Housing Occupational Therapist - North London

Housing Occupational Therapist – North London Salary: £42,414 - £50,691Location: Middlesex, North LondonHours: Full-time (36 hours) or Part-time (18 hours)The London Borough of Harrow is looking for an experienced Housing Occupational Therapist to join its Housing Service. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in improving the lives of disabled residents by carrying out specialist assessments, recommending housing adaptations, and promoting independence through person-centred practice.Working within a strengths-based framework, you will assess disabled adults and their carers, design cost-effective adaptation schemes, and provide expert advice to housing colleagues. You will also contribute to housing applications and allocations, assess the suitability of properties, influence the design of new-build homes to meet Lifetime Homes Standards, and undertake complex Carers' Assessments in line with the Care Act 2014.This is a varied and rewarding role requiring regular travel across the borough to complete home visits, property assessments, and visits to equipment stores. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.Key Responsibilities\n

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• Assess disabled residents and carers for major and minor housing adaptations.
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• Complete complex Occupational Therapy and Carers' Assessments under the Care Act 2014.
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• Design practical and cost-effective adaptation schemes to maximise independence.
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• Advise on housing applications, allocations, and property suitability.
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• Provide specialist guidance and training to housing colleagues.
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• Influence the design of accessible new-build properties in line with Lifetime Homes Standards.
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• Prepare high-quality assessment reports and recommendations.
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• Deliver and fit low-level equipment where appropriate.
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• Manage a complex caseload while maintaining excellent professional standards.
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Requirements\n

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• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
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• HCPC registration.
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• Experience completing housing adaptation assessments within a local authority setting.
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• Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014, housing legislation, and disability adaptations.
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• Experience managing complex cases and producing detailed assessment reports.
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• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
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Why work through Pertemps? By applying through Pertemps, you’ll benefit from:\n

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• A dedicated consultant with access to roles nationwide and available whenever you need support
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• A simple online registration process
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• Attractive referral schemes and incentives
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• Ongoing compliance fully managed for you
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• Prompt and reliable payroll
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• …and much more!
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To discuss this role in more detail, please contact Freya Joseph on or email .