Occupational Therapist

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in the community? Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH) is seeking two enthusiastic and skilled Occupational Therapists to join our dynamic Unplanned Care (Discharge to Assess/Rapid Response) Team in Barnet. With a strong focus on innovation and collaboration, you ll be at the forefront of delivering exceptional care and contributing to service development.
Why Choose CLCH?
We are one of the largest community healthcare organizations in London and Hertfordshire, providing services across 11 diverse boroughs. At CLCH, we care deeply about our staff s wellbeing and provide a range of benefits to support you, including:
+ Flexible Working Options: To suit your work-life balance.
+ Car Lease Scheme & Travel Loans: To make your commute easier (T&Cs apply).
+ Single Occupancy Accommodation Support: Assistance with finding and funding accommodation in London.
+ Inclusive Culture: We celebrate diversity and have active staff networks, including the Disability and Wellbeing Network (DAWN), the Race Equality Network, and the Rainbow Network for LGBTQ+ staff, all championed by our executive team.
Why Work With Us?
At CLCH, we believe in investing in our people. You ll have the opportunity to work within a supportive environment that values your expertise and promotes your professional growth. We provide regular supervision, a comprehensive induction, and access to a variety of development opportunities, including peer support groups, training programs, and career progression pathways. Your ideas and contributions will help shape the future of community healthcare in North London.
What You ll Do:
+ Deliver Specialist Care: Provide high-quality community-based occupational therapy services to adults with complex health and social care needs, focusing on early discharge and hospital admission prevention.
+ Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with a team of healthcare professionals, including GPs, nurses, and social care partners, to deliver coordinated and holistic patient care.
+ Leadership and Development: Supervise and support junior and assistant staff, ensuring high standards of clinical practice and contributing to the development of a skilled and motivated team.
+ Service Innovation: Take an active role in service development, applying your expertise to improve patient outcomes and support new models of care. This includes assessing clients for assistive technology and planning complex discharges with a focus on value for money and best practice.

+ Qualifications: Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy with HCPC registration. Post-graduate training in Rehabilitation, Cognitive, or Neurological Therapy is essential.
+ Experience: Minimum of 5 years post-graduate experience, with at least 2 years in older people s services or rehabilitation. Experience working with complex cases and coordinating across agencies is highly valued.
+ Skills: Strong leadership, risk assessment, and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication, team collaboration, and a thorough understanding of assistive technologies and moving/handling legislation.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are a passionate Occupational Therapist ready to embrace a new challenge and work in a supportive, diverse, and forward-thinking environment, we d love to hear from you!
Apply now and become a part of our dedicated and innovative team, committed to delivering high-quality care to the community.