We are delighted to announce two exciting opportunities for experienced and innovative Occupational Therapists to join the London Borough of Sutton.

In these roles, you will focus on reviewing moving and handling needs and assessing for optimal care.



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*Hours:

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* Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm - part-time options considered as well.




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*Rate of pay per hour:

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* £27 to £34


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*Start date:

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* 25/03/24


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*End date:

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* 4/06/24

Key Responsibilities:

- Conducting moving and handling assessments with extensive experience.
- Guiding and supporting the implementation of optimal care through robust risk assessment, positive risk-taking, and strength-based work.
- Enabling people to live more independently and promoting positive outcomes for residents while achieving savings through enabling optimal care.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate with residents, their families, care providers, and other professionals.
- Making recommendations for equipment and adaptations, including major/substantial adaptations to assist people in maintaining independence.
- Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Care Act, Housing Act, and safeguarding principles.

Requirements:

- Registered Occupational Therapist with experience in social care.
- Ability to work across the borough, completing targeted reviews and collaborating closely with the multidisciplinary team of Social Workers and Assessment Officers.
- Reporting to the Optimal Care Lead Occupational Therapist and receiving monthly supervision and guidance, as well as informal support.

Work Environment:

Sutton has embraced hybrid working.

While you will be required to be based in the office regularly and able to visit people face-to-face in Sutton, there will also be ample opportunities to work remotely.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the community and make a difference in the lives of residents in the London Borough of Sutton.



If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to know please get in touch with on 01772 208 961 or pop me a email to brett.smith@servicecare.org.uk