Senior Therapy Assistant
At a glance
- Band
- Band 4
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 17/09/2026
- Closes
- 30/09/2026
Sponsorship verdict
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“Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.”Quoted verbatim from the source advert
Role summary
This role is for a Senior Therapy Assistant within the PARALEL service, an innovative rehabilitation and relapse prevention service for adults with eating disorders. You will deliver and support therapeutic interventions individually and in groups, assisting service users in various settings. The position involves working closely with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery and contribute to the development of this new service. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of Occupational Therapy, mental health, and eating disorders, and be committed to compassionate, recovery-focused care.
Essential criteria
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a health-related subject
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Evidence of relevant training and competency development
Desirable criteria
- European computer driving licence (ECDL) or equivalent
- Knowledge and Expertise
- Knowledge of Occupational Therapy interventions e.g. Psychoeducational, life skills, anxiety management, meal cookery, community or ward based interventions, sensory awareness both group and 1:1 work and de-escalation techniques etc
- Understanding of recovery focused and person-centred practice.
- Understanding of the Occupational Therapy process and the role of occupation in health and wellbeing.
- Knowledge of eating disorders and the impact on daily functioning and quality of life
- Knowledge of various health conditions
- Awareness of the process of rehabilitation and the professions involved
- Awareness of the process of ageing and means of adapting to the limitations imposed by ageing and disease.
- Adherence to the code of Ethics and Professional standard of college e.g. Occupational Therapy - to follow local standards of conduct
- Ability to obtain, receive and relay written and verbal information accurately and efficiently
- IT Skills
- Ability to work on own initiative and to manage own caseload.
- Evidence of relevant in-service training courses.
- Experience of managing own diary and caseload
- Significant experience as a Band 3 Therapy assistant or CSW
- Experience of delivering therapeutic interventions as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of supporting individuals with mental health needs.
- Some experience in a relevant community setting.
- Current experience of working in a health/social care setting
- Proven ability to work as a member of the multi disciplinary team
- Previous experience as a Band 4 therapy assistant
- Experience working within and Eating Disorder Service
- Trust values
- Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a health-related subject
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Evidence of relevant training and competency development
- European computer driving licence (ECDL) or equivalent
- Knowledge and Expertise
- Knowledge of Occupational Therapy interventions e.g. Psychoeducational, life skills, anxiety management, meal cookery, community or ward based interventions, sensory awareness both group and 1:1 work and de-escalation techniques etc
- Understanding of recovery focused and person-centred practice.
- Understanding of the Occupational Therapy process and the role of occupation in health and wellbeing.
- Knowledge of eating disorders and the impact on daily functioning and quality of life
- Knowledge of various health conditions
- Awareness of the process of rehabilitation and the professions involved
- Awareness of the process of ageing and means of adapting to the limitations imposed by ageing and disease.
- Adherence to the code of Ethics and Professional standard of college e.g. Occupational Therapy - to follow local standards of conduct
- Ability to obtain, receive and relay written and verbal information accurately and efficiently
- IT Skills
- Ability to work on own initiative and to manage own caseload.
- Evidence of relevant in-service training courses.
- Experience of managing own diary and caseload
- Significant experience as a Band 3 Therapy assistant or CSW
- Experience of delivering therapeutic interventions as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of supporting individuals with mental health needs.
- Some experience in a relevant community setting.
- Current experience of working in a health/social care setting
- Proven ability to work as a member of the multi disciplinary team
- Previous experience as a Band 4 therapy assistant
- Experience working within and Eating Disorder Service
- Trust values
- Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 4 at £26,530 – £29,114 a year, across England.
This advert: £28,392 – £31,157 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Senior Therapy Assistant
The closing date is 30 September 2026
Job summary
Please note: There are 3 Senior Therapy Assistant posts available within the PARALEL service.
Are you an enthusiastic and motivated individual looking to make a difference? We have an exciting opportunity to join PARALEL, an innovative rehabilitation, relapse prevention and alternative to admission service supporting adults with eating disorders across community and inpatient settings.
What you'll do:
- Work as a Senior Therapy Assistant within a developing community rehabilitation service
- Deliver and support therapeutic interventions on an individual and group basis, including psychoeducation, cooking, shopping, social eating and relaxation
- Support service users in their homes, local communities and within the PARALEL service
- Plan, facilitate and document therapeutic activity, adapting interventions to meet individual needs
- Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to support recovery, independence and relapse prevention
- Contribute to the ongoing development of a new service
The successful candidate will have an understanding of Occupational Therapy, mental health and eating disorders, be able to manage risk appropriately, and be committed to delivering compassionate, recovery-focused care.
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