Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Assistant Therapy Practitioner

The closing date is 21 May 2025

Job summary

Band 4 OT Assistant Therapy Practitioner Post

Are you interested in being part of a Crisis Home Treatment Team? Do you have a passion for providing client-centred intervention whilst supporting service users in their recovery journey?

The post is suited to an Assistant Therapy Practitioner who enjoys the challenge of a fast-paced setting where positive Occupational Therapy outcomes are quickly seen. Occupational Therapy is an essential part of the treatment options in the Crisis Service, which supports individuals during the acute phase of mental ill health

The role involves individual sessions, and there is scope for group work. Settings include the Crisis Team base in Hemel Hempstead, the local crisis therapy unit, service users' homes and then local community. Therefore, access to a vehicle is essential

You will receive regular support, individual supervision, and team reflective practice. There are regular opportunities for peer support within the organisation, including Special Interest Groups where attendance of staff from all bands is encouraged

We welcome applications from existing or aspiring Band 4 Assistant Therapy Practitioners and those looking for progression, or the next challenge. We welcome applications from those who are due to start, or are in the process of completing the Occupational Therapy Apprenticeship Program, however this is not a prerequisite for this role. We welcome those who wish to work flexibly.

Main duties of the job

To work with service users who are supported by the Crisis Home Treatment Team, and are experiencing the acute phase of mental illness and need intensive support as an alternative to hospital admission.

To work with Occupational Therapy colleagues within the service and the Trust

To work with MDT members, including supporting the wider team

To work with service users and carers

To liaise with other statutory and non-statutory service providers involved in service user care and Treatment.

To work individually with service users on specific tasks and therapeutic activity guided by an Advanced Assistant Therapy Practitioner
To carry our specific Occupational Therapy assessments as guided by an Advanced Assistant Therapy Practitioner
To promote a culture of engagement in meaningful occupation within the service in to enhance quality of life
To provide interventions in the manner that is consistent with Trust values
To provide feedback to the team regarding observed occupational performance during sessions
To maintain clinical records electronically
To liaise with carers and other professionals as relevant
To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance
To attend mandatory training and keep a record
To undertake relevant activities to meet training objectives identified with your supervisor
May occasionally include planning and facilitation of occupationally based groups

About us

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from theCare Quality Commission.

Our family of over 4,500 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:

Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.

Date posted

07 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,857 to £30,570 a year per annum pro rata (Inclusive of 5% HCAs)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

367-A&UC-9358

Job locations

St Pauls

Slippers Hill

Hemel Hempstead

HP2 5XY

Job description

Job responsibilities

May occasionally include planning and facilitation of occupationally based groups guided by an Occupational Therapist.
To work individually with service users on specific tasks and therapeutic activities guided by an Occupational Therapist.
To work effectively as a member of a team in providing therapeutic activities using a person-centred and occupationally based approach.
To provide core Occupational Therapy advice, intervention and support given to service users and their carers under the guidance of the Occupational Therapist.
To provide timely feedback to the MDT information regarding the service user's wellbeing and occupational performance.
To support in the learning and experience of Occupational Therapy and other Multi-disciplinary students on placement within the unit within the remit of the role.
To provide supervision for Band 3 staff as agreed by the Occupational Therapist.
To manage stock, advising and obtaining resources to carry out the job

For a More in-depth Person and Job Description, please read the attached before applying

Job description

Job responsibilities

May occasionally include planning and facilitation of occupationally based groups guided by an Occupational Therapist.
To work individually with service users on specific tasks and therapeutic activities guided by an Occupational Therapist.
To work effectively as a member of a team in providing therapeutic activities using a person-centred and occupationally based approach.
To provide core Occupational Therapy advice, intervention and support given to service users and their carers under the guidance of the Occupational Therapist.
To provide timely feedback to the MDT information regarding the service user's wellbeing and occupational performance.
To support in the learning and experience of Occupational Therapy and other Multi-disciplinary students on placement within the unit within the remit of the role.
To provide supervision for Band 3 staff as agreed by the Occupational Therapist.
To manage stock, advising and obtaining resources to carry out the job

For a More in-depth Person and Job Description, please read the attached before applying

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Knowledge of Occupational Therapy role within setting
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office and associated packages
A Levels and/or Health and Social Care NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Desirable

Degree in relevant subject

Experience

Essential

Experience of working with people with learning disabilities and/or mental health problems
Experience of leading groups and 1:1 interventions
Ability to work autonomously

Desirable

Experience of working in a OT related setting
Experience of service user and carer involvement in the development of services
Knowledge of Recovery principles
Functional Assessment Training

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Knowledge of Occupational Therapy role within setting
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office and associated packages
A Levels and/or Health and Social Care NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Desirable

Degree in relevant subject

Experience

Essential

Experience of working with people with learning disabilities and/or mental health problems
Experience of leading groups and 1:1 interventions
Ability to work autonomously

Desirable

Experience of working in a OT related setting
Experience of service user and carer involvement in the development of services
Knowledge of Recovery principles
Functional Assessment Training

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Pauls

Slippers Hill

Hemel Hempstead

HP2 5XY

Employer's website

https://www.hpft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Pauls

Slippers Hill

Hemel Hempstead

HP2 5XY

Employer's website

https://www.hpft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)