Occupational Therapist Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as an Occupational Therapist Assistant and make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges. In this rewarding role, you will work under the guidance of experienced professionals, supporting service users through structured activities and therapeutic interventions. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and personal development, you will have access to various training opportunities to enhance your skills. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and numerous perks that promote a healthy work-life balance. This is your chance to contribute to a compassionate environment dedicated to recovery and rehabilitation.

Benefits

33 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)

Subsidized meals

Free parking

Wellbeing support and activities

Career development and training opportunities

Pension contributions

Life Assurance

Enhanced Maternity Packages

Retail discounts

Special offers

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar environment and mental health.
• GCSE/O-Levels (A-C) or a relevant NVQ2.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of individual care plans.
• Support service users in achieving their goals and accessing appropriate services.

Skills

Verbal Communication Skills

Written Communication Skills

Experience in Mental Health

Education

GCSE/O-Levels (A-C)

Relevant NVQ2

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Thatcham, United Kingdom

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26.04.2025

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10.06.2025

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Introduction

Are you an Occupational Therapist Assistant looking to work for a company that supports, values, and recognises your dedication to delivering great healthcare? If so, this might be for you.

Join Thornford Park Hospital as an Occupational Therapist Assistant and help change the lives of men and women suffering from mental illness and complex care needs, including those with personality disorders.

Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, you will support the service in delivering structured activities and assist in planning individual and group therapeutic interventions. You will build one-to-one rapport with service users to encourage participation and empower recovery.

You will contribute to the assessment, monitoring, evaluation, and modification of structured activities to measure progress and ensure effectiveness.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will receive regional support and have access to various training and online courses to support your career development and growth.

As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will:

• Assist Occupational Therapists, Nurses, and other MDT staff in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of individual care plans.
• Support service users in achieving their goals and accessing appropriate services.
• Maintain accurate records and enter details into healthcare records.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• GCSE/O-Levels (A-C) or a relevant NVQ2.
• Experience in a similar environment and mental health.
• Verbal and written communication skills.

Where you will be working:

You will work at Thornford Park, which comprises medium secure and low secure units and rehabilitation flats. The service provides a seamless internal care pathway supporting and empowering patients in their recovery and rehabilitation.

You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide personalized assessment and treatment programs for males with mental illness and complex care needs, including those with personality disorders. Some service users may have histories of offending or may have failed previous placements.

What you will get:

• An annual salary of £25,351
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), plus your birthday off!
• Subsidized meals
• Free parking
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance
• Career development and training opportunities
• Pension contributions to secure your future
• Life Assurance for added peace of mind
• Enhanced Maternity Packages to support your family time

Additional benefits include retail discounts, special offers, and much more.