Band 3 Occupational Therapy Assistant - Reaside Clinic

Overview

Reaside is a male medium secure service providing care for service users with challenging behaviours and a range of clinical presentations.

• Work with the Occupational Therapy team to deliver one‑to‑one and group interventions to promote independence and improve emotional wellbeing.
• Support activities in a well‑equipped environment including the gym, kitchen, education suite, art room, gardens, woodwork shop, library and group rooms.
• Collaborate with the forensic community OT team and partner agencies to support transitions out into the community.
• Receive regular management supervision and clinical supervision from the Occupational Therapist.

Training and development will be provided in line with discussed development reviews.

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualification.
• A good understanding of the role of Occupational Therapy and provision of activities within a mental health setting.

• Enthusiastic and self‑motivated Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Motivated, confident and able to work within a recovery and person‑centred model.

Our 4,000 clinical and support staff help us improve mental health wellbeing for over 70,000 people each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally.

We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and have an international reputation for research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, often experiencing high levels of deprivation. We are committed to ensuring everyone can access the help they need. We are compassionate, inclusive, and dedicated to providing excellent care to support our community.

If you want to belong to a team where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join us.