Adult Social Care Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist Adult Social Care Local Authority located in Wigan

Contract: Part-time | 18.5 hours per week | Initial 3–6 months with potential for extension

A local authority located in Wigan is looking to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Early Intervention Team on a part-time basis (18.5 hours per week).

This role focuses on early intervention, prevention, and timely assessment to reduce the need for long-term care and support. The successful candidate will work within a supportive local authority team, completing assessments and recommending practical solutions to promote independence and wellbeing.

Main Duties:
Complete Care Act 2014 assessments within an Early Intervention framework
Undertake community-based Occupational Therapy assessments
Identify preventative interventions to reduce escalation of care needs
Recommend and arrange appropriate equipment and minor adaptations
Promote independence through strength-based and proportionate assessments
Work collaboratively with social workers, health professionals, and partner agencies
Ensure all work is completed in line with safeguarding procedures
Maintain accurate and timely case recordingRequirements:
Minimum 2 years post-qualified experience
Previous experience as a community-based Occupational Therapist
Strong understanding of the Care Act 2014
Experience working within Early Intervention or preventative services (desirable)
HCPC Registration
Enhanced DBS/CRB (assistance available)
Eligibility to work in the UK
Ability to work effectively within a local authority settingBenefits:
Part-time working (18.5 hours per week)
Supportive Early Intervention team environment
Flexible working arrangements where applicable
Professional supervision and support
Opportunity to contribute to preventative, impact-driven workWhy Join Our Agency?

With over 10 years of experience in social care recruitment, Ackerman Pierce offers a personalised service with ongoing consultant support. We provide a fast registration process, DBS assistance, and guaranteed weekly payments.

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