Location
Brixton Hill, London

Hours
Full Time, Permanent

Salary
SO1 Grade: £40,404 rising in annual increments to £41,637 including London Weighting

About the Role
We are recruiting an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our Information Contact and Assessment Service at Lambeth Council. This is an exciting time to join as occupational therapy is undergoing transformative change to support the integration of health and social care and meet the ambitious goals of our borough plan.

The role focuses on promoting and maintaining independence for vulnerable and disabled service users, with an emphasis on assessing and providing equipment and adaptations. You will assess the functional needs of service users and their carers in line with relevant legislation and departmental policy, and make recommendations for simple major adaptations such as level access showers and stairlifts.

Lambeth is a vibrant and diverse borough in South London, home to over 317,600 residents and a rich cultural community. Joining us means contributing to the future of Lambeth through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth’, within a dynamic environment featuring exceptional schools, green spaces like Brockwell Park, and renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital.

Experience
Experience working in occupational therapy support or a related health and social care environment is desirable but not explicitly stated.

About you
Enthusiastic, professional, and hardworking individuals who are committed to promoting independence and supporting vulnerable service users. You should be adaptable to change and motivated to work within a transforming occupational therapy service aligned with integrated health and social care.

Qualifications
Specific qualifications are not detailed; however, candidates should demonstrate relevant skills and knowledge to carry out assessments and make recommendations for equipment and adaptations in line with legislation and policy.