Job Description

East Sussex is a fantastic place to live and work, with its rolling hills and countryside green walks to small coastal towns which have had a recent revival. We are looking for a qualified and HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist to work within our Adult Social Care Operational Eastbourne & Conquest Hospital Community Team.


We have excellent relationships with local partners and hospital trusts. Together we work collaboratively to serve people who have recently been discharged from hospital back to their home in the community or to a temporary residential setting. We promote the home first model and discharge to assess approach and believe with the appropriate safe level of care clients can maintain their independence and stay at home safely where possible. We work closely with our reablement teams to maximize independence and build confidence and positive outcomes for the adults we work with. Where necessary we work with our local Integrated Commissioning Boards (ICB's) to ensure the people we serve get access to continuing health care funding.


It is important to note that the role will include assessing adults in line with the Care Act which will include recommending referrals for provision of equipment and adaptations to enhance independence and reduce risk. The role will involve collaborative working to support our multi-disciplinary approach.


As an Occupational Therapist, you will have a pivotal role in the well-being agenda and inform the interventions needed to meet clients' and carers assessed eligible needs. You will manage and reduce risks, supporting safety in the community.


We are looking for candidates who have:


Occupational Therapy qualification and registration with the HCPC, please include your registration number on your application. Experience working directly with vulnerable adults and their families Experience completing assessments, using legal frameworks, and creating care plans. Experience and knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act (2005), Deprivation of Liberty safeguards and Care Act 2014 S42 Safeguarding. Experience of Court of Protection work would be an advantage in this role. Training is offered to successful candidates.
We will support you to develop the skills you'll need to manage the challenges of this role within a learning environment, built on a culture of continual professional development. As a qualified Occupational Therapist, you will be required to produce annual competencies. Additionally, you will also need to produce a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate development of your skills and knowledge to progress though the salary scale at specific points.


To carry out the role you will need to be willing to develop and implement knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act (2005), the Deprivation of Liberty safeguards. You will also need an understanding of the Mental Health Act (1983), Equality Act (2010). You must be able to implement this legislation in your daily practice. You will also be expected to carry out the Lead Enquiry Officer role for section (42) Care Act 2014, safeguarding duties to protect and mitigate risks to the adults we serve. You will be expected to assess adults in line with our other statutory duties such as Care Act 2014 section (9) assessment using a strength based, outcome focus approach. Experience of Court of Protection work would be an advantage in this role. Training is offered to successful candidates.


In return we will offer you a comprehensive induction programme, regular supervision and training and development opportunities together with


Hybrid / agile working Staff benefits

To apply for this role, please follow the 'Apply Now' button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.


Please download the & Person Specification for more information.


Interviews will be held in person at St Marys House on Friday 19 September 2025.


Please contact Julie Browne on 07955 311117 or via email: Julie.browne@eastsussex.gov.uk if you have any questions.


For work that makes a difference.



Additional Information



This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.



Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.



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