Occupational Therapist Assistant – Supportive Community Role
Are you passionate about helping people maintain independence and safety in their own homes? Join our team as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in Newport and make a meaningful impact by supporting individuals and carers with tailored equipment and care solutions. This 10-week temporary role offers a fantastic opportunity to work collaboratively with health and social care teams in a dynamic, person-centred environment.
Job Details:
* Employment Type: Temporary (18/09/2025 – 27/11/2025)
* Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 09:00–15:00)
* Pay Rate: PAYE: £15.83 per hour | Umbrella: £20.17 per hour
* Location: Newport
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct assessments to identify the needs of individuals and carers for moving and handling or specialised transfer equipment to ensure safe care delivery at home.
* Develop comprehensive moving and handling plans and risk assessments to guide Care and Support teams, community health professionals, and domiciliary care providers (internal and external).
* Perform person-centred functional assessments and recommend equipment and low/medium-level home adaptations to enhance independence.
* Assess individuals’ circumstances regarding access to suitable parking to support the annual Disabled Parking Bay Scheme allocation panel.
* Collaborate with multi-agency teams to ensure cohesive delivery of care and support plans.
* Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with health, safety, and data protection policies.
What We Offer:
* A supportive team environment within Newport’s Housing and Communities division.
* Opportunity to empower individuals to live safely and independently in their homes.
* Training and development to enhance your skills in occupational therapy support.
* A meaningful role contributing to community well-being in Newport.
Requirements:
* Essential: Experience in conducting assessments for moving and handling or equipment provision in health or social care settings.
* Essential: Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with individuals, carers, and multi-agency teams.
* Essential: Knowledge of person-centred care, health and safety, and risk assessment processes.
* Desirable: Familiarity with Welsh social care policies or experience with home adaptations.
* Must have: Eligibility to work in the UK, Criminal Convictions Declaration, CV; Confidentiality Agreement required upon offer acceptance.
Apply Today! Ready to support independence and safety for Newport’s residents? Contact Network Recruitment Wales at 01443 230222 or visit to submit your application. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference!
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