Newly Qualified Occupational Therapist - Brent
Occupational Therapist – Newly Qualified / PO1 Level
📍 Location: Brent, London
💰 Pay Rate: £28.98 per hour
⏰ Hours: 36 hours per week
📅 Contract Type: Temporary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Newly Qualified Occupational Therapist to join a supportive Adult Social Care team as part of a structured 12-month preceptorship and development programme .
This role offers an excellent pathway for recently qualified practitioners to build their skills and confidence while delivering meaningful, person-centred occupational therapy interventions that promote independence, health, and wellbeing. Key Responsibilities
- Complete person-centred functional assessments under the Care Act to identify physical, sensory, cognitive, and psychological needs.
- Develop and implement short treatment plans to promote independence in daily living activities.
- Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team , providing an OT service to adults with physical disabilities, complex needs, or mental health conditions.
- Provide equipment, minor adaptations , and demonstrate safe use to clients and carers.
- Support with manual handling assessments and write appropriate care plans.
- Contribute to housing recommendations , including Disabled Facilities Grants and adaptation reports.
- Recognise and raise safeguarding concerns , and with support, undertake Section 42 enquiries following Making Safeguarding Personal principles.
- Apply the Mental Capacity Act and make best-interest decisions where appropriate.
- Participate in learning events, supervision, and training to develop knowledge and skills.
- Review interventions and ensure safe, effective outcomes for clients and carers.
- Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- HCPC registration (or pending).
- Interest in developing a career within Adult Social Care.
- Understanding of strength-based practice and the Care Act framework.
- Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to learning, reflection, and personal development.
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!
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