Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor | Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust; Woolwich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Woolwich is looking for a Band 4 Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor. This role involves managing a personal workload, providing therapeutic activities for service users, and developing social projects under the supervision of registered occupational therapists. Applicants should have strong communication skills and an understanding of inclusivity in therapy. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful healthcare services.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing therapeutic activities for individuals or groups.
• Understanding of social inclusion and skills development.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Manage own workload under supervision of a registered OT.
• Assist in providing therapeutic activities.
• Lead service user projects and communicate effectively.

Skills

Technical skills

Creative skills

Psychosocial skills

Effective communication

Job description

We are seeking a Band 4 Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor. The post holder will be a member of the wider Occupational Therapy (OT) team and will contribute to the provision of occupational therapy services.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage own workload independently under the supervision of a registered OT as a member of the MDT.
2. Use technical, creative, and psychosocial skills to assist in providing therapeutic activities for individuals/groups of service users.
3. Lead the development of service user projects.
4. Communicate effectively with service users and carers.
5. Provide feedback on therapeutic activities to supervisors, OT colleagues, and MDT.
6. Ensure activities focus on social inclusion and skills development.
7. Undertake additional delegated responsibilities as directed by the OT supervisor.
8. Facilitate/co-facilitate planned group and individual activities under supervision.
9. Contribute to formal OT assessments and support service users in achieving their goals.
10. Engage in ongoing assessment and modify interventions based on service user needs.
11. Develop and implement socially inclusive projects under supervision.
12. Support the smooth running of the service through delegated tasks.

Additional Information:

Important Sponsorship Information: Due to service budget restrictions, we are currently unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this post.

Please note: The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is prohibited during the interview process and is discouraged during the application process to ensure the quality of applications.

Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services across community and secure settings, including mental health care, community health, and prison health services. We operate in various locations across the South of England, including London boroughs and hospital sites.

Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care, guided by our values: Kind, Fair, Listen, and Care.

This advert closes on Thursday 21 Aug 2025.