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Housing Occupational Therapist - North London

Housing Occupational Therapist - North London Salary: £42,414 - £50,691Location: Middlesex, North LondonHours: Full-time (36 hours) or Part-time (18 hours)The London Borough of Harrow is looking for an experienced Housing Occupational Therapist to join its Housing Service. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in improving the lives of disabled residents by carrying out specialist assessments, recommending housing adaptations, and promoting independence through person-centred practice.Working within a strengths-based framework, you will assess disabled adults and their carers, design cost-effective adaptation schemes, and provide expert advice to housing colleagues. You will also contribute to housing applications and allocations, assess the suitability of properties, influence the design of new-build homes to meet Lifetime Homes Standards, and undertake complex Carers' Assessments in line with the Care Act 2014.This is a varied and rewarding role requiring regular travel across the borough to complete home visits, property assessments, and visits to equipment stores. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.Key Responsibilities

Assess disabled residents and carers for major and minor housing adaptations.
Complete complex Occupational Therapy and Carers' Assessments under the Care Act 2014.
Design practical and cost-effective adaptation schemes to maximise independence.
Advise on housing applications, allocations, and property suitability.
Provide specialist guidance and training to housing colleagues.
Influence the design of accessible new-build properties in line with Lifetime Homes Standards.
Prepare high-quality assessment reports and recommendations.
Deliver and fit low-level equipment where appropriate.
Manage a complex caseload while maintaining excellent professional standards.

Requirements

Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
HCPC registration.
Experience completing housing adaptation assessments within a local authority setting.
Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014, housing legislation, and disability adaptations.
Experience managing complex cases and producing detailed assessment reports.
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

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To discuss this role in more detail, please contact Freya Joseph on or email .

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