Job summary
Come and join one of the UKs largest providers in complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.
Are you passionate about making a difference in young peoples lives? Were looking for a motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team at Ivetsey Bank Hospital, a Tier 4 CAMHS service providing specialist inpatient care for young people aged 12-17 with complex mental health needs. They are dedicated to providing caring, supportive, recovery-focused treatment and achieve this by working together with young people, their families and other professionals.
Main duties of the job
As our Occupational Therapy Assistant, youll work closely with the Occupational Therapists and wider therapy and nursing teams to support the development and delivery of therapeutic interventions and groups for our young people. Youll play a vital role in helping them develop daily living skills, improve their confidence, and engage in meaningful occupations during their recovery.
This is a full-time role 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
About us
Active Care Group are the UKs leading provider of complex care. We place people at the heart of everything we do, improving peoples lives by providing the best quality care tailored for individual needs. Our multi-award-winning specialist care services support people with complex conditions including acquired brain injury, acquired spinal injury, neurological conditions, learning disabilities, and, respiratory and ventilation.
Details
- Date posted: 05 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £27,570.61 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: L0042-26-0172
- Job locations: Ivetsey Bank, Wheaton Aston, Stafford, ST19 9QT, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
What you'll be doing:
- Support the planning and delivery of individual and group-based therapeutic activities
- Encourage participation in self-care, leisure, education, and vocational tasks
- Assist in assessing functional skills and documenting progress
- Support the maintenance of therapy equipment and resources
- Work collaboratively with young people, families, and the wider MDT
- Keep people safe from any harm and protect their human rights.
What to look forward to:
- 25 days plus bank holidays
- Birthday off
- Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
- Benefits Hubgiving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
- Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
- A Nest Personal Pension account
- Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
- We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
- Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
- Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
- and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with children or young people, ideally in a mental health or education setting
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to drive company vehicles is essential
- A caring, empathetic approach with strong communication skills
- Ability to work flexibly and effectively as part of a team
- Basic understanding of Occupational Therapy or willingness to learn
Desirable
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Health and Social Care is desirable but not essential
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This advert is for Occupational Therapy Assistant with Active Care Group in Stafford, England. It is listed as a Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £27570.61. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 13 Sep 2026.
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