Occupational Therapy Assistant

Central London Community Health Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Central London Community Healthcare Trust is seeking a Therapy Assistant to join the CYPOT team supporting children and young people across our local boroughs. You will work under qualified Occupational Therapists in a range of settings, including mainstream and special schools, delivering essential support to families and education staff.

This role offers varied community-based experience, opportunities to develop practical skills and contribute to person-centred care, with a focus on improving

Qualifications

• UK Maths and English level 2 with certificates to evidence (This includes: functional skills level 2, GCSE C/4 and above or O level C or above)
• Level 3 or above qualification equivalent to a minimum of 120 UCAS points including a science or healthcare subject
• Applicants are expected to demonstrate evidence of recent academic achievement, such that they may be deemed capable of study at degree level
• Interest in undertaking further relevant studies/training course

Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions as delegated by an Occupational Therapist
• Managing a defined caseload of non-complex cases within agreed levels of responsibility
• Working closely with Occupational Therapists, the wider multidisciplinary team, families and education staff to support assessment and intervention
• Working independently within your defined clinical area and taking responsibility for your own clinical actions
• Contributing to the ongoing development and improvement of the community Occupational Therapy service
• Supporting other therapy professionals, such as Speech and Language Therapists, Psychologists and Physiotherapists, where required
• Providing accurate information and completing relevant administrative tasks to support safe and effective care

Skills

Keyboard skills

Communication

Organisation

OT Assistant scope

Education

GCSE/level 2 English & Maths

Level 3 or higher health/ science qualification

Capability for degree-level study

Tools

SystmOne

RIO

EMIS

MS Office

Job description

Join our Children and Young People's Occupational Therapy (CYPOT) Team as a Therapy Assistant, supporting children and young people across Hammersmith and Fulham, Kensington and Chelsea, and Westminster. You will work under the guidance and supervision of qualified Occupational Therapists, providing vital support in a range of settings, including mainstream and special schools, with opportunities to make a meaningful difference to children and young people's everyday lives.

You will:

• Independently manage a delegated caseload of non-complex cases, with support and consultation from Occupational Therapy staff.
• Support Occupational Therapists with assessments and interventions.
• Gather information about children and young people's needs, strengths and health to help inform care and prioritisation.
• Work collaboratively with families, mainstream and special schools, nurseries and other professionals as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Carry out administrative and clerical duties that support the effective running of the service.
• Work across a variety of settings, including clinics, community centres, mainstream and special schools, nurseries and children and young people's homes.

The role offers varied experience within community-based children's services, including opportunities to work in special educational settings, develop your skills and contribute to inclusive, person-centred care.

Main duties of the job

As a Therapy Assistant, you will support the Community Occupational Therapy Service for children and young people registered with a GP in Hammersmith and Fulham, Kensington and Chelsea or Westminster. The service supports children and young people who experience difficulties with functional abilities or skills development in areas such as self-care, productivity and leisure.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting the delivery of Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions as delegated by an Occupational Therapist.

Managing a defined caseload of non-complex cases within agreed levels of responsibility.

Working closely with Occupational Therapists, the wider multidisciplinary team, families and education staff to support assessment and intervention.

Working independently within your defined clinical area and taking responsibility for your own clinical actions.

Contributing to the ongoing development and improvement of the community Occupational Therapy service.

Supporting other therapy professionals, such as Speech and Language Therapists, Psychologists and Physiotherapists, where required.

Providing accurate information and completing relevant administrative tasks to support safe and effective care.

About us

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Job responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

• UK Maths and English level 2 with certificates to evidence (This includes: functional skills level 2, GCSE C/4 and above or O level C or above) (Any overseas qualifications will need to be accompanied by a UKNARIC statement of comparability and English must have been studied as a first language)
• Level 3 or above qualification equivalent to a minimum of 120 UCAS points including a science or healthcare subject. This can include A level, Access to Higher Education diploma, BTEC / NVQ Diploma or Extended / National Diploma with certificates
• Applicants are expected to demonstrate evidence of recent academic achievement, such that they may be deemed capable of study at degree level
• Interest in undertaking further relevant studies/training course

Experience

• Awareness of health and care settings
• Experience working with electronic patient records such as SystmOne, RIO, EMIS
• Previous experience of working within a health and/or care setting

Skills and Knowledge

• Sufficient keyboard skills for clinical and data input and letter writing and ability to use MS office or similar internet and email
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing, confident and articulate
• Ability to plan, organise and coordinate work under own initiative, be flexible and prioritise competing demands for attention to provide best care available to patients in case which may involve changing plans where necessary
• Understanding scope of role of Occupational Therapist Assistant in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development

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.

Clinical Lead for Children and Young People's OT

£34,186 to £37,389 a yearper annum, inclusive of HCAS