Band 6 Locum Occupational Therapist - Discharge to Assess

Reference: 3425083312_1751969545

Job Title: Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Discharge to Assess (D2A)
Location: Musgrove Park Hospital, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Department: Primary Care & Neighbourhoods - Community Services
Assignment Type: Locum
Working Pattern: Full-time preferred (part-time considered)
Banding: Band 6
Rate: 25.48 Umbrella Equivalent

Role Summary:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the D2A (Discharge to Assess) team at Musgrove Park Hospital. This is a community-facing role focused on supporting adults recently discharged from hospital into their own homes, with the aim of promoting independence and avoiding unnecessary readmission.

Key Responsibilities:
Undertake community-based Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions for adults post-hospital discharge

Work collaboratively with D2A provider agencies to deliver short-term reablement packages

Set patient-led SMART goals to support progression toward independence

Identify and recommend longer-term care and support needs based on clinical assessment

Engage in multidisciplinary discussions to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care

Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with Trust policies

Essential Requirements:
HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist

Proven experience in community rehabilitation and/or adult reablement

Strong understanding of discharge pathways and risk management in the community

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential due to travel requirements)

Willingness to work across geographical clusters and travel cross-county as needed

Additional Notes:
The service operates across multiple localities flexibility to meet patient needs across the region is essential.

Ideal for candidates with a passion for person-centred care and supporting recovery at home.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number 3643845. Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.

£25.00 - £58.00
Per hour
GBP25 - GBP58 per hour

Somerset

Temporary

Added 08/07/2025
Reference: 3425083312_1751969545

Band 6 Locum Occupational Therapist - Discharge to Assess

Somerset
Temporary

Other similar jobs

Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Discharge to Assess -Taunton

Added 22/05/2025

Job Title: Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Discharge to Assess Ref: GDJ62 Location: Musgrove Park Hospital - Community Services (Primary Care & Neighbourhoods) Service: Discharge to Assess (D2A) Grade: Band 6 Contract Type: Full Time preferred (Part Time considered) Start Date: 06 May 2025 End Date: 19 September 2025 Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00 Rate: Agenda for Change - Band 6 £25.48 umbrella equivalent Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist (Band 6) to join the Discharge to Assess (D2A) team within the community services arm of Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. Based from Musgrove Park Hospital,...

Learn more

Band 6 Physiotherapist - Discharge to Assess- Taunton

Added 22/05/2025

Job Title: Band 6 Physiotherapist - Discharge to Assess (D2A) Location: Musgrove Park Hospital - Primary Care & Neighbourhoods Service Area: Community Services - GDJ68 Band: 6 £25.48 Contract Type: Full Time (Part Time considered) Start Date: ASAP Vacancy Status: Unfilled Pay Rate: Agenda for Change - Band 6 (Allied Health Professionals PayScale) - £25.48 Umbrella Equivalent Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Band 6 Physiotherapist to join the Discharge to Assess (D2A) service based within the Community Services team at Musgrove Park Hospital. This role supports patients who have been recently discharged from hospital, enabling safe...

Learn more

Band 6 Occupational Therapist

Added 03/06/2025

We are recruiting for a Band 6 CAMHS Practitioner (RMN or Social Worker) to join the Fylde and Wyre CAMHS Team based at Whitegate Drive Health Centre, Blackpool. This role involves working face-to-face with children and young people presenting with a variety of mental health and wellbeing needs. The successful candidate will support assessments, care planning, and crisis intervention, working within an experienced and collaborative multidisciplinary team. Key Responsibilities: Complete mental health and risk assessments for young people referred to CAMHS. Develop and implement care plans, including hospital discharge coordination. Provide triage and duty support, managing clinical priorities effectively. Contribute...

Learn more

Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Older Adult

Added 11/04/2025

We are seeking a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the Older Adult / Frailty Mental Health Team based at Goodmayes - Sunflowers Court.This role will involve working with patients on acute mental health wards, supporting them through their recovery and discharge planning by undertaking thorough OT assessments, providing 1:1 and group interventions, and producing comprehensive reports that identify care needs for safe discharge into the community.📌 Key Responsibilities: ✅ Complete comprehensive OT assessments for patients within Older Adult Mental Health wards. ✅ Produce high-quality discharge planning reports identifying ongoing community support needs. ✅ Provide individual and group interventions to...

Learn more

Worcestershire - Occupational Therapist - Hospital Discharge

Added 03/07/2025

Eden Brown synergy are currently recruiting for Worcestershire County Council who are looking for Occupational Therapist - Hospital Discharge Team Occupational Therapist - Hospital Discharge Team Worcestershire County Council ? Worcestershire | ? Competitive rate | ? Full-time | ? Ongoing contract Worcestershire County Council is looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their Hospital Discharge Team. Key Responsibilities: Deliver a specialist OT service to promote independence and reduce the need for care. Use equipment, assistive technology, and manual handling techniques. Review post-hospital discharge care packages to ensure effective and timely support. This role is ideal for someone confident...

Learn more

Locum Band 6 Dietitian Opportunity - Dorset County Hospital

Added 09/06/2025

Locum Dietitian - Band 6 Location: Dorset County Hospital - Dietetics Main Department (including Renal) Department: Urgent & Integrated Care (AHP) Specialty: Specialist Dietitian Ref: GDC3W Contract: Locum, Full-time Dates: ongoing Overview: We are currently seeking a Band 6 Locum Dietitian to join the Dietetics Department at Dorset County Hospital, working across the Main Department including Renal services. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to an established multidisciplinary team within Urgent & Integrated Care. Key Details: Start Date: 7th May 2025 End Date: 15th August 2025 Working Pattern: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00 Location: Dorset County Hospital, Urgent...

