Occupational Therapy Assistant

We are seeking a self-motivated Occupational Therapy Assistant with an interest in the treatment of patients with neuro-disability. The ideal candidates will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, and have relevant experience of working with people with disabilities. Good self-organisational and time management skills, together with an understanding of the purpose of rehabilitation are key requirements of the roles.

RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority., The RHN is an independent hospital and medical charity. We care for people who have brain injuries and require assessment and intensive rehabilitation for conditions such as Stroke, TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury),Huntington's disease etc. We help those with the most complex of health needs and disabilities including degenerative or progressive conditions as well as providing palliative care. The patients we support usually have complex physical challenges alongside their neuro-disability. We reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the advertised closing date if a sufficient response is received., Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK. Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathway from post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life care for people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life. Why the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability is a great place to work:

• Generous annual leave
• Free counselling, therapy and mental wellbeing support
• Free on-site wellbeing activities, including weekly yoga and our monthly pottery club (we are the UKs only hospital with its own kiln)
  
  Access to wages early to help with unexpected costs Financial support, including low-interest loans and savings support
• Staff networks including Pride, Womens and Race Equality networks
• Cycle2Work, tech purchase support and Blue Light Card discounts
• Regular cultural and heritage events celebrating our diverse workforce