Band 3 Therapy Support Worker/Assistant Practitioner - Lincolnshire

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Lincolnshire is seeking a Band 3 Therapy Support Worker/Assistant Practitioner for the Waterlily Online Inpatient Prevention Programme. The role involves facilitating online groups, providing meal supervision, and supporting patients in achieving their community goals. This position offers a rewarding work environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to work within a skilled team dedicated to innovative treatment approaches.

Benefits

Regular supervision and in-house training

Opportunities for CPD

Free parking

Autonomy in delivering patient-focused interventions

Qualifications

• Driving license and ability to travel within Lincolnshire required.
• Experience in community support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate online groups supporting patients on the programme.
• Provide online and community meal supervision.
• Support patients in their community to achieve their goals.

Skills

Community Support

Facilitating Online Groups

Meal Supervision

Collaboration

Job description

Band 3 Therapy Support Worker/Assistant Practitioner - Lincolnshire

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Job Overview

Band 3 Therapy Support Worker/Assistant Practitioner - Waterlily Online Inpatient Prevention Programme, Lincolnshire

Who are we? The Waterlily Inpatient Prevention Programme is a pioneering online treatment initiative for patients with anorexia nervosa in the East Midlands, covering Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Northamptonshire, and Lincolnshire. The post will be based in Lincolnshire.

What do we do? We deliver an online group programme Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm, including educational and therapeutic groups, meal supervision, and community activities such as home cooking and visits to cafes or shops. Some face-to-face work and community support are also involved.

Who’s who? Our team includes clinicians such as OTs, RMNs, Assistant Psychologists, and Therapy Support Workers, dedicated to providing alternative treatments outside inpatient or long-term outpatient care.

Based where? You will be based in Lincolnshire, employed by Leicestershire Partnership Trust, working from the Lincolnshire base, in the community, or remotely. A driving license and ability to travel within Lincolnshire are required.

Contact details for inquiries:
Sandra Marshall - [e-mail], Tel: [phone]
Charlotte Long - [e-mail], Tel: [phone]

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Facilitate online groups supporting patients on the programme.
• Provide online and community meal supervision.
• Support patients in their community to achieve their goals.
• Collaborate with carers and loved ones involved.
• Contribute to a high-quality, innovative treatment team.

Benefits of the Role

• Rewarding and engaging work environment.
• Autonomy in delivering patient-focused interventions.
• Regular supervision and in-house training.
• Opportunities for CPD.
• Free parking.
• Contributing to service development.
• Working within a skilled, creative team.

We may close the application early if sufficient applications are received. Please apply promptly.

About Us

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust provides community and mental health services across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland, employing over 6,500 staff. This role involves working in Lincolnshire, primarily online, supporting regional services.

We value diversity and encourage applications from all community sections, especially underrepresented groups. Details on benefits and policies are available in our applicant information. Flexible working options are considered. All roles require UK work authorization, and DBS checks are at the applicant's expense.

Applicants at risk within the NHS who meet essential criteria will be prioritized for interviews.