Health Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Rugeley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust in Stafford is seeking a temporary Band 4 Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner to work 22 hours per week on maternity cover. You will assess and treat adults with a range of conditions within their own homes, supported by a team of experienced Occupational Therapists.

Under supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist, you will manage a non‑complex caseload, develop rehabilitation plans, and contribute to enabling independence and safer daily

Qualifications

• Relevant Level 3 (or above) qualification in healthcare, or education.
• Numeracy, Literacy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent).
• Care Certificate is completed in all 15 areas within 12 weeks (pro rata).
• Practitioner level 5 Foundation Degree or equivalent, or willing to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat adults with a range of conditions within patients' homes.
• Work under supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist.
• Formulate treatment goals and rehabilitation plans for a non-complex caseload.
• Demonstrate initiative, manage time, and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver high-standard interventions while adapting to unplanned aspects of the role.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 qualification in healthcare/education

Numeracy, Literacy and ITQ level 2

Care Certificate (completed in 15 areas)

Foundation degree at Practitioner level 5 or equivalent

Job description

Health Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner

The closing date is 18 November 2026

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity to join our Community Health Occupational Therapy Team in Stafford as a temporary Band 4 Occupational Therapy Assistant, part-time - 22hours Maternity Cover.

You will work as part of our team of experienced Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants to assess and treat adults with a range of conditions within their own homes.

The wider South Occupational Therapy Team will support the post holder, and you will work under the direction and supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist and be expected to work under your own initiative to manage a non-complex caseload of community patients appropriate to the role.

We are renowned for being an innovative and forward-thinking organisation with an ever-expanding portfolio of services. This means we offer our employees genuine career development opportunities. In return for your passion and enthusiasm, we will offer you all the support you need and help you achieve your career aspirations.

You will be required to have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, show initiative and team spirit as well as be committed to patient care. You will be flexible and able to work in a variety of locations in South Staffordshire, as the service requires. An understanding of assessment and rehabilitation appropriate to the role is essential as are good IT skills, knowledge and understanding of criteria for equipment provision.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 4 OT Assistant Practitioner under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist you will be expected to work on your own and as part of a team focusing on excellent quality patient care including formulating treatment goals and identifying rehabilitation plans. Applicants should have relevant Level 3 (or above) qualification in health care, or education.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals with:

• Keen interest & / or experience of working in rehabilitation services and can demonstrate a strong understanding of therapy and service needs.
• To assess new service user referrals and care/support needs. The care/treatment plans may include the following:
• Promoting independence/self-management and maintaining safety
• Increased functional ability
• Improvement in health and wellbeing including mental health
• Prevention and reducing of health inequalities
• Admission avoidance
• Proactive in developing sound clinical skills in the assessment and management of patients in the rehabilitation and / or community environment appropriate to the role.
• To deliver a high standard of intervention, whilst managing the demands of unplanned aspects of the role.
• To take accountability for allocated assessments, planning and implementation of interventions within their caseload.
• Experience of when to escape to a qualified team member.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Job responsibilities

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity to join our Community Occupational Therapy Team as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.

You will work as part of our team of experienced Occupational Therapists, Assistant Practitioners and Assistants to assess and treat adults with a range of conditions within their own homes.

Please see attached the full Job Description and Person Specification for more details of the role.

For further information or informal discussion please contact Bev Murphy Operational Lead ICOTT South email [e-mail] mobile: [phone] or Sue Bradshaw, Occupational Therapist email [e-mail] mobile: [phone]

This role isnot eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

• Relevant Level 3 (or above) qualification in healthcare, social care, or education
• Numeracy, Literacy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
• Care Certificate is completed in all 15 areas within 12 weeks (pro rata) of commencement of contract
• Practitioner level 5 Foundation Degree or equivalent in related subject, or willing to work towards

Experience

• Relevant placements/experience to the role including supporting or contributing to assessment and management of individuals with compromised functional ability
• Ability to manage time and caseload effectively
• Working in a team
• Experience of working in Occupational Therapy
• Supporting service users, families and carers in dealing with the impact of disability
• Working in a multidisciplinary team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust