Occupational therapist - Perm - London

Posted 30 September 2022
Salary £24000 - £26000 per annum
LocationLondon
Job type Permanent
Discipline Community OTOccupational Therapy Jobs
Reference38891-2
Contact NameMAXXIMA PERMANENT

Job description

Maxxima’s permanent team are recruiting for an Occupational Therapist based in West London. This is an exciting opportunity to join a local authority in the heart of London.

As Occupational therapist you will provide a professional Occupational Therapy Service to physically disabled residents within the borough, to enhance independence, reduce dependency on care and manage risks associated with daily life activities.

Location: London

Employment Type: Permanent, Full time hours

Hrs: 37.5 hours a week Mon – Friday

What’s in it for you?

  • Salary: £24'000+
  • Competitive benefits
On a typical day you will:

  • Advise service users on all aspects of their daily life including information about community-based services, LD, Primary Care and Mental Health, as appropriate
  • Adapt the environment to suit the service user’s needs by recommending and ordering appropriate and cost-effective equipment and/or minor adaptations to the home
  • Use strength-based approach for assessment and OT support plan. Work creatively to meet the Service User’s needs.
What will you need to succeed in this role?

  • Diploma in Occupational therapy
  • HCPC registration
  • Proven experience of working with older and disabled people
  • The ability to undertake holistic assessments of service user’s and carer’s needs and establish their priorities
Unlock your potential:

If you are you looking for a new exciting challenge working for a local authority in the heart of London.

Why work with Maxxima?

The minute you register with Maxxima we make it about one thing: you. The first time we talk you'll realise we know your speciality inside out.

Our expert recruitment consultants are here to find you the very best opportunities and help you every step of the way in securing the best placement. We hold preferred or sole supplier status with many clients which means you'll have access to a range of opportunities that can't be found anywhere else.

With our team’s expert knowledge in healthcare we will help you through the interview stage with tips and advice and secure you your dream role.

We always act in your best interests, talking with you and listening to you. You're an individual. A professional; not a resource.

Reasonable adjustments

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement