About this role
Job summary Are you an Occupational Therapist Assistant looking to work for a company that supports, values and recognises your dedication to delivering great healthcare? If so, this might be for you. Join Wellesley Hospital as an Occupational Therapist Assistant Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, you will support the service in delivering structured activities and assisting in the planning for individual and group therapeutic interventions. You will build one-to-one rapports with service users to encourage participation in activities and empower recovery. As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will contribute to the assessment, monitoring, evaluation, and modification of structured activities in order to measure progression and ensure effectiveness. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will be supported regionally and will have access to a variety of training and online courses to support your career development and growth.
Main duties of the job The Occupational Therapist Assistant role is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting the healthcare industry. At Wellesley Hospital, under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, you will be involved in delivering structured activities and assisting in the planning of therapeutic interventions. You will build rapports with service users to help encourage participation and support their recovery. Your contributions will aid in assessing, monitoring, evaluating, and modifying activities to ensure their effectiveness. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will benefit from regional support and access to various training and courses to further your career development.
About us Elysium Healthcare is a significant player in the healthcare sector, employing over 8,000 staff. The organisation has a comprehensive network of over 80 services across England and Wales, offering care in fields such as Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education. As a part of Ramsay Health Care, Elysium Healthcare is part of a global network that extends to 10 countries with over 86,000 employees globally. At Elysium, a unique approach is taken to the delivery of care, and there are ample opportunities for staff to grow and move within the organisation. With a commitment to safer recruitment and being a Disability Confident employer, Elysium fosters inclusive and accessible recruitment processes.
Job description Job responsibilities
Are you an Occupational Therapist Assistant looking to work for a company that supports, values and recognises your dedication to delivering great healthcare? If so, this might be for you.
Join Wellesley Hospital as an Occupational Therapist Assistant
Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, you will support the service in delivering structured activities and assisting in the planning for individual and group therapeutic interventions. You will build one-to-one rapports with service users to encourage participation in activities and empower recovery.
As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will contribute to the assessment, monitoring, evaluation, and modification of structured activities in order to measure progression and ensure effectiveness.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will be supported regionally and will have access to a variety of training and online courses to support your career development and growth.
As an Occupational Therapist Assistant you will be:
Assisting Occupational Therapists, Nurses and other MDT staff in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual care plans. Supporting service users to achieve their goals and access appropriate services. Maintaining adequate records, entering details in the service user healthcare records. To be successful in this role, you will have:
GCSE/O-Levels (A-C) or a relevant NVQ2. Experience in a similar environment & Mental Health Verbal and written communication skills Where you will be working:
Location: Westpark 26, Chelston, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9FF
You will be working at Wellesley Hospital, a purpose built 101 bed hospital in Wellington (Somerset) for men and women with Mental Health needs.
There are 6 wards for people with Mental Health needs and 1 ward for people with Learning Disabilities and Autism.
The Wellesley Hospital built in 2017 works alongside Devon Partnership NHS Trust, Avon and Wiltshire Foundation Trust, Cornwall Foundation Trust, 2gether Foundation Trust, and Livewell to deliver the best possible environment for patients with Mental Health issues.
What You’ll Get
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
Annual base salary of £25,058 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free meals and onsite free parking About us:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
GCSE/O-Levels (A-C) or a relevant NVQ2. Experience in a similar environment & Mental Health Verbal and written communication skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Elysium Healthcare
Address Elysium Healthcare
Wellington
TA21 9FF
Employer's website https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)