Occupational Therapist (Adults) - Oxfordshire

Occupational Therapist (Adults) - South Team

Oxfordshire County Council | Didcot | £38ph Umbrella (£29.64 PAYE)

Caritas Recruitment is proud to be partnering with Oxfordshire County Council to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist for the Adult Social Care South Team, based in Didcot.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking local authority that is transforming Adult Social Care through its Delivering the Future Together programme. You'll be part of a supportive, innovative team committed to helping residents remain safe, independent and connected to their communities.

The Role

As an Occupational Therapist within the South Team, you will work with adults across South Oxfordshire, supporting people to maximise their independence and achieve their personal goals through a strengths-based approach.

Key duties include:

• Undertaking Occupational Therapy assessments within the community.
• Supporting adults to remain independent in their own homes.
• Working collaboratively with Social Workers, health professionals and partner agencies.
• Promoting wellbeing through creative, person-centred solutions.
• Recommending equipment, adaptations and assistive technology where appropriate.
• Advocating for service users and carers to ensure their voices are heard.
• Delivering high-quality assessments and interventions that achieve positive outcomes.

What's on Offer?

• £38 per hour Umbrella
• £29.64 per hour PAYE
• Full-time hours (37 hours per week)
• Monday to Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
• Friday: 9:00am - 4:30pm
• Hybrid working model
• Predominantly home and community-based working
• Office attendance once per week minimum
• Supportive team environment with regular supervision
• Excellent professional development opportunities

About You

To be considered, you will have:

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience working within Adult Social Care.
• Strong assessment and care planning skills.
• Experience undertaking community-based assessments.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice.
• Excellent communication and partnership-working skills.
• A passion for supporting adults to live independently and achieve positive outcomes.

Why Work with Caritas Recruitment?

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignment.
• Access to a wide range of local authority opportunities.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Simple registration and compliance process.
• Trusted recruitment partner to councils nationwide.

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