Occupational Therapist, Housing Team

East Sussex County Council

. Undertake person-centred functional assessments in people’s homes across the Hastings area .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeHastings • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £37,581 - £47,363 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting person-centred functional assessments and recommending housing adaptations to enhance independence and wellbeing. Proficient in communication, report writing, and collaboration across housing and social care sectors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Occupational Therapy QualificationRegistration With Professional Regulatory BodyCommunication SkillsHousing Needs AssessmentsEnhanced DBS Check

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Hard Skills

Functional AssessmentsHousing AdaptationsReport WritingPlanning and Organising WorkloadOperating Under Pressure

Soft Skills

CommunicationInitiativeResponsibility

Certifications & Qualifications

Occupational Therapy QualificationEnhanced DBS Check

Industry Keywords

Disabled Facilities GrantsLocal Authority FundingCommunity SettingsAccommodation MatchingOverseas Police Check

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Undertake person-centred functional assessments in people’s homes across the Hastings area
Recommend appropriate housing adaptations to promote independence, safety and wellbeing
Assess minor and major adaptations funded through Disabled Facilities Grants and other local authority funding streams
Complete housing needs assessments and provide recommendations supporting housing decisions
Help match individuals to accommodation that meets their long-term needs
Work collaboratively across housing and social care
Attend interviews in person at St Mary’s House in Eastbourne

Requirements

What you’ll need

An Occupational Therapy qualification and registration with the professional regulatory body
Communication skills including report writing, liaising with members of the public, managers, and other agencies
Ability to plan and organise a varied workload for self and others, working to short deadlines within community settings
Experience of operating under pressure where demand is constant and priorities need to be set/reviewed
Ability to use initiative and take responsibility
Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Service
Evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad
Eligibility to work in the UK or eligibility for UK sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

A supportive team with regular supervision and opportunities for reflective practice
Ongoing professional development and training
Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working where appropriate
Local Government Pension Scheme and generous annual leave entitlement
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference within a public service role