Occupational Therapy Assistant

Come and join one of the UK's largest providers of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

Are you passionate about starting or developing your career in Occupational Therapy? Do you want to make a real difference for individuals recovering from brain injury and neurological conditions?

This is your chance to grow, learn, and make an impact every day.

At Blackheath Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre, you'll join a friendly, experienced OT team supporting adults with complex cognitive and physical needs following acquired or traumatic brain injury. Our service includes a Level 1 Cognitive-Behavioural ward (21 beds) and a Level 2 Neurorehabilitation ward (18 beds) giving you exposure to a wide range of specialist interventions.

Located just a short walk from Greenwichs cafs and character, Blackheath is a vibrant, inspiring place to build your  this role, you will have the opportunity to:

Work alongside skilled Occupational Therapists who will guide and mentor you

Gain hands-on experience delivering meaningful therapeutic activities

Develop a deep understanding of neurological rehabilitation and functional recovery

Join a passionate, friendly multidisciplinary team committed to exceptional patient care

If you're curious, compassionate, and eager to learn, wed love to hear from you.

Please note:
This advert will close once we have received a sufficient number of applications.

Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.

The Role:

This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week over 5 days. This may include one weekend day with a corresponding mid-week day off. The working pattern will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate. During this time, your key duties and responsibilities will include:

• Collaborate with the Occupational Therapy team to develop individualised rehabilitation plans based on patients’ goals and functional abilities
• Plan and facilitate group therapy sessions, including upper-limb rehabilitation, cooking groups, and community-based activities.
• Implement therapeutic activities to improve patients’ motor skills, co-ordination, balance, strength and cognitive functioning.
• Work with patients on a 1:1 basis, both within the hospital and in the community, to support the development of domestic, self-care, social, or leisure skills under the guidance of a qualified Occupational Therapist, providing updates, queries, or concerns to the multidisciplinary team (MDT) as appropriate.
• Monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal rehabilitation outcomes.
• Provide emotional support and encouragement to patients during their rehabilitation journey.
• Educating patients and their families about strategies for maximising independence and managing challenges related to their condition.
• Responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and ensuring the proper use of occupational therapy equipment.
• Participate in staff training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.

What to look forward to:

• Free lunch when on duty
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend
  Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• ……and, of…