28 Therapy Assistant jobs in the United Kingdom

THIS IS A UK BASED POSITION, TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE ,IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT:

1. You have UK work experience with at least 6 months experience working  as a support worker or in a similar position.
li>Your CV clearly shows your relevant experience and qualifications.
2. Experience with Brain Injury Support is advantageous
li>A  full clean UK driver licence and access to a car that your able to use for work purposes.

NSS PLUS LTD-NeuroSupport services are currently recruiting Support Workers and Healthcare Assistants  with a background of Brain Injury and Mental health experience to support services users with an acquired Brain Injury. Our service aims to support rehabilitation and in enabling people to optimise independence and quality of life.

We are looking for psychology graduates,support Workers and Healthcare Assistants  or suitable candidates  who would be willing to support people both within their home environment and also willing to provide support in helping our clients access the community. We are looking for candidates that are confident with working independently and providing empirical feedback where necessary.

Job Title:  Male Therapy Assistant
Location:  Nottingham, NG17
Hourly Rate:  £12.50-£14 per hour depending on experience.
Driver Essential?  Yes
Gender Preference: This role is open to Male applicants only.   
Start Date:  ASAP
Days & Hours:  

Every other Saturday, 11am to 4-5pm

About you-Essential Experience:

Acquired Brain Injury support experience essential. An interest in football would also be beneficial. 

About our client:

Our client is an 18-year-old male, who has an acquired brain injury. The successful candidate will work alongside the client's treating team, in order to support the client with accessing the community, to work on goals set by the treating team, and with other activities of daily living.

Successful Candidates will: 

• Have access to ful online yearly Training
• Will be subject to Full Enhanced DBS
• Competitive Hourly Rate 
li>Gain Experience working with an MDT  < i>Liability Insurance
• Food/Drink shift Allowance
• Partial Mileage and Travel time covered 
li>Flexible working to meet your own requirements

Successful candidate attributes:

Abilities, Skills & Behaviours

• A genuine desire to make a positive difference to the lives of others with the ability to promote well-being through positive attitude and work practices
• The ability to work on your own initiative and be a well-integrated team member.
• Willingness to participate in continuing professional development
• Flexible and positive approach to work patterns/schedules and business needs
• Excellent punctuality, reliability and a strong desire to accomplish goals and objectives
li>Caring, friendly and empathetic approach to clients with the ability to build professional relationships li>Ability to remain calm and collective in a difficult and pressurised situation
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Able to demonstrate good organisational and time management skills
• Have basic computer skills (Word, Outlook & Excel)

li>Have at least six months experience of working in a support worker role or similar, in the past three years.
• Must have a Full UK Driving License and access to your own car
• Have Experience in the field of Psychology is advantageous
• Willing to become self-employed  

We offer flexible work patterns - full time, part time, ad-hoc and a variety of shifts with our clients to suit any life style!

THIS IS A UK BASED POSITION, TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE ,IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT:

1. You have UK work experience with at least 6 months experience working  as a support worker or in a similar position.
li>Your CV clearly shows your relevant experience and qualifications.
2. Experience with Brain Injury Support is advantageous
li>A  full clean UK driver licence and access to a car that your able to use for work purposes.

NSS PLUS LTD-NeuroSupport services are currently recruiting Support Workers and Healthcare Assistants  with a background of Brain Injury and Mental health experience to support services users with an acquired Brain Injury. Our service aims to support rehabilitation and in enabling people to optimise independence and quality of life.

We are looking for psychology graduates,support Workers and Healthcare Assistants  or suitable candidates  who would be willing to support people both within their home environment and also willing to provide support in helping our clients access the community. We are looking for candidates that are confident with working independently and providing empirical feedback where necessary.

Job Title:  Male Therapy Assistant
Location:  Nottingham, NG17
Hourly Rate:  £12.50-£14 per hour depending on experience.
Driver Essential?  Yes
Gender Preference: This role is open to Male applicants only.   
Start Date:  ASAP
Days & Hours:  

Every other Saturday, 11am to 4-5pm

About you-Essential Experience:

Acquired Brain Injury support experience essential. An interest in football would also be beneficial. 

