Occupational Therapist – Adult Social Care
Contract Length: 6 months
Hours: 36.2 hours per week
Pay Rate: £25–£30 per hour (depending on experience)
Working Pattern: Hybrid
Location: Halifax, West Yorkshire
Role Overview Pertemps are recruiting experienced Occupational Therapists to work within Adult Social Care in Calderdale. The role focuses on reviewing care packages, applying manual handling expertise, and implementing single-handed care where appropriate.
Key Responsibilities
1. Review existing care packages to promote independence and safe practice
2. Use specialist manual handling skills to reduce care needs where possible
3. Implement single-handed care plans when appropriate
4. Work in line with the Care Act 2014 and relevant policy guidance
5. Contribute to community-based adult therapy services
Essential Requirements
6. Degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy
7. HCPC registration
8. Full UK driving licence
9. Significant knowledge of the Care Act (2014) and community care legislation
10. Experience working within an adult therapy setting
11. Strong understanding of best practice in adult social care
Why work through Pertemps?
By applying through Pertemps, you’ll benefit from:
12. A dedicated consultant with access to roles nationwide and available whenever you need support
13. A simple online registration process
14. Attractive referral schemes and incentives
15. Ongoing compliance fully managed for you
16. Prompt and reliable payroll
17. …and much more!
To discuss this role in more detail, please contact Freya Joseph on 07471 306880 or email .