Job Description

Are you already an Occupational Therapy Assistant looking for a new challenge, or do you have a keen interest in this area of work and a desire to enhance your knowledge and understanding of Occupational Therapy.
About Us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services in England, Scotland and Wales.
Your Role
OT Assistant to the Occupational Therapists in Personality Disorder service Cygnet Hospital Clifton.
This is a 9-12 month fixed term contract to cover maternity.
This post holder would work within the Occupational Therapy team and multi-disciplinary team based on one of two wards at site. Cygnet Hospital Clifton is a 25 bed specialist low secure service for men with a personality disorder, who also present with complex mental health needs and challenging behaviours.
The treatment model we provide at Cygnet Hospital Clifton is delivered in the context of a cohesive multidisciplinary, psychologically informed team approach, with the patient at its centre. We aim to create opportunities for sustained positive behavioural change, by applying a consistent approach where the men in our care feel encouraged to develop positive interpersonal skills to reduce maladaptive or pathological behaviours.
The hospital is set out across two wards; Ancaria Ward is the admissions/ initial treatment ward, which offers a defined pathway through to Acorn Ward, which has a focus on rehabilitation, in preparation for moving on into the community or supported living.
Our dedicated clinical teams provide a full multi-disciplinary programme that includes; occupational therapy, psychology, psychiatry and social work offering service users the opportunities and support they need to return to community living either with support or independently. Our occupational therapy department supports service users to engage in meaningful occupations and overcome any barriers that prevent this. We focus on supporting individuals to develop the skills needed to live a more independent and fulfilling life in the community. To support with this, we have a full therapy programme that includes a range of self-care, productive and leisure-based activities. Our occupational therapy pathway has different stages of treatment and the interventions offered will change as our service user's progress through each stage of this pathway.
In this role you will:

• Deliver planned activities for patients under the direction of the ward Occupational Therapist (OT) and Multidisciplinary Team
• Assist the OT in the day to day duties and running of the department
• Develop and run a meaningful therapy timetable
• Undertake assessment and intervention programmes with clients as delegated by a senior occupational therapist underpinned by appropriate experience / knowledge
• Contribute ideas, create and facilitate events and activities safely and support people to structure their time through meaningful activity
• Have involvement in the delivery of one to one and group interventions
• Implement individual care plans during activity sessions and take into account specific interests and opportunities to promote choice and independence

Occupational Therapy Directorate
Under the leadership of our occupational therapy directors we support over 150 Occupational Therapists. Working together as a large team we provide support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development.
Every service line has a clinical lead occupational therapist to lead and develop evidence based practice and agreed occupational therapy pathway.
5 reasons why you should make an application today...

• We care about people in our services
• Career pathway progression within the company to support your development and skills
• You will be 1 of 2 Occupational Therapy Assistants within the Cygnet Hospital Clifton Site and 2 experienced Occupational Therapists also on-site to support your learning and development within the field of Occupational therapy in mental health services.
• National networks of over 150 OTs & over 300 OTAs and Activity Coordinators in the Cygnet Group within different specialisms including Forensic Practice, LD and ASD, Acute mental health, PICU, and inpatient CAMHS.
• Low caseload number to support intensive focused interventions.

Cygnet Health Care Benefits

• Free parking
• Free meals for staff on duty
• Group pension plan helping you save for your future
• NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card (includes big brand discounts)
• Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice.
• Plus much more...

A career at Cygnet comes with excellent benefits. Whether it's saving you money on the high street, with healthcare, holidays & leisure - or securing your future with professional development and a pension - we support you to be happy both in & out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others - every day.
If you would like to discuss this role with the recruiting occupational therapist or arrange an informal visit, we'd be more than happy to facilitate this. Please contact: Rachel Rowe rachelrowe@cygnethealth.co.uk
Requirements
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.
*Recruitment agencies please note: Speculative emails are not to be sent directly to our clinical staff, these need to go via our internal recruitment team. If speculative candidates are sent directly to a member of the clinical team, we will consider these candidates as our own*
Benefits & Rewards
Group Pension
We'll look after you beyond Cygnet by helping you save for your future with a pension scheme. Cygnet provides a monthly contribution into your pot for every month you actively pay in.
Free Mortgage Broker & Insurance Cover
Cygnet understands that buying a home is probably the biggest and most important financial decision for most of us. As a result we have partnered with L&C to offer free mortgage advice, free insurance cover and receive a voucher on completion of your mortgage
Enhanced Maternity
In addition to statutory pay, Cygnet provides enhanced maternity pay.
Free Life Assurance Cover
Cygnet provides a Group Life assurance scheme which pays out a lump sum benefit to your family or next of kin in the event of your death whilst employed by Cygnet.
Plan your commute
Clifton
Nottingham
East Midlands
NG11 8NB
Our application process
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Step 1
Application Submission
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Automated Confirmation
You'll receive an automated email confirming receipt of your application.
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Step 3
Application Review
We carefully review applications, considering factors like visa status, location, and experience.
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Step 4
Initial Screening
If your application is suitable, you'll be contacted by the recruiter to arrange a telephone screening call.
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Step 5
Interview
If you meet the screening criteria, you'll be invited for an interview, which normally takes place in person at the site you're applying to.
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Step 6
Feedback and Offer
Following the interview, you'll receive feedback, and if successful, a verbal job offer that will be followed up with a written job offer and onboarding information.
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