Occupational Therapy Assistant | West London NHS Trust
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham).We employ 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is £426m.
The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached.
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated individual with an interest in working with children.
The Children’s Therapy Team provides services to children aged 0-19 years with varying special needs. You will be responsible for assisting the Occupational Therapy Team in a variety of community settings such as nurseries, mainstream schools, clinic setting and children’s homes.
Experience of working with children with disabilities will be an advantage, however, we do provide a comprehensive supervision structure, in-service training and peer support.
The closing date may be brought forward if sufficient applications have been received.
Duties will include providing general administrative and organisational support, assisting in the delivery of therapy programmes and group sessions and maintenance of prescribed equipment.
The ability to complete manual handling, work independently, as well as being a team player, is vital. You must be able to demonstrate good organisational and communication skills, as well as have an understanding of the needs of children with disabilities and their carers.
This advert closes on Friday 4 Oct 2024