Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant Therapy Practitioner
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust · Healthcare Assistant · viaNHS Jobs
£29812.00 to £32715.00
- Closing date
- 9 Nov 2026
- Posted
- 4d ago
- Specialism
- Healthcare Assistant
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Reference
- nhs-5685005
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Job summary
Whilst we welcome all applications from all suitable candidates, unfortunately, we will not be offering sponsorship for this role.
We have an exciting opportunity for the combined role of Occupational Therapy (OT)/Physiotherapy Assistant Therapy Practitioner (ATP) in our inpatient services for Mental Health for Older People (MHSOP). Applicants who have a specialist skill such as music skills that can be utilised in a therapeutic way are welcomed.
These roles are predominantly aimed at working with older adults with depression, psychosis and frailty however in our other units we also work with service users with dementia. The ability to travel to our sites in Hertford, Radlett, as well as Hemel Hempstead, St Albans, and Stevenage is necessary. We offer excellent on-site support and skill development opportunities within the role. Our core service hours are Monday to Friday, 9-5, no shift or weekend work. Start/finish times can be adjusted slightly after a flexible working discussion.
We are a welcoming and positive team who work hard to achieve good outcomes for our service users therefore experience of team working is required. You will need to have clinical experience of working with people with mental health needs. A passion for helping people to engage in meaningful occupations is essential.
Please email to arrange a chat or visit; claire.potts6@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
As an Assistant Therapy Practitioner you would be required to:
Provide both individual and group interventions for service users in a busy ward environment
Provide occupationally based assessments and interventions under the guidance of an occupational therapist and physiotherapist
Evaluate your interventions and report back to the team, adjusting future interventions accordingly
Work collaboratively with the other members of the therapy team and wider MDT
Have the opportunity to work autonomously, use your initiative and creative skills
Develop knowledge and application of the Model of Human Occupation and other specialist assessments
Be responsible for organisation of your own workload, timetable and accurate and timely documentation of clinical notes
Attend and participate in the ATP CPD and support meeting.
Support students, junior members of staff, visitors, volunteers and visiting therapists, such as Music Therapy
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.
Details
Date posted
26 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£29,812 to £32,715 a year per annum, pro rata (Inclusive of 5% HCAS)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
367-SS-101586
Job locations
Wren Ward
Kingfisher Court, Kingsley Green, Harper Lane
Radlett
WD7 9HQ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
We provide Occupational Therapy (OT) and Physiotherapy (PT) for those experiencing a range of mental health issues in later life. We provide a range of assessments and support our service users to achieve their goals through graded intervention, psychoeducation and encouragement to re-engage in activities which are meaningful to the service user.
As an Assistant Therapy Practitioner you would be involved in the provision of interventions for service users. This would involve a variety of methods, including providing opportunity to Service Users who may have difficulty engaging in day to day occupation. On a 1:1 or group basis, we will support you to develop the skills to support meaningful interaction and occupation with our Service Users.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- To plan and facilitate occupationally based groups guided by an Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist.
- To work individually with service users on specific tasks and therapeutic activity guided by an Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist.
- To carry our specific Therapy assessments as guided by an Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist.
- To promote a culture of engagement in meaningful occupation within the service in order to enhance quality of life.
- To provide interventions in the manner that is consistent with Trust standards and values.
- To provide feedback to the team regarding observed occupational performance during a session which will contribute to assessment and therapeutic interventions.
- To maintain clinical records using the electronic patient record system.
- To liaise with carers and other professionals as relevant.
- To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance.
- To attend mandatory training.
- To undertake relevant activities to meet training objectives identified with your supervisor.
- To keep a record of your training and development activities.
Clinical Responsibility
- To work effectively as a member of a team in providing therapeutic activities using a person centered and occupationally based approach.
- To provide core Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy advice, intervention and support given to service users and their carers under guidance of the Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist.
- To provide timely feedback to the MDT information regarding the service users wellbeing and occupational performance.
- To use technical/creative skills to engage service users in meaningful and appropriate activities to promote independence, recovery and well-being.