About our client:

Our client is an 18-year-old male, who has an acquired brain injury. The successful candidate will work alongside the client's treating team, in order to support the client with accessing the community, to work on goals set by the treating team, and with other activities of daily living.

Successful Candidates will: 

• Have access to ful online yearly Training
• Will be subject to Full Enhanced DBS
• Competitive Hourly Rate 
li>Gain Experience working with an MDT  < i>Liability Insurance
• Food/Drink shift Allowance
• Partial Mileage and Travel time covered 
li>Flexible working to meet your own requirements

Successful candidate attributes:

Abilities, Skills & Behaviours

• A genuine desire to make a positive difference to the lives of others with the ability to promote well-being through positive attitude and work practices
• The ability to work on your own initiative and be a well-integrated team member.
• Willingness to participate in continuing professional development
• Flexible and positive approach to work patterns/schedules and business needs
• Excellent punctuality, reliability and a strong desire to accomplish goals and objectives
li>Caring, friendly and empathetic approach to clients with the ability to build professional relationships li>Ability to remain calm and collective in a difficult and pressurised situation
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Able to demonstrate good organisational and time management skills
• Have basic computer skills (Word, Outlook & Excel)

li>Have at least six months experience of working in a support worker role or similar, in the past three years.
• Must have a Full UK Driving License and access to your own car
• Have Experience in the field of Psychology is advantageous
• Willing to become self-employed  

We offer flexible work patterns - full time, part time, ad-hoc and a variety of shifts with our clients to suit any life style!

Aquatics Therapy Assistant

Location: Lewes

Salary: £21,294 - £22,764 per annum DOE

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full time

Hours : 32.5 hours per week. Shifts: 8am - 8pm, Weekend work is required on a rota basis

The Role

Theyre looking for a confident swimmer with a calm, caring approach to join them as an Aquatics Therapy Assistant. Youll be part of a supportive, person-centred team delivering aquatic therap.

Are you a creative graduate with aspirations to become a therapist - in art therapy, drama therapy, play therapy, or counselling?

A vibrant and inclusive primary school in Inner London (Bexley) is offering a unique opportunity for a Creative SEN Support Assistant to join their team full-time from September 2025 . You'll support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and social-emotional needs through engaging, expressive, and tailored approaches.

This is an ideal stepping stone for those looking to build hands-on therapeutic experience in a setting that embraces creativity and wellbeing.

• SEN Support Assistant

• Work with children with Autism, speech & language needs, and emotional regulation difficulties

• Incorporate creativity into learning and wellbeing support

• Full-time, term-time role starting September 2025

• Based in a Bexley primary school with a strong focus on inclusion and the arts

• 105 - 115 per day (based on experience and qualifications)

• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and the SENCO to create a nurturing environment

• Degree in Art, Drama, Music, Psychology, Education, or related field

• Interest in therapeutic pathways (e.g., art/play/drama therapy, counselling)

• Creative, compassionate, and emotionally attuned

• Ability to engage children through imaginative and sensory approaches

• Team player with excellent communication skills

• Open to training and reflection, with a passion for child development

• Graded "Good" by Ofsted with exceptional pupil progress scores

• Focus on wellbeing, emotional literacy, and creative curriculum delivery

• Supportive, forward-thinking leadership team committed to inclusion

• Modern classrooms and outdoor spaces that encourage self-expression

• Located in Bexley with excellent links

• Regular CPD, with access to external therapists and school-based mental health initiatives

If you're a creative graduate looking to gain real-world experience before training as a therapist, this is a brilliant opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Send your CV to Alex at EdEx today. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 24 hours.

SEN & Therapy Support Teaching Assistant| Inner London | 105-115 per day | September 2025 Start

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Are you a creative graduate with aspirations to become a therapist - in art therapy, drama therapy, play therapy, or counselling?

