Full job descriptionOccupational Therapist
from £39,152 to £45,091 per annum pro rata
Bournemouth
Part-Time
Permanent


Join Our clients Team as an Occupational Therapist – Make a Real Difference
Our client is excited to offer a rewarding opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to become part of their dedicated multi-disciplinary team working within their Intermediate Care Services.
The role will be primarily based at Coastal Lodge, a 36-bed unit providing short-term rehabilitation and reablement support to help individuals regain independence and return home.
With links to the community based reablement service and working collaboratively with therapy, nursing and medical colleagues from community health services, there are opportunities for continued professional development and variety of occupational therapy experience.
What you’ll do
*Delivering high-quality therapy services to clients transitioning from hospital care.
*Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, including Care Staff, Therapists and Social Workers, to review therapy pathways, set goals, and plan discharges.
*Supporting care staff at Coastal Lodge to deliver personalised care aligned with each client’s therapy objectives.
*Offering expert advice across our clients services, including complex moving and handling, equipment recommendations, minor adaptations, and targeted interventions.
*Assessing and managing risks in partnership with clients, their families/carers, and other professionals involved in their care.
*Participate in multi-disciplinary clinical supervision and training opportunities.
What you need
*Registered with the HCPC as an Occupational Therapist.
*Professional qualification in Occupational Therapy (Diploma or Degree).
*Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
*Excellent communication and team-working skills.
*Valid UK driving licence and use of own vehicle.
Part-time – 22 hours per week


Who is our client?
They provide high quality care and support to older people; people with physical and learning disabilities; people with mental health needs; dementia; carers and clients’ families. This extends to respite care for families and carers.
They operate services across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, ranging from Residential Homes, Day Services, Supported Living sites and Reablement Home Care.
What they offer
*Generous Holiday Allowance: 31 days (pro-rata for part-time) excluding statutory bank holidays, rising to 34 with length of service.
*Occupational Sick Pay: They offer an enhanced occupational sick pay scheme from your very first day with us, ensuring you’re cared for when you need it most.
*Career Progression: excellent opportunities to develop and learn.
*Employee Assistance Programme: They offer a confidential, free of charge, support network. This service offers a 24/7 helpline and vital wellbeing services to support you whilst at work.
*Company Contributory Pension Scheme: we contribute 3%
*Morebus Commuter Club: offering exclusive discounts on bus fares.
*Blue Light discount eligibility (superb discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more)


Take the first step towards a fulfilling career with our client. They can’t wait to welcome you to their team!