Occupational Therapy Clinical Support Worker

Temple B'nai Abraham; Mountain Ash; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization in Wales is seeking a skilled support worker to join the Therapy Team. In this role, you will assist Occupational Therapists in delivering rehabilitation and care to patients. The ideal candidate will possess excellent time-management and communication skills. This position offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside Occupational Therapists to deliver rehabilitation and ongoing OT intervention.
• Undertake clinical and administrative tasks and implement intervention programmes.
• Provide care to patients as delegated by OT to your competency level.
• Participate in project work, audits and provide relevant statistics.
• Monitor stocks of equipment and order supplies.
• Respond flexibly to the needs of the service.

Skills

Excellent time-management skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Therapy Team in Ysbyty Cwm Cynon Hospital. We are looking for a skilled, organised and enthusiastic individual to join our established and friendly team. You will be required to work alongside the Occupational Therapists to support the delivery of rehabilitation and ongoing Occupational Therapy intervention.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside Occupational Therapists to deliver rehabilitation and ongoing OT intervention.
• Undertake specific clinical and administrative tasks and implement intervention programmes as instructed and delegated by OT.
• Provide care to patients as delegated by OT to the extent of your competency.
• Participate in project work, audits and provide relevant statistics for the benefit of patients or the OT department.
• Monitor stocks of equipment and ensure appropriate supplies are ordered.
• Respond flexibly to the needs of the service as part of the therapy team.

Qualifications & Skills

• Excellent time‑management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This does not mean essential; while the candidate does not need to have skills in Welsh, we consider it an advantage when short‑listing and selecting candidates. It is not fluency, just speaking & listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health.

CTM Overview

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region. With nearly 13 500 staff, our health board is one of Wales’ largest employers. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities. CTM’s location offers the best of South Wales—just 20 minutes from Cardiff’s vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Benefits

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development. At CTM, you’ll find a welcoming, team‑oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

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