• Competitive pay: £39.00 per hour, recognising your expertise

• Locum benefits: Enjoy flexibility in how you structure your work and assignments

• Professional growth: Work within a dynamic and supportive Social Services environment

• Continuous development: Access ongoing training and evidence-based practice updates

Role Purpose

To deliver high-quality occupational therapy interventions aligned with North Lincolnshire thresholds, ensuring people receive tailored and timely support. You will also play a key role in promoting independent living, developing staff competencies, and driving innovation within therapy services across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and support the competency development of low-level prescribers

• Assist with budget oversight by identifying and reporting risks in line with council procedures

• Collaborate with external partners within the Disabled Facilities Grant process

• Provide expert clinical advice and guidance on moving and handling practices

• Design and deliver specialist training to diverse staff groups

• Support team managers and colleagues through coaching and mentoring to drive performance and service improvement

• Contribute to the promotion of the Independent Living Service across North Lincolnshire

• Keep up-to-date with evidence-based practice and share knowledge across the service

Applicant Requirements

• HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist

• Minimum 2 years’ experience within a relevant specialism

• Car driver preferred (not essential)

• Strong knowledge of moving & handling best practice and assistive solutions

• Ability to deliver teaching, coaching and professional guidance

Why Scunthorpe?

Scunthorpe offers a friendly and welcoming community, rich industrial heritage, and excellent access to both countryside escapes and lively cities. It’s a location that supports a fulfilling lifestyle and offers opportunities for professional impact and personal wellbeing.

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