Learn more

Manchester - QSW - Hospital Discharge to Assess Team

Added 02/07/2025

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join our Hospital Discharge to Assess Team in Manchester. As a key member of the team, you will play a crucial role in facilitating safe and timely discharges for patients, ensuring they receive the appropriate support and services upon leaving the hospital. Key responsibilities and duties: Conducting assessments of patients' social care needs and developing tailored discharge plans Liaising with healthcare professionals, service users, and their families to coordinate discharge arrangements Providing emotional support and guidance to patients and their families during the discharge process Collaborating with community...

Learn more

Manchester - QSW - Hospital Discharge to Assess Team

Added 01/07/2025

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join the Hospital Discharge to Assess (HDTA) Team based at Manchester Royal Infirmary. Key Responsibilities: Work closely with NHS colleagues to support safe and timely discharges Complete Care Act assessments, capacity assessments, and best interest decisions Undertake safeguarding enquiries and planning Liaise with hospitals, community teams, and families to coordinate care packages Work flexibly across office and home-based environments Requirements: Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration Previous experience in a Hospital Discharge to Assess Team Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014, MCA, and safeguarding procedures Confident...

Learn more

Manchester - QSW - Hospital discharge to assess £30PH

Added 24/06/2025

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join our team in Manchester for a Hospital Discharge to Assess role, offering a competitive rate of £30 per hour. Key responsibilities and duties for this position include: Conducting assessments of service users in hospital settings to determine their care and support needs. Developing and implementing care plans in collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to facilitate timely and safe discharges. Providing support and guidance to service users and their families to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to community-based care. Advocating for service users to access appropriate services and...

Learn more

Manchester - QSW - Hospital discharge to assess £30PH

Added 23/06/2025

We are recruiting an experienced Qualified Social Worker (QSW) to join Manchester's Hospital Discharge to Assess (D2A) South Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in supporting hospital discharges and crisis interventions across a fast-paced, high-demand service. Role Overview: You'll be responsible for ensuring safe and timely discharges from hospital settings, conducting Care Act and Mental Capacity assessments, and supporting people through various discharge pathways into community, intermediate care, and residential/nursing settings. Key Responsibilities: Complete Care Act 2014 assessments and Mental Capacity assessments Review and amend care packages post-discharge in line with assessed needs Support discharges...

Learn more

Slough - OT - Discharge to Assess team £36.80PH

Added 17/06/2025

Location: Slough Rate: £36.80 per hour Contract Type: Temporary Hours: Full Time (37 hours per week) Level: 7 Overview: Slough Borough Council is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) to join the Discharge to Assess (D2A) Team. This is a vital role within a fast-paced service designed to support timely and safe hospital discharges. Key Responsibilities: Facilitate efficient discharges from hospital into the community Conduct functional assessments and identify appropriate care and equipment needs Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including Hospital Social Workers Provide short-term interventions to maximise independence Participate in risk assessments and contribute to discharge planning About...

Learn more

Islington - OT - Discharge to Assess

Added 30/04/2025

We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join Islington's Integrated Discharge Service (IDS) - a fast-paced, supportive team that operates seven days a week. You will play a vital role in supporting safe, person-centred hospital discharges and delivering outcome-focused therapy to residents in their homes. Key Responsibilities: Support the Discharge to Assess (D2A) pathway by screening referrals and contributing to discharge planning Carry out post-discharge assessments in the home environment Deliver therapeutic interventions aimed at maximising independence and preventing readmission Recommend and implement equipment, minor adaptations, and environmental changes Design and implement Reablement Plans and Goals based on...

Learn more

Occupational Therapist

Added 04/07/2025

I am recruiting for an experienced Occupational Therapist in the Worcestershire area.This role will be to support the early review of post hospital discharge packages of care to promote independence and ensure best use of limited care funds.To apply for this role you must hold a degree, post graduate or Professional Qualification in Social Occupational Therapy, hold a valid HCPC registration. Ideally have 2 years direct experience of working in an OT role.Working with Eden Brown Synergy offers you a team with extensive Occupational Therapist recruitment experience.Access to a wide selection of OT vacancies across the UK.The choice of PAYE...

Learn more

Slough - Reablement Occupational Therapist £38.86PH

Added 03/07/2025

Slough Council is looking to recruit two Reablement Occupational Therapists to join the Short Term Reablement and Independence Service on a locum basis. Key Responsibilities: Deliver occupational therapy interventions to support service users to regain independence at home Complete functional assessments and implement tailored rehabilitation plans Provide advice on equipment and adaptations to promote safe discharge and prevent re-admission Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary reablement team Maintain accurate case records and contribute to care planning Requirements: HCPC registered Occupational Therapist Proven experience in rehabilitation and community-based OT interventions Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload Excellent communication and...

Learn more

Occupational Therapist

Added 02/07/2025

Eden Brown Synergy are currently recruiting for Occupational Therapists.The Community team provide long term assessment and intervention for people / support individuals who require longer terms adult social care support ensuring individuals goals and actions reflect changes in their life and support them to be independent.The Occupational Therapist will work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team to meet the needs of clients referred to adult social care as follows:To conduct Occupational Therapy assessments for clients within the integrated teamsTo provide Occupational Therapy interventions and rehabilitation plans for people of HullYou will provide technical expert information, advice, and support, sharing...

Learn more
Required for two factor authentication
At least 8 characters, 1 uppercase, 1 lowercase and 1 special character or number
Your file must be a doc, docx or pdf. No larger than 5MB