Job summary

Join the team at Badby Park in Daventry and enjoy a rewarding career as you provide care, therapeutic and rehabilitation pathways for those affected by a neurological or mental health condition for which challenging behaviour may be the leading impairment. You will work alongside Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, SALT and Dietitians to assist and deliver planned therapy programmes, which aim to support, develop and/or restore service users level of functioning, including mobility, self-care, productivity, leisure, and day-to-day activities. Reporting to qualified Therapists, you will support service users as they embark on the recovery journey to work towards their goals. You will prepare and assist individual and group therapeutic activities. You will be responsible for carrying out therapeutic interventions within a one-to-one and group setting. This will see you create one-to-one rapports to increase engagement, promote recovery and encourage independence as you support service users with prescribed practices that are tailored to their needs. As a Therapy Assistant, you will be responsible for participation in the evaluation of service provisions and ac

Main duties of the job

As a Therapy Assistant at Elysium Healthcare, you'll work at Badby Park in Daventry, assisting individuals affected by neurological or mental health conditions. You'll join a clinical team, including Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists, to deliver therapy programmes that restore users' functioning, focusing on mobility, self-care, and day-to-day activities. Reporting to qualified Therapists, you'll aid users' recovery journeys, conducting individual and group interventions to bolster independence. Responsibilities include observing and adjusting therapy sessions, respecting clients' beliefs, and ensuring communication between team members remains effective. You'll also handle sensitive information with confidentiality and adhere to safety standards, including Health and Safety regulations. Elysium offers comprehensive benefits like career development, a GP service, pension contributions, and life assurance. Training opportunities are provided to support career goals, making it both a rewarding and an inclusive work environment.

About us

Elysium Healthcare, part of Ramsay Health Care, operates over 80 services in England and Wales, providing care across sectors like Mental Health, Neurological, and Learning Disabilities & Autism. Established as a global healthcare provider, Ramsay Health Care has a presence in 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people worldwide. At Elysium Healthcare, Badby Park is a truly unique facility, nestled within acres of beautiful countryside on the outskirts of Daventry. The grand manor house boasts stunning views, excellent facilities, and offers a supportive environment for patients and staff alike. Elysium's commitment to client-centred care ensures every individual is at the heart of operations, and the company is a Disability Confident employer promoting inclusive and accessible recruitment practices. As part of their safer recruitment policy, Elysium ensures all its staff understand the importance of safeguarding the welfare of service users.

Details

Date posted

08 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,662 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1560035689

Job locations

Elysium Healthcare

Daventry

NN11 4NH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Join the team at Badby Park in Daventry and enjoy a rewarding career as you provide care, therapeutic and rehabilitation pathways for those affected by a neurological or mental health condition for which challenging behaviour may be the leading impairment.

You will work alongside Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, SALT and Dietitians to assist and deliver planned therapy programmes, which aim to support, develop and/or restore service users level of functioning, including mobility, self-care, productivity, leisure, and day-to-day activities.

Reporting to qualified Therapists, you will support service users as they embark on the recovery journey to work towards their goals. You will prepare and assist individual and group therapeutic activities.

You will be responsible for carrying out therapeutic interventions within a one-to-one and group setting. This will see you create one-to-one rapports to increase engagement, promote recovery and encourage independence as you support service users with prescribed practices that are tailored to their needs.

As a Therapy Assistant, you will be responsible for participation in the evaluation of service provisions and activities and will ensure all sessions are observed, reported and recorded. Under supervision, you will make necessary adjustments to service users plans according to their changing needs and abilities.

As a Therapy Assistant you will be:

• Undertaking basic procedures as instructed by a qualified therapist respecting the clients privacy, dignity, religious and cultural beliefs.
• Reporting any change in service user condition, circumstances or response to treatment appropriately and immediately.
• Maintaining effective communication within the team and between clients, visitors and colleagues.
• Ensuring written/computerised documentation is accurate and complete.
• Handling and exchanging information with care and sensitivity maintaining clinical confidentiality at all times.
• Attending in service training and development to learn techniques required to support the senior colleagues.
• Assisting with ensuring a safe environment.
• Committed to helping individuals regain their maximum independence.
• Compliance with legislative procedures. Health and Safety, COSHH, Fire and Manual Handling.
• Compliance with Elysium policies and procedures.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• GNVQ 3 or evidence of willingness to undergo training.
• Experience working in a care and or therapy environment.
• Demonstrate ability to successfully complete in service training and development programme to learn techniques required to support therapists in providing high quality resident care.
• Able to understand and follow instructions accurately and to learn new skills quickly.
• Effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality and implication of non- compliance.

