Occupational Therapy Assistant

6 months ago


Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust Full time

The post holder will be based at Maples Ward in the Cavell Centre, working as part of the Occupational Therapy Team within the Older Peoples Inpatient Mental Health Services. Guidance and supervision will be offered by the Occupational Therapists within the team.

To work as a member of the Occupational Therapy Team, to provide occupational therapy assessment and interventions for older people with dementia and/or functional mental health conditions, this can be done though individual or group settings. This will take place with those who are admitted to the Older Peoples Inpatient Wards at the Cavell Centre.

In partnership with the individual the Occupational Therapy Assistant will work in line with the individual’s assessment and treatment formulation to involve the individual, in a structured set of interventions. With the supervision of an occupational Therapist and other members of the Therapy team.
- To work as a member of the Occupational Therapy Team, to provide occupational therapy assessment and interventions for older people with dementia and/or functional mental health conditions, this can be done though individual or group settings. This will take place with those who are admitted to the Older Peoples Inpatient Wards at the Cavell Centre.
- In partnership with the individual the Occupational Therapy Assistant will work in line with the individual’s assessment and treatment formulation to involve the individual, in a structured set of interventions. With the supervision of an occupational Therapist and other members of the Therapy team.
- To work in conjunction with the Wards Multidisciplinary Team, care providers and family to enable the individual to achieve their goals.

Developing your existing talents, learning new skills and with supervision of Occupational Therapists, you will help to develop a range of activities that support people through their recovery journey. Utilising a caring, supportive, proactive, and person-centred approach, you will support individuals to achieve their personal goals and enhance their quality of life.

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health & social care organisation dedicated to providing high quality care with compassion to improve the health & wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting & empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.

Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services not only via inpatient and primary care setting but also with the community. These services include Children, Adult & Older Peoples mental & physical health, Forensic & Specialist mental health, Learning Disabilities, Primary Care & Liaison psychiatry, Substance misuse, Social care, Research & Development.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities

The post holder will be based at Maples Ward in the Cavell Centre, working as part of the Occupational Therapy Team within the Older Peoples Inpatient Mental Health Services. Guidance and supervision will be offered by the Occupational Therapists within the team.
Overall responsibility for Occupational Therapy interventions is held by the Occupational Therapists. However, as the Occupational Therapy Assistant you will be heavily involved in assessment, intervention delivery, evaluation, and quality measurement processes.
Your work will be with the service users of the Older Peoples Inpatient Mental Health Service, but where appropriate may include interaction with family and carers, other mental health professionals, and other non-NHS agencies.
The format for interventions will include both group-based and targeted individual 1:1 session. These may be held in ward-based environments, the community or within the person’s own home.
Interventions will focus on supporting/promoting independence through person-centred goals in areas such as daily living skills, self-care, leisure activities, vocation, social inclusion, developing coping strategies, and building support networks.
You will need to be able to communicate your observations, analysis, and evaluation of the interventions you have facilitated to the Occupational Therapists and other appropriate staff members (E.g., Doctor, Psychologist, Nurse in Charge).
You will need to be able to use electronic records to document your observations, analysis, and evaluations of the interventions you have facilitated.
To support the Occupational Therapists with home visits and community-based assessments when required.

**To be noted**:
This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, and the post holder may be required to undertake other duties, which fall within the grade of the job, in discussion with the manager.

This job description will be reviewed regularly in the light of changing service requirements and any such changes will be discussed with the post holder.
- DVLA have a number of reciprocal arrangements with overseas countries, for further information please vi



  • Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities The post holder will be based at Maples Ward in the Cavell Centre, working as part of the Occupational Therapy Team within the Older Peoples Inpatient Mental Health Services. Guidance and supervision will be offered by the Occupational Therapists within...


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job OverviewCambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapy Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will work with older adults in the community, providing specialist occupational therapy interventions and care coordination.About the RoleThis is a full-time position that requires the ability to...


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job Title: Occupational Therapy SpecialistCompany Overview:Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health and social care organisation dedicated to providing high-quality care with compassion to improve the health and wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting and empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.Salary: £43,041 -...

  • Therapy Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Peterborough, United Kingdom P J Care Ltd Full time

    Job summary We are currently looking for a Therapy Assistant to join our Therapy team in our 105 bed Eagle Wood Neurological Care Centre in Peterborough. The right person will participate as a full member of the Therapy team in the implementation of individual treatment plans including other relevant multi-disciplinary team members where appropriate....


