Occupational Therapy Assistant (Part-time)

Job description

About UsCygnet Health Care was established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services in England, Scotland and Wales.

Your RoleOccupational Therapy Assistant

Working hours22.5 hours (3 days per week)

Salary£18,112 per annum based on working 3 days per week (£30,186 FTE)

Service Line

Learning Disability Mental Health

Learning Disability Other (Autism Spectrum Disorder)

LocationCygnet Hospital Harrow, London Road, Harrow-on-the-hill, HA1 3JL

Responsible toHead of Occupational Therapy and Regional Lead Occupational Therapist

Summary of the siteCygnet Harrow is a 5‐ward hospital based in one of the most beautiful areas in London. We have a variety of different wards, including two highly specialised male ASD wards and acute services. We have a designated qualified OT for each service line as well as OTAs and Activity Coordinators supporting the activities on the wards.

Role DescriptionThe Occupational Therapy Assistant role involves planning and implementing therapeutic activities appropriate to the needs, choices and interests of individuals in our care, under the supervision and guidance of a qualified Occupational Therapist. The role includes working with the in‐house MDT which is designed to support the individual in our care throughout their journey with us.

Team members include nurses, psychologists, psychology assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, social workers, speech and language therapists, and psychiatrists, as well as 24/7 support from the nursing team.

You will mainly be working on the male rehabilitation wards with some crossover and opportunities for rotation to the acute ward as you progress within the role.

BenefitsWe offer the following benefits:

Free parking

Free meals for staff on duty

Relocation package available

Group pension plan to help you save for the future

NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card (includes big brand discounts)

Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice

Plus much more...

Qualifications and Experience

Understanding of working with individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Excellent communication and time management skills.

Ability to manage highly demanding clinical presentation.

Interest in the field of adult mental health/ learning disabilities (ASD mental health).

RequirementsSuccessful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check, and employment will be subject to successful clearance.

Preceptorship & InductionWe offer an Occupational Therapy Assistant preceptorship programme in the first 12 months to support and consolidate core skills, plus regular virtual Q&A sessions with our clinical lead OT and networking with other OT Assistants in your service line.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Harrow

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English