Where you will be working:

Location:

Badby Road West, Daventry, Northamptonshire, NN11 4NH

You will be working alongside the clinical teams at Badby Park to care for people with neurological illnesses, acquired brain and spinal cord injuries, where you will deliver person-centred care where each individual is at the heart of everything you do.

This specialist inpatient neurological rehabilitation and complex care service which boasts extensive facilities that cater for specific needs of the residents that is set in acres of stunning countryside on the outskirts of Daventry.

Badby Park is a grand manor house steeped in history with stunning views, excellent facilities and a tranquil setting. Good road links makes it easily commutable from Daventry, Rugby, Northampton and Banbury.

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Annual base salary of £25,662 (pro-rata)
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future
• Free meals and onsite free parking

About us:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

Job description Job responsibilities Join the team at Badby Park in Daventry and enjoy a rewarding career as you provide care, therapeutic and rehabilitation pathways for those affected by a neurological or mental health condition for which challenging behaviour may be the leading impairment. You will work alongside Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, SALT and Dietitians to assist and deliver planned therapy programmes, which aim to support, develop and/or restore service users level of functioning, including mobility, self-care, productivity, leisure, and day-to-day activities. Reporting to qualified Therapists, you will support service users as they embark on the recovery journey to work towards their goals. You will prepare and assist individual and group therapeutic activities. You will be responsible for carrying out therapeutic interventions within a one-to-one and group setting. This will see you create one-to-one rapports to increase engagement, promote recovery and encourage independence as you support service users with prescribed practices that are tailored to their needs. As a Therapy Assistant, you will be responsible for participation in the evaluation of service provisions and activities and will ensure all sessions are observed, reported and recorded. Under supervision, you will make necessary adjustments to service users plans according to their changing needs and abilities. As a Therapy Assistant you will be: Undertaking basic procedures as instructed by a qualified therapist respecting the clients privacy, dignity, religious and cultural beliefs. Reporting any change in service user condition, circumstances or response to treatment appropriately and immediately. Maintaining effective communication within the team and between clients, visitors and colleagues. Ensuring written/computerised documentation is accurate and complete. Handling and exchanging information with care and sensitivity maintaining clinical confidentiality at all times. Attending in service training and development to learn techniques required to support the senior colleagues. Assisting with ensuring a safe environment. Committed to helping individuals regain their maximum independence. Compliance with legislative procedures. Health and Safety, COSHH, Fire and Manual Handling. Compliance with Elysium policies and procedures. To be successful in this role, you will have: GNVQ 3 or evidence of willingness to undergo training. Experience working in a care and or therapy environment. Demonstrate ability to successfully complete in service training and development programme to learn techniques required to support therapists in providing high quality resident care. Able to understand and follow instructions accurately and to learn new skills quickly. Effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills. Able to work effectively as part of a team. Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality and implication of non- compliance. Where you will be working: Location: Badby Road West, Daventry, Northamptonshire, NN11 4NH You will be working alongside the clinical teams at Badby Park to care for people with neurological illnesses, acquired brain and spinal cord injuries, where you will deliver person-centred care where each individual is at the heart of everything you do. This specialist inpatient neurological rehabilitation and complex care service which boasts extensive facilities that cater for specific needs of the residents that is set in acres of stunning countryside on the outskirts of Daventry. Badby Park is a grand manor house steeped in history with stunning views, excellent facilities and a tranquil setting. Good road links makes it easily commutable from Daventry, Rugby, Northampton and Banbury. What You’ll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Annual base salary of £25,662 (pro-rata) The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free meals and onsite free parking About us: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GNVQ 3 or evidence of willingness to undergo training. Experience working in a care and or therapy environment. Demonstrate ability to successfully complete in service training and development programme to learn techniques required to support therapists in providing high quality resident care. Able to understand and follow instructions accurately and to learn new skills quickly. Effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills. Able to work effectively as part of a team. Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality and implication of non- compliance.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential GNVQ 3 or evidence of willingness to undergo training. Experience working in a care and or therapy environment. Demonstrate ability to successfully complete in service training and development programme to learn techniques required to support therapists in providing high quality resident care. Able to understand and follow instructions accurately and to learn new skills quickly. Effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills. Able to work effectively as part of a team. Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality and implication of non- compliance.

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

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

Daventry

NN11 4NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

Daventry

NN11 4NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)