Occupational Therapist at Civic… · Walsall

3 Months Contract with a Local Authority

Umbrella - £28.40 per hour - Umbrella

Job Purpose

As an Occupational Therapist, you will provide professional Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions for adults, young adults, children, carers, and individuals with learning disabilities or mental health needs. You will promote independence, wellbeing, choice and control through strengths-based practice and person-centred care.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Undertake Occupational Therapy assessments for adults, children and carers.

• Complete assessments for young adults transitioning into Adult Social Care.

• Support service users with learning disabilities and mental health needs.

• Recommend and implement appropriate interventions to promote independence.

• Carry out functional assessments and reviews.

• Work within safeguarding procedures for children and adults.

• Develop person-centred support plans and recommendations.

• Liaise with families, carers, health professionals and partner agencies.

• Maintain accurate case records, reports and assessment documentation.

• Work in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and professional standards.

• Promote strengths-based practice, personalisation and independence.

• Contribute to multi-disciplinary working and partnership approaches.

Essential Experience Required

• Qualified Occupational Therapist.

• HCPC Registration.

• Experience undertaking Occupational Therapy assessments.

• Experience working within Adult Social Care.

• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs.

• Experience working with Learning Disabilities and/or Mental Health.

• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and legislation.

• Strong assessment, report writing and case management skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload.

• Strong communication and partnership-working skills.

Additional Information to Note

• Working Hours: 37 hours per week.

• Monday to Friday.

• 08:45 - 17:15 - Hybrid Working.

• Walsall

• Minimum 2 days per week in the office.

• Driver Required.

• HCPC Registration Required.

• Experience within Complex OT services desirable.

• Experience with Young Adults, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health and Children's assessments desirable.

• DFE Form must be uploaded with all submissions.

• Supplier Submission Deadline: 19th October 2026.

• We work on bi-weekly payment schedule.

• Apply ASAP.