Occupational Therapy Assistant

Central London Community Health Trust; London Borough of Brent; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Central London Community Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to join the Brent Children's and Young People's team on a full-time basis. You will support qualified therapists, work across clinics, schools and nurseries, and help deliver therapy to children with occupational needs.

The role combines clinical and administrative duties, requires clear communication with education staff and multidisciplinary colleagues, and offers opportunities to develop in a supportive

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE level or above with good English and numeracy.
• Experience in a healthcare or childcare environment.
• Experience working with children with special needs (e.g. ASD, neurological conditions).
• Experience of group work with children.
• Experience of training or educating others.

Responsibilities

• Support Therapists by providing regular therapy with supervision.
• Collaborate with Therapists and education staff to ensure appropriate care and treatment.
• Develop, prepare and maintain therapy resources and handouts.
• Provide administrative support for clinical and related activities, including materials, photocopying and filing.

Skills

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Prioritisation

Basic IT skills

Understanding of occupational therapy

Professionalism

Self development

Education

GCSE level or above

First aid training

Job description

Join the Brent Children's and Young People's Occupational Therapy Team as a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant.

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children and is keen to learn and develop their skills. This varied role combines clinical and administrative responsibilities, supporting Occupational Therapists to deliver care across clinics, schools and nurseries.

You will work directly with children who have occupational therapy needs and communicate with education staff and other colleagues involved in their support. Clear and effective communication skills are therefore essential.

If you are enthusiastic about supporting children and young people and would like the opportunity to develop your experience within occupational therapy, we would welcome your application.

Please note: this post is not eligible for sponsorship.

Main duties of the job

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will:

• Support Occupational Therapists by providing regular, ongoing therapy to children, with appropriate support and supervision.
• Work collaboratively with Occupational Therapists, providing regular feedback to help ensure children receive appropriate care and treatment to maximise their potential.
• Develop, prepare and maintain therapy resources and handouts.
• Provide administrative support for clinical and related activities, including preparing materials, photocopying and filing.

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

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values & the behaviours aligned to those values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Education/Qualification

• Educated to GCSE level or above with good written and spoken English as well as good basic numeracy
• Attendance at training courses relevant to post e.g. First aid, Lifesaving, Sign Language course, BTEC or equivalent in Child Development

Experience

• Experience of working in a healthcare or childcare environment which brings relevant transferable skills.
• Experience working with children presenting with special needs for example, children presenting with ASD, Neurological conditions, learning disability and functional needs.
• Experience of group work with children
• Experience of training or educating others

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to prioritise workload effectively and work independently
• Basic IT Skills: word, database, email, internet
• Understanding of basic principles of Occupational Therapy
• Previous experience of working as a therapy assistant or learning support assistant.
• Recognition of own capabilities and limitations and seeking guidance when required

Other

• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team as well as individually
• Empathetic to the needs of disabled children and their families.
• Evidence of own self development and willingness to learn
• Ability to think creatively and functionally

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.

£30,630 to £32,346 a yearper annum, inclusive of HCAS