Occupational Therapist – Islington

Occupational Therapist – Islington Council
💷 £32.02 per hour | Hybrid working | Ongoing contract

Pertemps are recruiting an experienced Occupational Therapist to join Islington Council’s Adult Social Care service. This is a hybrid role with a mixed caseload of adults and paediatrics, offering flexibility and the chance to make a real impact across diverse service areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload with a range of complexities.
• Act as care coordinator, ensuring person-centred approaches are followed.
• Complete Mental Capacity Assessments in line with the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
• Apply the Care Act 2014 throughout all casework.
• Work collaboratively with service users, carers, and professionals to manage risk while supporting independence.
• Promote personalisation and self-directed support, helping to validate support plans and identify unmet needs.
• Provide advice and consultancy to colleagues, NHS partners, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records and input data in line with council policy.
• Participate in urgent response systems when required.
• Safeguard the welfare of vulnerable adults and ensure best practice at all times.

Requirements:
✅ Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent).
✅ Experience working with adults in social care or voluntary sector.
✅ Skilled in assessing needs and knowledge of available services.
✅ Strong understanding of legislation, including the Care Act 2014 and MCA 2005.

Why work through Pertemps?
By applying through Pertemps, you’ll benefit from:

• A dedicated consultant with access to roles nationwide and available whenever you need support
• A simple online registration process
• Attractive referral schemes and incentives
• Ongoing compliance fully managed for you
• Prompt and reliable payroll
• …and much more!

📞 To discuss this role in more detail, please contact Freya Joseph on 07471 306880 or email Freya.joseph@pprsocialcare.co.uk.