Come and join our integrated children’s therapy team in East Sussex, supporting the needs of children and young people aged 0-19.
Job Title: Therapy Assistant
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £27,485 – £30,162 per annum pro rata
Location: Kent, United Kingdom
Deadline: 02/10/2025 23:59
Main duties of the job
The job will involve working with families and school/ nursery staff to implement therapy plans written by the therapists
The successful applicant will have good communication skills and the desire to develop their skills and knowledge
Our support and induction offered to new staff includes regular meetings with your line manager, clinical supervision and
As a location, East Sussex boasts the beautiful rural countryside alongside vibrant seaside towns with easy access to the
Car owner/driver essential, subject to the provisions of the Disability Discrimination Act (1995).
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Evidence of Foundation Degree Level study (Level 5) or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience.
- Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C or equivalent in English and Maths).
Desirable criteria
- Mentorship / Coaching qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Recent demonstrable experience of working with children with SEN+D in relevant settings, e.g. preschool, school, NHS
- Experience of working and communicating with parents/carers within a relevant setting.
- Experience of carrying out programmes under the advice of a therapist/other professional, e.g. teacher.
- Experience of working independently.
- Experience of safeguarding procedures.
Desirable criteria
- Experience of delivering training
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Awareness of professional issues and recent developments in the NHS and Primary Care including Clinical Governance, NICE, Essence of Care.
- Basic knowledge of how therapy can support children’s functioning.
- Knowledge of child development and the impact of SEN+D on child development/function.
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
- Sound communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written).
- Ability to use own initiative.
- Excellent interpersonal skills – including observation and listening.
- Good organisational and time management skills.
Desirable criteria
- The ability to adjust treatment programme according to client’s needs on own initiative
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Demonstrates the ability to be a good team player.
- To be able to move between locations in a timely manner.
Ability to manage
Essential criteria
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agendas for health under the guidance of the Registered Practitioner.
- Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, considering Trust policies and procedures.
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