Locum Occupational Therapist - adults and children with physical and learning disabilities
Role will be based in Harrow
* As an Occupational Therapist within Harrow, you will work with adults and children with physical and learning disabilities, using a strengths-based, preventative model to enable independence and support positive outcomes.
* You will manage a varied caseload across Harrow, completing holistic assessments, recommending adaptations and equipment, and collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams.
Key elements of your role will include:
* Providing high-quality assessments and interventions focused on independence, safety, and wellbeing.
* Recommending and commissioning equipment, minor/major adaptations, and moving & handling plans.
* Working collaboratively with partners including HART, equipment suppliers, voluntary organisations, and health colleagues.
* Offering expert advice as part of our OT Duty rota, screening referrals and supporting professionals and the public.
* Ensuring safeguarding concerns for vulnerable adults and children are responded to urgently and appropriately.
* Maintaining accurate case records and contributing to team performance, service development, and clinical standards.
* Supporting OT students where required and actively engaging in CPD.
About You
We’re looking for an Occupational Therapist who is proactive, reflective, and committed to best practice. You will bring:
Essential:
* A recognised Occupational Therapy qualification.
* HCPC registration.
* Understanding of key legislation including the Children Act 1989, Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Manual Handling Regulations, and Disability Discrimination legislation.
* Strong assessment, communication, interpersonal and analytical skills.
* Ability to work independently, manage your own caseload, and contribute positively to a multidisciplinary environment.
* Confidence in advising on moving & handling, equipment solutions, and environmental adaptations.
* Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in all areas of practice.
* Enhanced DBS clearance.
* UK driving licence and access to a car.
Desirable:
* Experience within a Local Authority or NHS setting.
* Ability to work flexibly, including occasional work outside standard hours.