Occupational Therapy Technician Job in Essex With Sponsorship – Apply Now

Location
Essex, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
26,530 – 29,114 per year

About Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust aren’t just a healthcare provider – they’re a supportive team that puts people first. Their Enhanced Support Team is deeply rooted in community-based care, especially for adults with learning disabilities navigating complex challenges. Their culture champions compassionate teamwork, real-world impact, and practical mental health support. Sound like your kind of environment?

Job details

Benefits

• Supportive work environment – Join a multidisciplinary team that truly collaborates
• Skilled mentorship – Get day-to-day support from Band 7 Occupational Therapists
• Ongoing development – Access short courses and practical on-the-job training
• Flexible shifts – Work early or late, plus weekends and bank holidays as needed
• Community focused – Make a direct difference in people’s homes and lives

Requirements

• Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification
• NVQ3 with extra accredited training in the specialist field
• Previous hands-on rehab experience as a Band 3 Therapy Assistant or similar
• Great communicator who can build rapport with a range of people
• Confident decision-maker who can follow protocols
• Comfortable working solo and under the guidance of a registered practitioner
• Holds a current UK driving licence and has access to a car for work

Salary Details

The salary ranges from £26,530 to £29,114 per year, dependent on experience and qualifications. It’s a full-time, 37.5-hour role with varied shift patterns (8–4 / 12–8 on weekdays and 9–5 on weekends or bank holidays).

About the Role

As an Occupational Therapy Technician, you’ll be part of the Enhanced Support Team supporting adults with learning disabilities across South Essex – including Southend, Castlepoint, Rochford, Basildon, Brentwood, Wickford, and Thurrock. You’ll help people in mental health crises avoid inpatient care and continue living in their homes with dignity.

You’ll work closely with qualified Occupational Therapists and other specialists. After completing your training, you’ll carry out delegated care tasks, enabling service users to stay active, independent, and safe. Every day is different – but every day counts.

You won’t just be observing, you’ll be doing: from supporting therapy sessions to promoting access to local resources. Think you’d thrive in a community-first, person-centred role that genuinely helps people turn a corner?

Key Responsibilities

• Support patients with independent living skills and rehabilitation
• Deliver goal-focused interventions under therapist supervision
• Feedback on patient progress, outcomes, and concerns
• Keep accurate, up-to-date records of therapy sessions
• Reduce risks and promote wellbeing in each individual’s environment
• Help patients re-engage with meaningful community activities

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required to confirm any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. They’re committed to fairness, equality, and respect – both in the workplace and in the communities they serve.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: South Essex, United Kingdom
• Contact: Available upon application

Reference Number
Job ID: Not specified

How To Apply
This opportunity closes on 22 April 2025, but don’t wait till the last minute. Got the right experience and a passion for mental health care? Apply now and take the next step toward making real impact.