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Job Description

Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!

Job Description

Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!

We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.

What’s the role?

Welcome to Lewisham - become part of our family!

Lewisham is a vibrant and diverse borough in South East London, known for its strong sense of community, green spaces, and excellent transport links. As a place to live and work, Lewisham offers the best of both worlds: the energy and opportunity of London life, with a welcoming, neighbourhood feel.

The borough is home to a rich cultural scene, award-winning parks, and a commitment to innovation in health and social care. Working here means being part of a forward-thinking team that values collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. Whether you're commuting from central London or settling locally, Lewisham is a fantastic place to grow your career and make a real impact.

Are you passionate about making a real difference at a critical point in a patient’s care journey? We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Occupational Therapists to join our Transfer of Care Hub, supporting timely and safe hospital discharges.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will play a pivotal role in assessing patients’ functional needs and facilitating smooth transitions from hospital to home. Working closely with health and social care professionals, you will ensure that discharge plans are person-centred, safe, and promote independence. We work with those citizens leaving hospital with a new or increased social need, as well as those with therapy needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct timely and holistic occupational therapy assessments for patients after discharge.
• Collaborate with your multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure safe transfer of care from hospital to community.
• Ensure safeguarding by identifying and addressing potential risks in the home environment, coordinating with relevant agencies, and implementing measures that protect vulnerable individuals and support a safe and sustainable return home.
• Contribute to reducing delayed discharges and improving patient flow.
• Identify and arrange appropriate equipment, adaptations, and support services.
• Promote reablement and use rehabilitative therapeutic approaches to reduce the level and duration of care packages through targeted interventions and collaborative goal-setting.
• Optimise care packages to ensure they are tailored, proportionate, and promote independence while supporting safe discharge.
• Working in partnership with our valued Lewisham Care Providers, including our Enablement Care Team.
• Promote wellbeing and independence, enabling individuals to live safely and confidently in their own homes or community setting
• Play a key role in our weekly Multi-disciplinary Team meetings a recommendations for future support and service
• Support the prevention of hospital readmissions by ensuring robust discharge planning, providing appropriate interventions and follow-up, and empowering patients with the skills, equipment, and support needed to manage safely at home.
  
  

• Supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Experienced and Supportive Leadership Team
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Generous holiday allowance
• Local Government Pension scheme
• Flexible working and family friendly policies
• Good transport Links
• Season ticket and bicycle loans
• A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Staff wellbeing resources
  
  

• HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist.
• Experience in hospital discharge, community care, or acute settings is desirable.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• A commitment to person-centred care and promoting independence.
  
  

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