Occupational Therapist
Full-time, 37.5h/week
Salary of £43,900/year
Romford
Are you a compassionate, HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist, either newly qualified or with significant post-qualification experience?
Do you value holistic, personalised therapy and want to support patients to achieve real improvements in their daily functioning and independence?
Are you motivated to work within a team that values collaboration, empathy, and meaningful engagement with patients?
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join a supportive, multidisciplinary team in a serene, countryside setting. The role offers the opportunity to work in an environment that actively promotes wellbeing and recovery, combining personalised therapy with evidence-based interventions. You will play a key role in helping patients regain independence, confidence, and a fulfilling daily life.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients’ physical, cognitive, emotional, and environmental needs to identify barriers to daily living.
- Develop and implement individualised, evidence-based treatment plans addressing functional goals, including self-care, work, education, and leisure.
- Recommend and provide adaptive equipment and environmental modifications, training clients on their effective use.
- Deliver therapy through both individual and group sessions, using therapeutic exercises, sensory integration, and coping skills training.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and liaise with caregivers, documenting progress, adjusting care plans, and advocating for clients within healthcare and social support systems.
- Support patients’ dignity, wellbeing, and overall recovery through compassionate care and engagement in meaningful activities.
Candidate Requirements
- BSc (Hons) or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
- Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Prior experience in an Occupational Therapy setting; experience in specialist areas such as neuro-rehabilitation is desirable.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to build therapeutic relationships and use effective coaching and counselling techniques.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills to navigate complex or challenging situations with empathy.
- Resilience and adaptability, with the capacity to work in a physically, emotionally, and sensory demanding environment.
Salary Package & Benefits
- Competitive salary with opportunities for career progression.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus an additional day for your birthday.
- Free on-site parking and subsidised meals.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Flexible benefits, including access to healthcare plans, gym memberships, and IT equipment.
- Support for professional development, including training, leadership pathways, and sponsorship for qualifications.
- Recognition schemes, including long-service awards and referral bonuses.
Contact Details:
For more information or to apply, please contact Aleksandra Siedlecka at Compass Associates: [email protected]
Recommendations:
Compass Associates is acting as a recruitment consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £200 John Lewis voucher for any successful referral we place into this or another permanent role.
