Social Services Occupational Therapist

Location Croydon
Job type Contract
Salary £38 per hour
Consultant Reece Golding
Call +44 333 7000 020
Reference 231374

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Exciting opportunity for a Social Services Occupational Therapist within Social Services in Croydon, South London! Earn £38 hourly in this ongoing role. Full time and part time will be considered. Step into the heart of Croydon where your skills can truly make a difference in the community. With an attractive hourly rate, this locum position is perfect for those seeking flexibility and variety in their career.

Perks and benefits:

  • Full-time and part-time options mean you can mould your work-life balance to fit your needs, creating a truly rewarding lifestyle.
  • Dive into locum work where every day can be refreshingly different, perfect for those who thrive on variety and challenge.
  • Enjoy the freedom to make a real impact in the lives of clients, while enhancing your own professional growth and experience.
  • You'll also connect with a vibrant network of professionals, enriching both your personal and professional life.


What you will do:

  • Undertake home visits to complete assessments and follow up on recommendations made by Occupational Therapy staff in the locality teams. This involves making recommendations and arranging provision for major adaptations and complex equipment.
  • Prepare sketches, read plans, and provide detailed specifications for major works. Liaise with relevant partner agencies, teams, and contractors and see adaptations through to completion.
  • Utilise your knowledge and experience of specialist equipment provision and major adaptations.
  • Engage in manual handling of people and handle relevant equipment, applying up-to-date moving and handling skills and knowledge of relevant legislation in Social Care and Health.


Requirements include:

  • Registration with the HCPC.
  • At least 2 years of experience.
  • Car driving skills are preferable to facilitate travel to client homes.


Croydon is a dynamic and vibrant area in South London, offering a mix of bustling town life and serene green spaces. Living and working here gives you the best of both worlds, with excellent transport links to central London and a thriving cultural scene to enjoy in your downtime. Join us in transforming the lives of the people of Croydon, while enjoying all that this lively borough has to offer.

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