Occupational Therapist (Grade J)

Job title: Occupational Therapist (Grade J)
Job Category: Social Care Qualified
Location: 2 Bristol Avenue, Colindale, London, London, NW9 4EW, Barnet Council
Hours Per Week :37.00
Pay : : £29.06 per hour

Typically 1–2 days on site, with additional attendance for training and service needs.
Full time candidates only.
Must have
Enhanced DBS
Must have
HCPC Registration
Driving Licence

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our Adult Social Care team on a full time basis. This post is suitable for an OT with extensive local authority social care experience, able to work autonomously and manage a complex caseload.
Key Responsibilities
• Undertake Care Act–compliant comprehensive OT assessments for adults aged 18+ with disabilities
• Apply sound clinical reasoning to assess risk, promote independence and support safe outcomes
• Prescribe simple and complex equipment, including completing associated risk assessments
• Complete Manual Handling assessments and provide clear, appropriate moving and handling recommendations
• Assess for and recommend major adaptations in line with statutory criteria
• Refer for and contribute to Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) processes where appropriate
• Take part in duty triaging on a rota basis, including screening referrals, responding to urgent matters and prioritising cases appropriately
• Maintain accurate, timely and professional case recording
• Work collaboratively with service users, carers, health professionals, housing teams and partner agencies
Essential Requirements
• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Substantial and recent experience in Adult Social Care (local authority setting)
• Proven experience completing:
o Care Act assessments
o Risk assessments
o Manual Handling assessments
o Simple/ Complex Equipment provision
• In depth knowledge of:
o Major adaptation eligibility criteria
o Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) processes
o Equipment provision criteria
• Ability to manage a complex caseload independently
• Available to work full time (essential)
Important Information for Agency Applicants
Only candidates with clearly evidenced Adult Social Care OT experience and full time availability will be considered.
Please ensure all submissions meet all essential criteria before applying.