Occupational Therapy Assistant£30.81 per hour London Borough of HackneyHackney Council is strengthening its Occupational Therapy and Reablement services to tackle a significant backlog and improve access to timely, person-centred support. We are expanding our frontline workforce to increase capacity, reduce delays, and help residents receive the essential equipment, adaptations and support they need.We are seeking a committed Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join our Adult Social Care service and play a key role in delivering high-quality, strengths-based interventions.About the RoleAs an OTA, you will work under the supervision of qualified Occupational Therapists to:Carry out strengths-based OT assessmentsComplete reviews for residents receiving OT equipment or domiciliary careSupport the assessment and provision of specialist equipment and environmental adaptationsDeliver functional retraining, advice and interventions that promote safety and independenceIdentify risks and contribute to safeguarding processesAccurately record case notes and maintain high-quality documentationWork collaboratively with service users, carers and a wide range of professionalsYou will also support Hackney's growing Reablement Service, including:Reablement at Home - supporting residents discharged home with reablement potentialReablement Assessment Flats - providing short-term assessment accommodation at Rose Court and Leander CourtThis role is central to Hackney's ambition to move toward a Reablement First approach, offering short-term, independence-focused support to more residents.What We're Looking ForExperience completing OT or functional assessmentsStrong communication and partnership-working skillsAbility to manage a varied caseload and work independentlyKnowledge of the Care Act 2014, assistive technology and strength-based practiceUnderstanding of equipment, adaptations and the needs of adults with physical or sensory disabilitiesTrusted Assessor qualification (or willingness to obtain)Why Join Hackney?A service undergoing meaningful transformationSupportive, multi-disciplinary team environmentOpportunities for ongoing developmentMake a direct impact by helping reduce the borough's OT backlogContribute to pioneering reablement pathwaysReady to Make a Difference?If you're a motivated OTA or experienced support worker looking to step into a rewarding, developmental role - we'd love to hear from you.Apply now and help us deliver timely, independence-focused support to Hackney residents. Get in touch with QSW Talent Partner - Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.