Our client is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to support children and young people with a range of physical, sensory, and developmental needs in Walsall. The role involves specialist assessments, equipment provision, and managing complex housing adaptations through DFG pathways.
Working Pattern: Hybrid – 2 days per week in the office. Touchdown office space is available Monday to Friday between visits.
Key Responsibilities
1. Complete comprehensive children’s OT assessments, including functional, sensory, and environmental evaluations.
2. Develop and implement intervention plans to support independence, participation, and safety.
3. Provide expert advice and recommendations on moving & handling and specialist equipment.
4. Carry out DFG assessments and manage complex Disabled Facilities Grant applications in line with legislation and housing requirements.
5. Work collaboratively with families, therapy teams, education services, housing services, and social workers.
6. Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to multi-disciplinary planning.
Required Experience & Knowledge
7. Degree / Diploma in Occupational Therapy (essential).
8. Experience completing children’s OT assessments.
9. Strong understanding of sensory needs.
10. Demonstrable experience in moving & handling and prescribing specialist equipment.
11. Knowledge of DFG legislation, housing standards, and managing complex DFG cases.
12. Must be a driver.
Referral Bonus: Know an OT who may be interested? Refer them and earn a bonus when they start!
Why Liquid Personnel?
13. Free DBS and compliance service
14. Twice weekly payroll and ‘Faster Pay’ service, getting you paid more quickly
15. Access to exclusive roles that aren’t available from other agencies
16. Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal
17. Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge
18. Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK
19. “Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*
20. “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us *