Occupational Therapy Asst

1 week ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Currently the role is based at West Berkshire Community Hospital, there may also be requirement to travel to Royal Berkshire Hospital on occasion.

Exciting opportunity to join a compassionate and aspirational Therapy Team at the Royal Berkshire Hospital.


In this role you will work in line with the trusts CARE values to deliver person centered care to ensure the best outcomes for patients in our care.

You will work with the Occupational Therapy team to assess and treat patients.

You will work with the MDT and community partner organisations to ensure patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time whenever possible.

Part-time hours can be discussed at interview, mornings would be preferable

  • Face to face contact with patients, completing 'initial interviews' and information gathering with patients, their next of kins and other organisations such as social services.
  • Delivering Occupational Therapy, working with the guidance of an Occupational Therapist to rehabillitate patients through practicing and supporting activities of daily living such as, washing and dressing, meal preparation, transfers.
  • Supporting the completion of home visits with patients along side a qualified therapist.
  • Liaison with internal teams to promote smooth transition for patient from hospital to community.
  • Manual handling
  • Personal care
This role will include working at West Berkshire Community Hospital whilst part of our service is delivered here.

The Royal Berkshire Foundation Trust and the Therapy Department is a fantastic place to work. There is a compassionate culture within the team. The team are also extremely committed to delivering a high quality service to patients.


Main duties of the role can be found in the job description attached and are summarised in the sections above.



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