Job Overview
At Soham Lodge Care Centre, we are passionate about helping our residents live independent, fulfilling, and meaningful lives. We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated multidisciplinary team.
This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of older adults by promoting independence, enhancing well-being, and supporting residents to participate in the daily activities that matter most to them.
As our Occupational Therapist, you will assess residents' physical, cognitive, communication, and functional abilities, developing personalised interventions that support independence and quality of life. You will work closely with nurses, carers, families, GPs, and other healthcare professionals to ensure residents achieve their individual goals and maintain the highest possible level of function.
Responsibilities
- Assess residents' physical, communication, interaction, and cognitive skills.
- Develop and implement individual treatment programmes and meaningful activities.
- Contribute to short-term and long-term care goals as part of the multidisciplinary team.
- Recommend and organise adaptations to residents' rooms and living environments.
- Assess, recommend, and support the use of specialist equipment.
- Provide advice and exercises to improve mobility, dexterity, and independence.
- Offer education and support to residents, relatives, and carers.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and case notes.
- Liaise effectively with healthcare professionals, families, and external agencies.
- Monitor progress and review treatment outcomes.
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and case conferences.
- Support residents in finding new ways to approach everyday tasks and activities.
You will:
- Be a qualified Occupational Therapist with current HCPC registration.
- Have excellent assessment and communication skills.
- Be passionate about person-centred care and promoting independence.
- Enjoy working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Be organised, compassionate, and proactive.
- Have experience working with older adults, rehabilitation, or care home environments (desirable but not essential).
What We Offer
- Supportive and friendly working environment.
- Opportunity to make a genuine impact on residents' quality of life.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Flexible working arrangements considered.
- Competitive salary.
- Pension scheme.
- Free on-site parking.
If you are an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist who wants to help residents achieve greater independence and well-being, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV through Indeed.
Soham Lodge Care Centre
Our Family Caring for Yours
Pay: Up to £24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8.0 – 24.0 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
