Jobs, fresher vacancy - Occupational Therapy Assistant • Staffordshire

Company: Active Care Group

Staffordshire

Come and join one of the UK's largest independent providers in complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.Are you passionate about making a difference in young people's lives? We're looking for a motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team at Ivetsey Bank Hospital, a Tier 4 CAMHS service providing specialist inpatient care for young people aged 12-17 with complex mental health needs.About the RoleAs our Occupational Therapy Assistant, you'll work closely with the Occupational Therapists and wider therapy and nursing teams to support the development and delivery of therapeutic interventions and groups for our young people. You'll play a vital role in helping them develop daily living skills, improve their confidence, and engage in meaningful occupations during their recovery.What you'll be working:This is a full-time role 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.What you'll be doing:Support the planning and delivery of individual and group-based therapeutic activitiesEncourage participation in self-care, leisure, education, and vocational tasksAssist in assessing functional skills and documenting progressSupport the maintenance of therapy equipment and resourcesWork collaboratively with young people, families, and the wider MDTKeep people safe from any harm and protect their human rights.What you'll have:Experience working with children or young people, ideally in a mental health or education settingA full UK driving licence and willingness to drive company vehicles is essentialA caring, empathetic approach with strong communication skillsAbility to work flexibly and effectively as part of a teamBasic understanding of Occupational Therapy or willingness to learnNVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Health and Social Care is desirable but not essentialSuccessful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBSWe also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability Confident employer.What to look forward to:25 days plus bank holidaysBirthday offJoin the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunitiesActive Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shopFree 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer adviceA Nest Personal Pension accountAccess to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticiansWe recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programmeEnhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefitsRefer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you knowand, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group