Occupational Therapy Assistant

Ackerman Pierce

Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 9 days

Slough, Berkshire SL13XX, England

Part Time

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Sonic Summary

Slough is seeking an enthusiastic Occupational Therapy Assistant to join a dynamic team on a full-time contract with the option to work from home.
The position is initially for 3 to 6 months, with the possibility of extension, and requires a minimum of 2 years of experience as an OTA.
Key responsibilities include assisting with assessments of service users, complex moving and handling, and providing advice on home modifications.
Candidates must have previous experience working with an Occupational Therapist in the community and possess manual handling experience.
The role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity for additional training and support from a dedicated consultant.

Slough are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Occupational Therapy Assistant to join a well-structured and dynamic team. The client offers a full-time contract with an opportunity to work from home, a fair and manageable caseload and further training in your portfolio. The vacancy will be for an initial 3 - 6 months with potential for extension.

Main Duties for the Occupational Therapy Assistant includes.

Assisting with the assessment of service users and carers with complex needs in relation to home environment
Complex moving and handling.
Assessing the functional needs of adults in their homes and in a community setting, in line with all relevant legislation.
Signposting, equipment and/or minor adaptations using client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.
Providing advice, and assessments for equipment and home modifications.
Recommending adaptations.
Aiding Occupational Therapists with moving and handling assessments.
An awareness of the importance of safeguarding vulnerable people, plus an understanding of the importance of dignity & respect when dealing with people.

To Be Successful.

Previous experience working as or with an Occupational Therapist in the community.
Min 2 years Experience as an OTA.
Previous experience working with adaptations.
Manual handling experience.
Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)
Eligibility to work in the UK

Benefits of Working with Slough.

Our client offers the opportunity for additional training for both perm and temporary members of staff within the authority. With new projects underway in various teams, they offer a very competitive rate of pay.

Why Join Our Agency?

With over 10 years' experience recruiting directly into social care, Ackerman Pierce prides itself on the unique services we deliver to our candidates. Each candidate is assigned their own personal consultant who will support them through every placement. We also offer a DBS and a quick and easy registration process. Not forgetting a guaranteed payment into your account every week.

To discuss this OTA vacancy, or any similar roles we have available, please contact Ella Hajittofis or email us your updated CV today!

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