OccupationalTherapist

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist with expertise in major adaptations, complex equipment, and manual handling? Redbridge Council is seeking a highly skilled Occupational Therapist to join its integrated Adult Social Care and Community Health Service. Working within a locality-based multidisciplinary team, you will manage a varied caseload of complex and standard cases while helping residents maintain independence and improve their quality of life. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive service offering regular supervision, flexible working opportunities, and collaborative multidisciplinary working. The Role: Working across locality clusters within Redbridge, you will undertake complex Occupational Therapy assessments, develop person-centred support plans, and provide specialist recommendations for equipment and adaptations. You will play a key role in supporting adults with a wide range of health conditions, ensuring interventions are practical, effective, and promote independence. What will your responsibilities be? Complete complex Occupational Therapy assessments and reviews Assess for and recommend major adaptations and specialist equipment Produce detailed specifications, plans, and sketches for adaptation works Undertake manual handling assessments and provide risk management solutions Work collaboratively with service users, carers, housing teams, and MDT professionals Review equipment and adaptations to ensure safety and effectiveness Maintain accurate records, assessments, and reports Manage and prioritise a varied caseload effectively Qualifications & Experience: Degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration Extensive experience assessing for major adaptations and complex equipment Strong knowledge of manual handling and risk assessment Experience preparing adaptation specifications, reading plans, and producing sketches for major works Knowledge of Adult Social Care legislation and housing legislation Experience working w