Band 6 – Occupational Therapist – London
- London
- Temporary
- Full-time
Band: 6
Location: London, Greater London
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Rate: Competitive — details to be discussed upon applicationWe are seeking a proactive and experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our client in London, Greater London. This role is ideal for someone passionate about rehabilitation and discharge planning within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions for patients on Pathway 2 and support assessments for Pathway 3.
- Work closely with care home teams, social care, primary care, mental health services, and Continuing Healthcare (CHC) to ensure seamless patient care.
- Promote a Home First ethos, aiming to support patients in returning to their original place of residence whenever possible.
- Where discharge home is not feasible, conduct holistic assessments to determine the most appropriate onward placement in collaboration with patients and their families.
- Contribute to discharge planning and rehabilitation goals, ensuring timely and safe transitions of care.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in line with professional and legal standards.
- BSc (Hons) or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist
- Experience in rehabilitation, discharge planning, or community-based care
- Strong communication and coordination skills within multidisciplinary teams
- Understanding of the Home First model and discharge to assess pathways
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We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to your needs. You’re more than a resource — you’re a valued professional.Reasonable AdjustmentsIf you consider yourself to have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please contact our team at the earliest opportunity. We will ensure you receive the appropriate support throughout the process and into your placement.Important NoticeWe are unable to support or accept applications from candidates residing in countries on the Red or Amber list, as defined in the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England (based on the World Health Organization’s Workforce Support and Safeguard List).