Job description
We are looking to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist Assistant Team Manager to join a dynamic Adult Social Care Reablement Service in North London. This is a full-time role with flexible working and opportunities for professional development, initially offered on a fixed-term basis with potential for extension.
Main Duties for the OT Assistant Team Manager
- Lead and support the delivery of a high-quality, outcomes-focused reablement service.
- Triage and prioritise incoming referrals, identifying risk and ensuring timely allocation.
- Allocate work across Occupational Therapists, Assistants, and Reablement staff based on capacity and need.
- Provide clinical advice and support to staff, including managing complex cases and risks.
- Supervise and support Occupational Therapy staff through regular oversight and reflective practice.
- Oversee or complete complex assessments, including moving and handling and equipment provision.
- Ensure compliance with legislation such as the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding.
- Maintain accurate records and support quality assurance across the service.
- Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to promote independence.
To Be Successful
- Qualified Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration
- Experience in adult social care or community/reablement settings.
- Experience triaging and allocating work effectively.
- Experience supervising or supporting staff.
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding and the Mental Capacity Act.
- Good communication, teamwork, and IT skills.
- Leadership or management experience or qualification.
- Experience with equipment, adaptations, or moving and handling.
- Involvement in service improvement or audit work.
Benefits of Working in the Service
- Flexible working options.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Supportive team environment.
Why Join Our Agency?
We offer dedicated consultant support, a simple registration process, and reliable weekly payments.
To discuss this OT Assistant Team Manager vacancy, please get in touch with Ella Hajittofis with your CV to find out more.
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