Senior Occupational Therapy Support Worker

2 days ago


Bristol, United Kingdom North Bristol NHS Trust Full time

Owing to reconfiguration, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a senior occupational therapy support worker within our Specialist Neurosciences Team providing an inpatient service to adults.

The team is part of the wider occupational therapy service and benefits from close multi-disciplinary team working. The Trust provides specialist neurological services for a wide spectrum of conditions, serving the south west of England.

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual, with previous experience of working as a therapy support worker, relevant knowledge, skillsand a genuine interest in this specialty.

Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, you will provide a range of interventions to support service delivery for patients whomay be in pain, have reduced mobility, function, muscle strength, range of movement or cognitive issues, working within an agreed framework. This will be delivered either on the wards or in therapy areas.

The role forms part of the wider multidisciplinary team and will also include administrative and housekeeping duties to support the overall management of the service.

North Bristol NHS Trust is a great place to work. Situated in the vibrant city of Bristol is our award-winning building opened in 2014, offering exceptional facilities for patients and staff alike. The service has access to therapy rooms, a large ADL kitchen, purpose designed splint room and therapy garden.

There is plenty of support in the team with development opportunities and training courses available. Additional benefits include award schemes for excellence, staff restaurants, green spaces and an extensive well-being programme.

**The post holder will be required to**:
Provide identified therapeutic interventions or programmes within the framework devised by the Occupational Therapist.

Monitor individual progress within delegated Occupational Therapy programmes, adhering to specified protocols, evaluating outcomes, and adapting input as appropriate.

Assist occupational therapists with service delivery, contributing to the overall management of delegated caseload.

Carry out administrative and housekeeping duties, taking responsibility for designated tasks.



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