Jared Woodward
Occupational Therapist
Enquire NowJared is an Occupational Therapist with extensive experience in the Health and Social Care sector, working with a wide range of individuals and conditions, including learning disabilities, autism, mental health, musculoskeletal, and neurological conditions. He has worked across inpatient, community, and social services settings, including adult social care, where he was responsible for assessing care needs, reviewing support packages, and coordinating community-based care to promote independence and safety at home.
Jared has a strong background in neurological rehabilitation, supporting individuals with acquired brain injury, stroke, and progressive neurological conditions. His work includes functional rehabilitation, upper limb recovery, and supporting engagement in meaningful activity through personalised treatment approaches. He has experience delivering therapy across various settings and is confident using both traditional rehabilitation techniques and technology-based tools to support patient outcomes.
He is a qualified moving and handling trainer, with experience managing complex handling and postural care needs, and is confident in recommending and providing specialist equipment and adaptations for individuals with life-changing or long-term conditions. Jared is experienced in completing detailed functional assessments and preparing clear, well-reasoned reports for funding panels, discharge teams, safeguarding processes, and legal professionals, drawing on his clinical knowledge and care background to provide holistic, practical recommendations.
Jared currently works with VR technologies, supporting the integration of digital tools to enhance upper limb rehabilitation and engagement in neurorehabilitation settings.