Occupational Therapy Assistant


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£30,630 to £32,346 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Erith, DA8 3EE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	9 Sept 2026
Closing date:	16 Sept 2026

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Summary

Clinical To work effectively as a member of a team in providing groups that are community based therapeutic activities, this post aims to focus on promoting meaningful in the community. To use technical, creative, psychosocial and daily living skills to engage clients in therapeutic activities to promote independence, well-being and social inclusion. Under supervision of a registered OT, facilitate/co-facilitate planned community group work and individual activities. Engage in ongoing continuous assessment and treatment and adjust own clinical interventions based on the fluctuating needs of the service users. Contribute to formal OT assessments, under guidance of a registered OT and provide feedback on clients occupational functioning. Assist in the implementation, evaluation and modification of OT and team interventions. Under supervision of a registered OT, instruct and support service users to achieve their goals. Undertake delegated tasks to contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service. Communication To form professional relationships with service users, who often exhibit challenging behaviour, and communicate with them in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture. To report effectively to the team on service users performance/progress in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure. To communicate appropriately with carers. Documentation To ensure that up to date written and electronic and activity data are maintained in accordance with professional and Trust standards. To open referrals and follow operational policy to managing caseload. To follow the processes for addressing complaints and incidents. Professional To adhere to the COT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and all other relevant policies and procedures. Leadership, supervision &appraisal In line with Trust guidelines, review and reflect on your own practise and performance through regular participation in professional supervision and personal development reviews. Training staff &students To participate in the induction, training and education of students and other staff in this setting. Servicedevelopment &delivery To participate in and contribute to the development of the OT service across the Service. Professionaldevelopment To undertake relevant activities to meet personal development objectives identified with your supervisor. To develop and maintain a CPD portfolio. To keep a record of your training and development activities. To participate in and contribute to the MDT Clinical Development Meetings Clinicalgovernance,quality, standards Participate in clinical governance activities i.e. critical appraisal, peer review. To have knowledge of risk assessment and management and incorporate these principles into your practice. Linemanagement,staff, budgets To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance. To be responsible for equipment and supplies and where appropriate the management of petty cash. Physical & MentalEffort Complex workload within a busy department Research & practice development As part of a team, incorporate up-to-date techniques and ideas of positive practise into your programme. Under the supervision of a qualified OT utilise evidence based practice in your everyday work. To participate in OT/team audit and evaluation activities as agreed with your supervisor.

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