Occupational Therapist - Adult Social Care

Occupational Therapist - Adult Social Care (Care Act & Care Packages)

Role: Qualified Occupational Therapist (Adult Social Care)

Service Area: Adult Services / Assessment & Care Management

Location: Carlisle

Pay Rate: Up to £42.00 per hour

Working Pattern: Highly Flexible / Hybrid (Condensed hours available)

Contract: Full-Time, Ongoing Interim Contract

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist who excels in social care assessment, Care Act eligibility reviews, and commissioning person-centred packages of care? An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist to join Adult Services in Cumberland. Unlike traditional OT roles centered purely on equipment and adaptations, this post focuses on holistic Care Act assessments, reviewing complex support packages, and maximizing independent living outcomes for adults across the community. Why Choose This Role?

Top Hourly Rate: Earn up to £42.00 per hour depending on experience.

Maximum Diary Autonomy: Enjoy total flexibility over your schedule-there are no set mandatory office days, as long as face-to-face reviews are completed efficiently.

Condensed Hours Option: Flexible working arrangements, including condensed working hours, are fully available to support a great work-life balance.

Targeted OT Practice: Focus your core skills on functional independence, reablement, and tailored care package reviews rather than standard adaptations.

Core Responsibilities

Care Act Assessments & Reviews: Conduct thorough assessments and reviews under the Care Act 2014, evaluating individual needs and adjusting support packages accordingly.

Packages of Care Management: Confidently design, implement, and amend packages of care to promote independence and safe outcomes.

System Management: Utilize LiquidLogic / LAS to document assessments, update care plans, and record outcome data accurately.

Person-Centred Practice: Collaborate directly with service users, carers, and multidisciplinary health partners to deliver tailored care interventions.

Mandatory Candidate Requirements

Professional Status: Qualified Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC.

System Expertise: Proven familiarity and hands-on confidence using LiquidLogic (LAS).

Core Competencies: Strong background in Adult Social Care, Care Act 2014 eligibility frameworks, and care package reviews.

Self-Management: Highly organized with the ability to manage a flexible diary and conduct community-based assessments independently.

How to Apply If you are a skilled Occupational Therapist looking for an autonomous, high-paying role in Cumberland with genuine calendar flexibility, apply today to submit your profile! Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.