Therapy Assistant

2 weeks ago


Maidstone Kent, United Kingdom Kent Community Health NHS Trust Full time

We have an exciting opportunity for two Band 4 Therapy Assistant posts within North West Kent Children's Therapies.
You will be working with the Health Visiting team using the Early Language Identification Measure (ELIM) tool within the 2 – 2 ½ year health and wellbeing reviews across Kent to support early identification of SLCN.
The post holder will be delivering the early intervention package with parents/carers of children identified by the tool. You will also work in close liaison with the Senior Public Health Assistants (SPHAs) delivering the reviews.
The ELIM sessions will be held within the local Children's Centres as follows:
These ELIM sessions will be combined with vacant Band 4 Therapy Assistant sessions in the Children's Therapies team. The post holder will be working within children's services already and have an understanding of local offers and will already and demonstrate experience working within this clinical area.
Have experience of coaching and empowering parents to support their child’s SLC within the home environment and in everyday activities
• Have the communication skills to work in partnership with parents, Health Visiting and Early years settings
• Staff will be required to work in the community and local knowledge of the wider system to signpost families is desirable. One of the largest community NHS trusts in the UK, KCHFT are rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC. We’ve got a passion for delivering high standards of care to patients and deliver excellent services to improve the health of our communities. We’re committed to equality , diversity and inclusion, which leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. So, all our colleagues have equal access to career opportunities.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement without having to sacrifice time for personal interests or family commitments. Looking for professional development? Our career pathways will help you achieve your aspirations
If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know so they can help you with this.
Find out more about the community difference here .
Although vaccination against COVID-19 is not mandatory, we are strongly encouraging colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. Evidence of Foundation Degree Level study (Level 5)
Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C or equivalent in English and Maths)
Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Senior Healthcare worker
Experience of community environment
Awareness of professional issues and recent developments in the NHS and Primary Care including Clinical Governance, NICE, Essence of Care

Flexible and adaptable
Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
#


  • Therapy Assistant

    7 days ago


    Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Kent Community Health NHS Trust Full time

    We have an exciting opportunity for two Band 4 Therapy Assistant posts within North West Kent Children's Therapies. You will be working with the Health Visiting team using the Early Language Identification Measure (ELIM) tool within the 2 – 2 ½ year health and wellbeing reviews across Kent to support early identification of SLCN. The post holder...

  • Therapy Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Kent Community Health NHS Trust Full time

    We have an exciting opportunity for two Band 4 Therapy Assistant posts within North West Kent Children's Therapies. You will be working with the Health Visiting team using the Early Language Identification Measure (ELIM) tool within the 2 – 2 ½ year health and wellbeing reviews across Kent to support early identification of SLCN. The post holder...

  • Therapy Assistant

    1 month ago


    Maidstone, United Kingdom Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are looking for a Therapy Assistant to join West Kent's Community Neurological Rehabilitation Team (CNRT) in a full-time position. CNRT in West Kent provides a specialist high quality comprehensive therapy service to patients with neurological impairment. This includes assessment, advice and treatment of patients presenting with neurological impairments...

  • Therapy Assistant

    3 weeks ago


    Maidstone, United Kingdom Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for two Band 4 Therapy Assistant posts within North West Kent Children's will be working with the Health Visiting team using the Early Language Identification Measure (ELIM) tool within the 2- 2 1/2 year health and wellbeing reviews across Kent to support early identification of post holder will be...


  • Maidstone, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full time

    This is an exciting development opportunity for a Band 3 Occupational Therapy role within Acute services at Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Trust. We are a friendly and supportive team with robust supervision and training in place. Our aim for clients is to prevent unnecessary hospital admission, support them to remain in the environment of their choice and...

  • Assistant Professor

    1 month ago


    Rochester, Kent, United Kingdom OceanWP Theme by OceanWP Full time

    Contact: Laurie Keough lkeough7@naz.edu Job Description: This is a 9 month, full-time tenure track position in music therapy. To view the job description and apply, please see information posted at this link: Your donations are an important contribution to the MAR-AMTA organization #J-18808-Ljbffr

  • SEN Teacher

    2 weeks ago


    Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Education 365 Full time

    Do you have experience teaching ASD, SEN and SEMH students? Are you a qualified SEN teacher seeking a new opportunity? September start -Flexible benefits -Progression opportunities -Outstanding training -Sick pay This brand-new enthusiastic SEN school is looking for a passionate and hardworking SEN teacher. This SEN teacher will be working with KS1 & 2...