- Under guidance of an Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist, facilitate and deliver planned group-work and individual activities.
- Under the guidance of the Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist provide ongoing assessment and adjustment of clinical interventions based on the fluctuating needs of the service users.
- Undertake delegated tasks to contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service.
- To ensure that up to date written and electronic records and activity data are maintained in accordance with Professional and Trust standards.
- To contribute to risk assessments with regards to service users and clinical environment.
- To report incidents, safeguarding concerns, complaints and compliments.
- To actively participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal.
- To actively participate in safety huddles and de-brief sessions as appropriate.
- To adhere to the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, the Trusts Code of Conduct for Non-qualified Staff and all other relevant policies and procedures.
Leadership and Staff Management Responsibility
- To support in the learning and experience of Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and other Multi-disciplinary students on placement within the unit within the remit of the role.
Financial Responsibility
- To manage stock, advising and obtaining resources to carry out the job.
- To be responsible for the safekeeping and use of equipment and materials.
- To follow Service procedures with regards to use of and recording of petty cash use within the unit.
- To be responsible for the completion of own expenses claim.
- To ensure effective and efficient use of resources
Job responsibilities
We provide Occupational Therapy (OT) and Physiotherapy (PT) for those experiencing a range of mental health issues in later life. We provide a range of assessments and support our service users to achieve their goals through graded intervention, psychoeducation and encouragement to re-engage in activities which are meaningful to the service user.
As an Assistant Therapy Practitioner you would be involved in the provision of interventions for service users. This would involve a variety of methods, including providing opportunity to Service Users who may have difficulty engaging in day to day occupation. On a 1:1 or group basis, we will support you to develop the skills to support meaningful interaction and occupation with our Service Users.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- To plan and facilitate occupationally based groups guided by an Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist.
- To work individually with service users on specific tasks and therapeutic activity guided by an Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist.
- To carry our specific Therapy assessments as guided by an Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist.
- To promote a culture of engagement in meaningful occupation within the service in order to enhance quality of life.
- To provide interventions in the manner that is consistent with Trust standards and values.
- To provide feedback to the team regarding observed occupational performance during a session which will contribute to assessment and therapeutic interventions.
- To maintain clinical records using the electronic patient record system.
- To liaise with carers and other professionals as relevant.
- To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance.
- To attend mandatory training.
- To undertake relevant activities to meet training objectives identified with your supervisor.
- To keep a record of your training and development activities.
Clinical Responsibility
- To work effectively as a member of a team in providing therapeutic activities using a person centered and occupationally based approach.
- To provide core Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy advice, intervention and support given to service users and their carers under guidance of the Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist.
- To provide timely feedback to the MDT information regarding the service users wellbeing and occupational performance.
- To use technical/creative skills to engage service users in meaningful and appropriate activities to promote independence, recovery and well-being.
- Under guidance of an Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist, facilitate and deliver planned group-work and individual activities.
- Under the guidance of the Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist provide ongoing assessment and adjustment of clinical interventions based on the fluctuating needs of the service users.
- Undertake delegated tasks to contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service.
- To ensure that up to date written and electronic records and activity data are maintained in accordance with Professional and Trust standards.
- To contribute to risk assessments with regards to service users and clinical environment.
- To report incidents, safeguarding concerns, complaints and compliments.
- To actively participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal.
- To actively participate in safety huddles and de-brief sessions as appropriate.
- To adhere to the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, the Trusts Code of Conduct for Non-qualified Staff and all other relevant policies and procedures.
Leadership and Staff Management Responsibility
- To support in the learning and experience of Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and other Multi-disciplinary students on placement within the unit within the remit of the role.
Financial Responsibility
- To manage stock, advising and obtaining resources to carry out the job.
- To be responsible for the safekeeping and use of equipment and materials.
- To follow Service procedures with regards to use of and recording of petty cash use within the unit.
- To be responsible for the completion of own expenses claim.
- To ensure effective and efficient use of resources
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