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Join us as a Mental Health Occupational Therapy Lead and take on a rewarding challenge that will allow you to make a meaningful contribution to the lives of people living with mental health conditions. As a leader in our occupational therapy team, you will have the opportunity to shape and deliver high-quality care services that meet the needs of our...


  • Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, United Kingdom JustOT Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team as a Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist Lead. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in leading occupational therapy teams and developing effective partnerships with schools and education settings.About the RoleThe Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist...


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Sanctuary Personnel Ltd Full time

    We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist and Speech Therapy professional to join our team at Sanctuary Personnel Ltd. The ideal candidate will possess a degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy or Speech and Language Therapy, be HCPC registered, and have recent UK/NHS post-qualifying experience.Key responsibilities for this role...


  • Peterborough, United Kingdom North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are looking for a part time (30.0 hours per week) Band 4 Therapy Assistant Practitioner to join the amazing Acute Medicine Therapy Team at Peterborough City Hospital. Are you enthusiastic and motivated with a passion for caring? This exciting role could be for you. Experience of working as a therapy assistant or in a hospital/community/caring...


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team at Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust. As an Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for providing specialist occupational therapy interventions to individuals with mental health conditions. The successful candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in...


  • Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, United Kingdom Cpl Healthcare Full time

    As a Band 5 Occupational Therapist at Northwest Anglia NHS Trust, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, where no two days are the same. With a focus on patient-centered care, you will work closely with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to develop and implement effective treatment plans.The role requires a minimum...


  • Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary Do you have a passion for working with older people and are motivated and enthusiastic individual, we have a unique opportunity within our service for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our Team within Older Peoples' Mental Health Inpatient Ward in Peterborough. The post will be working with older adults with both functional and...


  • Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, United Kingdom JustOT Full time

    About This Opportunity:">We are seeking a skilled and experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our team in Hertfordshire.Key Responsibilities:">To assess and treat children with occupational participation difficulties using evidence-based methods.To work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement effective...


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    We require a highly skilled Paediatric Occupational Therapist to provide therapy services to children with complex needs in our locations. This role involves conducting assessments, developing therapy plans, and working in various environments to meet the unique needs of each child.Compensation:A salary of up to £52,000 per annum, depending on experience,...

  • Therapy Specialist

    4 weeks ago


    Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Full time

    Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver Occupational Therapy interventions underpinned by the Model of Human Occupation and the principles of recovery.Provide Occupational Therapy assessments, advice, and interventions to support patients to engage in occupational activity and increase function.Act autonomously in the assessment and treatment of patients with complex...


  • Peterborough, United Kingdom North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    If you're enthusiastic, motivated, and dedicated to compassionate care, this role could be an excellent fit for you. There's a possibility for this position to become permanent after the contract period. We're looking for someone with a strong team ethic, a compassionate nature, and a commitment to continuous learning and growth. Flexibility and...


  • Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    We are seeking an experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our team in Littleport, Lakenheath, or Brandon. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of post-graduate experience working with children with physical, neurodevelopmental, and genetic needs.Key Responsibilities:Independently manage a caseload of children, primarily aged birth...


  • Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, United Kingdom JustOT Full time

    JustOT is seeking a dedicated and experienced Lead Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our team in Hertfordshire.Salary: £40,150 - 34 weeks, term time only. Estimated salary: £73,540 per annum (pro rata).About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and motivated occupational therapist to lead our paediatric occupational therapy...


  • Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, United Kingdom Austin Fraser Full time

    Austin Fraser invites applications from experienced occupational therapists looking to make a meaningful impact in an acute hospital setting.The successful candidate will bring expertise in a range of clinical areas, including Neurology, Orthopaedics, Medicine, Elderly Care, Stroke, and Surgery.This attractive opportunity features a competitive hourly rate...


  • Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, United Kingdom JustOT Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to take on the role of Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist Lead at JustOT. The successful candidate will have a strong background in paediatric occupational therapy, excellent communication skills, and experience in working with children with special educational needs.About the...


  • Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, United Kingdom JustOT Full time

    Job TitleSr. Pediatric Occupational Therapist - Lead PositionAbout the RoleJustOT is seeking an experienced Sr. Pediatric Occupational Therapist to lead our Occupational Therapy department in a non-selective school setting in Hertfordshire. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in paediatric occupational therapy, excellent leadership skills, and...