  • Maidstone, United Kingdom Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust Full time

    Running therapeutic groups and activities with patients. Creating a therapeutic environment with access to fresh air and sensory interventions. Signposting patients for support in the community to support their recovery needs. Supporting discharge planning. Involving family, friends and carers in the care and treatment of patients. Escorting patients on...


  • Maidstone, United Kingdom Maidstone Borough Council Full time

    Job reference 001801 Date posted 22/02/2023 Application closing date 03/04/2023 Location Maidstone Salary Grade 7 £25,856 - £27,585 Package Blank Contractual hours Blank Basis Blank Job category/type Housing Attachments Blank Job description - About the Role: Here at, Maidstone Borough Council we are expanding our Housing Management...


  • Maidstone, United Kingdom St Andrew's Healthcare Full time

    **Community Based Mental Health Therapy Services** **Work from home and in the community** **Location:Home Counties** **Sussex, Surrey, Kent, Hertfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, Hampshire, Oxfordshire** **Salary: £42,230 - £54,650 depending on experience** **Career Level C / Expert / (NHS Band 7 - 8a)** **Hours: Full Time 37.5 hours a...


  • Maidstone, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full time

    We are an ever-expanding team with a high profile within the Cancer Centre and Kent & Medway Cancer Network. In order to meet the demands and challenges of a growing service, we require forward thinking, talented individuals who are keen to contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient focused services. An excellent opportunity has arisen for a...


  • Gillingham, Kent, United Kingdom Medway NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    To undertake assessment, standardised and non-standardised, of patients and children including those with diverse and complex presentations and conditions: using clinical reasoning skills and assessment techniques to formulate individualised treatment plans and programmes To deliver individualised Occupational Therapy intervention and treatment programmes...


  • Margate, Kent, United Kingdom Kent Community Health NHS Trust Full time

    Health and Rehabilitation Care Assistant NHS AfC: Band 3 Main area Adult community services Grade NHS AfC: Band 3 Contract Permanent Hours Full time Flexible working More emphasis on community-based care means there’s never been a better time to join us. We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Health and Rehabilitation Care Assistant to...


  • Kent, United Kingdom Finegreen Full time

    Finegreen are supporting the interim appoint of a Allied Health Professionals Clinical Development Lead. This role is new to the organisation, reporting into the SMT structure to enhance and develop the professional practice of AHP’s within the organisation. Please note, accommodation will be provided for this contract. Key responsibilities will...


  • Gravesham, Kent, United Kingdom Red Sector Recruitment Limited Full time

    Locum Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Stroke and Neurological Rehabilitation Inpatient Ward * £28 per hour * 3-month Locum Contract, Full-time * We are seeking a motivated and experienced Locum Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join an interdisciplinary team in providing high-quality rehabilitation services to stroke and neurological patients within an...


  • Gravesham, Kent, United Kingdom Uniform Education Full time

    Title: Occupational Therapist Location - Gravesend Special Educational Needs school JOB PURPOSE To assess and carry out interventions for pupils of Ifield with a range of motor, sensory and neurological difficulties.To advise and provide clinical support to other staff on Occupational Therapy priorities in line with the school’s curriculum.To supervise...

  • Market Attendant

    4 weeks ago


    Maidstone, United Kingdom Maidstone Borough Council Full time

    Job reference 001800 Date posted 22/03/2023 Application closing date 02/04/2023 Location Maidstone Salary Grade 3 £21,029 per annum pro rata Package Blank Contractual hours Blank Basis Blank Job category/type Manual Attachments Blank Job description - About the Role: We have an opportunity for you to join the team at the weekly market in...


  • Maidstone, United Kingdom AFH Financial Group Full time

    **Corporate Administrator (Core)** A fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading independent financial advisory and wealth management firms. We have an exciting opportunity to join our existing Corporate team. We are looking for those of you who wish to grow with us as a business in our Maidstone office with hybrid working opportunities. You...


  • Gravesham, Kent, United Kingdom Red Sector Recruitment Limited Full time

    Locum Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Stroke and Neurological Rehabilitation Inpatient Ward £28 per hour3-month Locum Contract, Full-timeGravesend, Kent, DA11 We are seeking a motivated and experienced Locum Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join an interdisciplinary team in providing high-quality rehabilitation services to stroke and neurological patients...


  • Gravesend, Kent, United Kingdom Red Sector Recruitment Limited Full time

    Locum Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Stroke and Neurological Rehabilitation Inpatient Ward * £28 per hour * 3-month Locum Contract, Full-time * Gravesend, Kent, DA11 We are seeking a motivated and experienced Locum Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join an interdisciplinary team in providing high-quality rehabilitation services to stroke and...