Occupational Therapy Assistant | Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
| Company: | Essex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,760 - £27,476 Per annum plus HCA |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Grays, RM16 2PX |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 12 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 21 Nov 2026 |
Summary
The Occupational Therapy Assistant will support the delivery of interventions within Older Adult Mental Health services, working within the Day Treatment Team across a number of sites in the trust. The team consists of Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Nurse Therapist and Occupational Therapy Assistant.
The successful candidate will work as part of the Day Treatment Team in the Thurrock and Essex area, screening for groups and assisting with Cognitive Stimulation Therapy and Living Well With Dementia groups. The Occupational Therapy Assistant will be supported with regular supervision, team meetings and opportunities for development attending the monthly CPD meeting.
• Support the Day Treatment Team in delivering interventions for older adults with mental health needs, particularly those experiencing cognitive difficulties, memory problems and cognitive impairment.
• Screen and assess suitability of service users for therapeutic groups.
• Assist with weekly Cognitive Stimulation Therapy and Living Well with Dementia groups.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary Day Treatment Team across different sites.
• Attend supervision, team meetings and continuing professional development sessions to support learning and development.
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
Benefits
• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years’ service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.
Work that wraps around your needs
• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.
Work as part of the multidisciplinary Day Treatment Team across Thurrock and Essex, supporting Occupational Therapists and other professionals in delivering therapeutic interventions for older adults with mental health needs, including dementia, memory loss and cognitive impairment. Assist with screening service users for group suitability and facilitate Cognitive Stimulation Therapy and Living Well with Dementia groups to promote cognitive functioning, social engagement, independence and overall wellbeing. Participate in regular supervision, team meetings and monthly continuing professional development (CPD) sessions to enhance knowledge, skills and professional development.
This advert closes on Monday 23 Nov 2026
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