Southwark Council is launching an exciting pilot project aimed at enhancing care and therapy provision within local care homes-and we're looking for a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join this innovative initiative.
This is a unique opportunity to shape a dedicated care home therapy service, working alongside a physiotherapist to cover seven larger care homes and selected smaller settings across the borough.
Key Responsibilities:
Support discharges from hospital into care homes
Deliver high-quality case management for older adults, particularly those living with dementia
Conduct comprehensive OT assessments, including posture and seating where appropriate
Collaborate with care home and hospital staff to develop person-centred care and therapy plans
Coach and advise care home staff to embed good practice and promote resident well-being
Contribute to the evaluation and development of this pilot service
Work closely with Intermediate Care Southwark (ICS) clinical leads and wider multi-agency partners
What We're Looking For:
HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist
Experience in reablement, discharge planning, and working with frail older adults
Strong background in dementia care and complex needs
Confidence in posture and seating assessment is a plus
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
A flexible, creative, and collaborative approach to change
Why Join Southwark?
Be part of a trailblazing pilot improving therapy in care home settings
Work closely with multi-disciplinary professionals and contribute to system-wide innovation
Gain leadership experience through service design, evaluation, and delivery
Make a lasting difference to the lives of older residents in care
If youre passionate about older people's care, ready to shape new ways of working, and keen to be part of a forward-thinking service-we want to hear from you!
Apply now to join the Southwark Reablement Team and help drive better outcomes for residents.
Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
* DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
* Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
* Bonus for finding your own job
* Twice weekly payroll
* Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond
If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to Shristi Yadav at or call on 01147003826
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