Occupational Therapist and Occupational Health recruitment agencies
Occupational Therapy (OT) is a field that involves assisting people with physical, mental, and social difficulties to achieve their full potential. Duties in this role can vary greatly - depending of the needs of the patient concerned - but will always centre around helping the patient to live life as independently as possible. Many specialist recruitment agencies exist which assist organisations in hiring staff in the OT Sector - and this page of our website is the easiest way to find them.
Occupational Therapy recruitment
Employment agencies in the Healthcare Industry tend to be specialised within their niche - and provide an expert service to clients looking to employ new recruits in this area. Whether you are looking to hire new people or secure work in the sector, this page will allow you to search for agencies specialising in Occupational Therapist recruitment, sorted by location.
What qualifications are needed?
In order to get a job as an Occupational Therapist, you will usually need to obtain a degree or postgraduate qualification that is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Such qualifications include a BSc (Hons) or Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Therapy. Further information on entry routes can be found at the HCPC website.
Person specification
One skill which is universally in demand in this sector is the ability to deal with people - specifically people who may be frustrated by the problems they are experiencing, and require a source of motivation. Other desirable attributes include a good level of physical (and mental) stamina, positivity, and a good sense of humour.
Salaries in this sector
Within the NHS pay scale, a newly qualified Occupational Therapist would start their career on Band 5 (which starts at roughly £22,000 per year). More senior roles can see Therapists earning into Bands 6 and 7 - meaning that over £40,000 is a possibility. Pay varies for Therapists working in the private sector or in temporary / locum roles, but may be higher than those for permanent employment in the public sector.
Care-Hire Solutions Ltd
Occupational Therapists - Health Care
Covers: UK | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k
Mango Solutions Recruitment Ltd
Occupational Therapists - Health Care
Covers: Nationwide | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k
Social Care Direct Recruitment
Occupational Therapists - Health Care
Covers: UK WIDE | Contract, Part Time, Permanent | Salaries £15k - £100k+
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JT Recruit Ltd
Occupational Therapists - Health Care
Covers: East Midlands, West Midlands, | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
Recruiter Tip
One way to make yourself more employable as an Occupational Therapist is to gain hands-on experience - be that through a work placement or internship whilst training, or through working in another health care role that demonstrates transferable skills.Stratton Mills - Health & Social Care Specialists
Occupational Therapists - Health Care
Covers: England | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k
Search Consultancy
Occupational Therapists - Health Care
Covers: Scotland, England and Wales | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
Remedicare Staffing Ltd - Permanent Division
Occupational Therapists - Health Care
Covers: UK Wide | Permanent | Salaries £15k - £100k
Remedicare Staffing Ltd - Temporary Division
Occupational Therapists - Health Care
Covers: Berkshire & Surrey | Contract, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
Healing Hands Care Limited
Occupational Therapists - Health Care
Covers: Yorkshire & Humberside | Contract, Part Time, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k
Recruiter Tip
Experienced Occupational Therapists can choose to specialise in a certain area of expertise. Such areas include Burns, Paediatrics, Stroke Rehabilitation, and Mental Health.121 SOCIAL CARE
Occupational Therapists - Health Care
Covers: UK Wide | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+