Inpatient OT Assistant — MDT Team, NHS Band 3

Transformationunitgm; Salford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization in Salford is seeking a passionate Occupational Therapy Assistant to join their supportive team. The role involves assisting Occupational Therapists with patients experiencing functional illness and participating in patient-centered therapeutic plans. Opportunities for professional development, including courses and apprenticeships, are available. A NVQ Level 3 or related experience is required. Pay enhancements apply for weekends and evenings. The closing date for applications is 20/02/2026.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pay enhancements for evenings and weekends

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience working in a relevant field.
• High-energy, motivated, and organized.
• Demonstrable understanding of mental health care.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist Occupational Therapy staff.
• Work directly with service users experiencing functional illness.
• Follow therapeutic treatment plans under supervision.

Skills

Planning therapeutic groups

Teaching groupwork skills

Understanding of Occupational Therapy

Experience working with an Occupational Therapist

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience

Job description

A public health organization in Salford is seeking a passionate Occupational Therapy Assistant to join their supportive team. The role involves assisting Occupational Therapists with patients experiencing functional illness and participating in patient-centered therapeutic plans. Opportunities for professional development, including courses and apprenticeships, are available. A NVQ Level 3 or related experience is required. Pay enhancements apply for weekends and evenings. The closing date for applications is 20/02/2026.