Occupational Therapy Assistant
| Posting date: | 16 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £16.00 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | £16.00 an hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 March 2026 |
| Location: | Harlow, CM20 1QX |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | M0042-86872 |
Summary
To report patient progress comprehensively to the therapy team, ensuring all developments and concerns in treatment are communicated clearly and promptly. To contribute to accurate record keeping, maintaining confidentiality at all times and ensuring both written and electronic records are up to date. To provide support, guidance, and education to patients, families, and carers, tailoring communication to individual needs including cultural, age-related, or disability considerations. To actively engage in training and professional development opportunities, maintaining a portfolio that records learning outcomes and skills acquired. To use IT systems effectively for equipment ordering, treatment planning, correspondence with internal and external agencies, and overall administrative support. To maintain a safe, clean, and organised departmental environment, assisting with administrative duties where appropriate and ensuring all therapy staff can work efficiently and safely.