Job Title: Occupational Therapist – Reablement Team
Location: Southampton
Pay Rate: Up to £36.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Liquid Personnel is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to provide short-term cover within the Reablement Team in Southampton.
This is a fantastic opportunity to deliver high-quality, person-centred occupational therapy services to adults with care and support needs, supporting their independence and wellbeing in the community.
You will play a key role in assessments, care planning, and interventions that enable individuals to live more independently, while working closely with colleagues across health and social care.
What will your responsibilities be?
1. Undertake occupational therapy assessments, care planning, and reviews to promote independence and daily living skills
2. Advise, teach, and support individuals and carers in overcoming disability and maximising independence
3. Recommend and provide equipment (standard and specialist) and advise on home adaptations
4. Liaise with colleagues in health, social care, and partner agencies to ensure coordinated support
5. Supervise and support OT Assistants and students as required
6. Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with statutory requirements, professional standards, and Council policies
7. Commit to safeguarding adults and uphold the Council’s Equality Policy
Qualifications & Experience:
8. Diploma or BSc in Occupational Therapy
9. HCPC Registration
10. Experience in a health or social care community setting
11. Ability to manage a demanding caseload, prioritising effectively
12. Strong communication, assessment, and problem-solving skills
13. Ability to travel within Southampton
Benefits:
14. Competitive hourly rate of up to £36.00
15. Opportunity to work in a dynamic, community-focused team
16. Make a direct impact on the independence and wellbeing of adults in Southampton
17. Referral Bonus: Recommend a qualified candidate and receive a referral bonus when they are successfully placed!
Why Liquid Personnel?
18. Free DBS and compliance service
19. Twice weekly payroll and ‘Faster Pay’ service, getting you paid more quickly
20. Access to exclusive roles that aren’t available from other agencies
21. Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal
22. Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge
23. Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK
24. “Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*
25. “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us *