Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Cygnet Health Care Occupational Therapy Assistant The closing date is 28 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Would you like to explore a rewarding career experience as an Occupational Therapist? 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 Occupational Therapy Assistant Working hours 40 Hours per week Salary: £30,186.45 Service Line: Mental Health Location: 22 Barkham Terrace Lambeth Road, London, Greater London, SE1 7PW Responsible to: Head of Occupational Therapy and Regional Lead Occupational Therapist Summary of the site Cygnet Churchill, in south London, is an inpatient mental health hospital for men. Cygnet Churchill has four wards including two emergency acute admissions services (Juniper Court and Palm Court), one low secure service (Winston Court) and one high support inpatient rehabilitation services (Elm Court). You would initially be based on our acute mental health ward which provides recovery and rehabilitation approaches to enable service users to lead full and independent lives in the community. There will be the opportunity to rotate to the acute services. We have a designated qualified OT on each ward as well as OTAs. Main duties of the job In this role you will assess, implement and develop an OT treatment programme according to service users diagnosis and identified needs. This will be based upon findings from assessments including associated risks, in order to develop treatment plans accordingly. You will be an integral member of the Multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and OT department whilst working autonomously with the support of an OTA. The MDT wrap around the service to support the individuals in our care throughout their journey with us to capture and manage risk and relapse in community settings. About us Cygnet Group was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation. Details Date posted 29 October 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £30,186.45 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number VPE41051F2 Job locations South East London SE1 7PW United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Would you like to explore a rewarding career experience as an Occupational Therapist? 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 Occupational Therapy Assistant Working hours 40 Hours per week Salary: £30,186.45 Service Line : Mental Health Location: 22 Barkham Terrace Lambeth Road, London, Greater London, SE1 7PW Responsible to: Head of Occupational Therapy and Regional Lead Occupational Therapist Summary of the site Cygnet Churchill, in south London