Occupational Therapist - Social Services Team in Birmingham, West Midlands

Occupational Therapist – Social Services Team

Job Title: Occupational Therapist – Social Services Team
Specialism: AHP – Occupational Therapy
Location: Birmingham, UK
Salary: £31.97 per hour
Contract Type: Ongoing Locum
Working Pattern: Part-Time / Full-Time

Role Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist to join the Social Services Team within Adult Social Care in Birmingham. This ongoing locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £31.97 and flexible working options including part-time or full-time hours.

Working as part of Birmingham’s Adult Social Care service, you will support adults with physical disabilities, frailty, and long-term conditions, helping them maintain independence and safety within their homes. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality occupational therapy interventions that promote wellbeing and independence across the community.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible Working Options: Choose between part-time or full-time hours to suit your lifestyle and commitments.

• Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn £31.97 per hour while maintaining flexibility and professional autonomy.

• Professional Development: Access ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your occupational therapy practice.

• Varied Caseload: Work with a diverse range of service users, allowing you to develop and expand your clinical expertise.

• Supportive Team Environment: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including social workers, physiotherapists, and housing professionals.

What You Will Do

• Undertake comprehensive occupational therapy assessments for adults within the community.

• Assess functional ability, mobility, and environmental risks within service users’ homes.

• Recommend minor and major adaptations, specialist equipment, and assistive technology to support independence.

• Develop and implement rehabilitation and independence-focused intervention plans.

• Work collaboratively with social workers, physiotherapists, housing teams, and other health professionals.

• Provide guidance on manual handling, moving and handling plans, and risk assessments.

• Support hospital discharge pathways and help prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.

• Maintain accurate case records and documentation in line with council policies and procedures.

• Ensure compliance with statutory duties under the Care Act 2014 and safeguarding frameworks.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.

• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

• Experience within Adult Social Care or community occupational therapy services.

• Strong assessment, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Why Work in Birmingham?

Birmingham offers the perfect combination of vibrant city living and welcoming communities. With a thriving cultural scene, excellent transport connections, and proximity to the beautiful West Midlands countryside, Birmingham provides an ideal environment to grow both professionally and personally while making a meaningful impact in the community.

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