Reading - OT - Major Adaptations £38PH HYBRID (5-Month)

Reference: 3565702034_1783695007

Occupational Therapist - Major Adaptations

Reading Borough Council
Hybrid Working | 5-Month Locum Contract | £38 per hour
Full-Time or Part-Time Considered

Reading Borough Council is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our friendly and supportive OT Advice and Wellbeing Hub on a 5-month locum contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for an OT with extensive experience in major adaptations who is passionate about helping people remain safe, independent, and well in their own homes.

The Role

You will be responsible for carrying out comprehensive assessments, undertaking home visits, and producing detailed recommendations and specifications for major adaptation schemes across Reading Borough Council properties.

Working collaboratively with Housing colleagues, surveyors, and other professionals, you will play a vital role in delivering person-centred housing solutions that promote independence and improve quality of life.

You will assess and recommend:

  • Stairlifts
  • Level-access and wet room showers
  • Ramps and access solutions
  • Specialist adaptations to support independent living

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake specialist occupational therapy assessments for major adaptations.
  • Complete home visits and assess functional needs.
  • Produce detailed adaptation specifications and professional reports.
  • Work closely with Housing Services, surveyors, contractors, and other stakeholders.
  • Provide person-centred recommendations that maximise independence and safety.
  • Manage a caseload of complex adaptation cases.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • HCPC registration and a recognised Occupational Therapy qualification.
  • Significant experience assessing for major adaptations.
  • Strong knowledge of housing adaptation pathways and Disabled Facilities Grant processes.
  • Experience writing detailed adaptation specifications and reports.
  • Excellent assessment, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • A person-centred approach with a focus on independence, choice, and wellbeing.
  • A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is desirable.

Please note: Due to the nature of this role, candidates must live within a commutable distance of Reading, as regular home visits across the borough are required.

What's on Offer

  • £38 per hour
  • 5-month locum contract
  • Hybrid working
  • Flexible full-time or part-time hours
  • Regular supervision and professional support
  • Friendly, experienced Occupational Therapy team
  • Collaborative working alongside Housing Services, surveyors, and adaptation professionals
  • Opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of local residents

Benefits of Working with Eden Brown Synergy

  • DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
  • £300 referral bonus when you refer a successful colleague or friend
  • Bonus for finding your own placement
  • Twice-weekly payroll
  • Dedicated recruitment consultant to support you throughout your placement and beyond

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding opportunity within a supportive local authority team, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your CV to Shristi Yadav at or call 0114 700 3826 for a confidential discussion.

Know someone suitable? Refer them to Eden Brown Synergy and receive a £300 referral bonus if they're successfully placed.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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Reading - OT - Major Adaptations £38PH HYBRID (5-Month)

Reading
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