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Occupational Therapy Support Worker
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 2313284
Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with previous health or social care experience to support our team in providing occupational therapy to acute inpatients within complex care medicine at Southmead Hospital.
The post may close early if sufficient applications are received so you are advised to apply as soon as possible.
Please note: this vacancy is part time 19.5 hours per week
Main duties of the job
Under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist, you will work with patients on the wards and in therapy areas to provide a range of interventions to facilitate recovery and promote independence. This will include supporting individuals to use the toilet, wash & dress or carry out other domestic tasks. You may also be required to support groups and facilitate other meaningful activities.
To understand more about Occupational Therapy at Southmead Hospital, click here to watch our video.
About us
The newly formed Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work. Situated in the vibrant city of Bristol, Southmead Hospital is an award-winning building opened in 2014, offering exceptional facilities for patients and staff. We are a large teaching trust that provides multiple specialties including regional services for neurosciences, major trauma, orthopaedics and surgery (major arterial centre and burns & plastics).
There is plenty of support in each team with development opportunities and training courses available. Additional benefits include award schemes for excellence, staff restaurants, green spaces and an extensive wellbeing programme.
Details
Date posted
01 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
339-CCS4967-BAL-A
Job locations
Southmead Hospital
Southmead Road
Bristol
BS10 5NB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will support the delivery of Occupational Therapy services within acute clinical settings under the direction and supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist. The role involves implementing delegated rehabilitation programmes, assisting patients to maximise independence in activities of daily living, supporting discharge planning and maintaining accurate clinical records. The post holder will work directly with patients, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team, monitoring and reporting patient progress and undertaking administrative, equipment and departmental duties to support the effective and efficient delivery of the Occupational Therapy service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will support the delivery of Occupational Therapy services within acute clinical settings under the direction and supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist. The role involves implementing delegated rehabilitation programmes, assisting patients to maximise independence in activities of daily living, supporting discharge planning and maintaining accurate clinical records. The post holder will work directly with patients, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team, monitoring and reporting patient progress and undertaking administrative, equipment and departmental duties to support the effective and efficient delivery of the Occupational Therapy service.
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qual
Essential
- GCSE Level Education or Equivalent
- Evidence of Literacy & Numeracy Skills
Desirable
- Level 3 qualification in health or social care
Work Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a healthcare, social care or patient-facing environment
- Experience supporting patients with rehabilitation or daily living activities
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Good Written Communication/IT Skills
- Knowledge of rehabilitation, disability and the role of Occupational Therapy in promoting independence.
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qual
Essential
- GCSE Level Education or Equivalent
- Evidence of Literacy & Numeracy Skills
Desirable
- Level 3 qualification in health or social care
Work Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a healthcare, social care or patient-facing environment
- Experience supporting patients with rehabilitation or daily living activities
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Good Written Communication/IT Skills
- Knowledge of rehabilitation, disability and the role of Occupational Therapy in promoting independence.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southmead Hospital
Southmead Road
Bristol
BS10 5NB
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southmead Hospital
Southmead Road
Bristol
BS10 5NB
United Kingdom