Occupational Therapy Assistant

Occupational Therapy Assistant: Adults, Health & Communities – Adult Social Services
Location: Haringey N22
Salary: £23.71 UMB per hour (£17.54 PAYE)
Contract: Full time  - 36 hours per week - initially 12 weeks - potential to extend

Support independence. Change lives. We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapy Assistant to join the London Borough of Haringey in their Adult Social Services team. This is a rewarding frontline role where you will support adults with physical disabilities to live safely, independently and with dignity in their own homes and communities.
Working under the supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist, you will carry out assessments, recommend equipment and adaptations, and provide practical advice and support that makes a real difference to people’s everyday lives.

About the role As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will:

• Assess the functional abilities, strengths and needs of adults with physical disabilities
• Support service users to set person-centred goals that promote independence and wellbeing
• Assess for and recommend equipment and minor/major home adaptations to reduce risk and improve daily living
• Carry out carers’ assessments and reviews, recognising and supporting the needs of informal carers
• Provide advice, guidance and practical support using strengths-based and evidence-informed approaches
• Identify safeguarding concerns, complete basic risk assessments and refer appropriately
• Maintain accurate, timely case records using council IT systems (including Mosaic)
• Manage your own caseload effectively, prioritising work to meet service targets
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies including health, housing and voluntary services

About you You will have:

• Experience working with people with disabilities (paid or unpaid)
• A good understanding of how disability impacts individuals and their independence
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive professional relationships
• The ability to work independently, manage your workload and meet deadlines
• Good IT skills and confidence with case recording systems
• A commitment to equal opportunities, safeguarding and person-centred practice

A driving licence and the ability to speak an additional community language are desirable but not essential.

If this sounds like you, please contact me today. You can do this via email: Nicola.mansfield@servicecare.org.uk or via phone: 01772 208964.
We offer a referral bonus of £250 and so if you know someone who would be great for this role, please do pass on my details. (t's & C's apply)