A vibrant and inclusive primary school in Inner London (Bexley) is offering a unique opportunity for a Creative SEN Support Assistant to join their team full-time from September 2025 . You'll support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and social-emotional needs through engaging, expressive, and tailored approaches.

This is an ideal stepping stone for those looking to build hands-on therapeutic experience in a setting that embraces creativity and wellbeing.

• SEN Support Assistant

• Work with children with Autism, speech & language needs, and emotional regulation difficulties

• Incorporate creativity into learning and wellbeing support

• Full-time, term-time role starting September 2025

• Based in a Bexley primary school with a strong focus on inclusion and the arts

• 105 - 115 per day (based on experience and qualifications)

• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and the SENCO to create a nurturing environment

• Degree in Art, Drama, Music, Psychology, Education, or related field

• Interest in therapeutic pathways (e.g., art/play/drama therapy, counselling)

• Creative, compassionate, and emotionally attuned

• Ability to engage children through imaginative and sensory approaches

• Team player with excellent communication skills

• Open to training and reflection, with a passion for child development

• Graded "Good" by Ofsted with exceptional pupil progress scores

• Focus on wellbeing, emotional literacy, and creative curriculum delivery

• Supportive, forward-thinking leadership team committed to inclusion

• Modern classrooms and outdoor spaces that encourage self-expression

• Located in Bexley with excellent links

• Regular CPD, with access to external therapists and school-based mental health initiatives

If you're a creative graduate looking to gain real-world experience before training as a therapist, this is a brilliant opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Send your CV to Alex at EdEx today. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 24 hours.

SEN & Therapy Support Teaching Assistant| Inner London | 105-115 per day | September 2025 Start

INDTA

Are you a creative graduate with aspirations to become a therapist - in art therapy, drama therapy, play therapy, or counselling?

A vibrant and inclusive primary school in Inner London (Bexley) is offering a unique opportunity for a Creative SEN Support Assistant to join their team full-time from September 2025 . You'll support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and social-emotional needs through engaging, expressive, and tailored approaches.

This is an ideal stepping stone for those looking to build hands-on therapeutic experience in a setting that embraces creativity and wellbeing.

• SEN Support Assistant

• Work with children with Autism, speech & language needs, and emotional regulation difficulties

• Incorporate creativity into learning and wellbeing support

• Full-time, term-time role starting September 2025

• Based in a Bexley primary school with a strong focus on inclusion and the arts

• 05 - 15 per day (based on experience and qualifications)

• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and the SENCO to create a nurturing environment
  
  

• Degree in Art, Drama, Music, Psychology, Education, or related field

• Interest in therapeutic pathways (e.g., art/play/drama therapy, counselling)

• Creative, compassionate, and emotionally attuned

• Ability to engage children through imaginative and sensory approaches

• Team player with excellent communication skills

• Open to training and reflection, with a passion for child development
  
  

• Graded "Good" by Ofsted with exceptional pupil progress scores

• Focus on wellbeing, emotional literacy, and creative curriculum delivery

• Supportive, forward-thinking leadership team committed to inclusion

• Modern classrooms and outdoor spaces that encourage self-expression

• Located in Bexley with excellent links

• Regular CPD, with access to external therapists and school-based mental health initiatives

If you're a creative graduate looking to gain real-world experience before training as a therapist, this is a brilliant opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Send your CV to Alex at EdEx today. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 24 hours.

SEN & Therapy Support Teaching Assistant| Inner London | 05- 15 per day | September 2025 Start

INDTA

A fantastic new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Occupational Therapist to work in an exceptional hospital based in the Bromley, Kent area. You will be working for one of UK's leading healthcare providers

One of the leading private hospitals treating addictions and general psychiatric conditions, as well as having an accredited eating disorder service

**To be considered for this position you must hold a degree in Occupational Therapy and registered with the HCPC**

As the Occupational Therapist your key responsibilities include:

• Work across our rehabilitation and recovery wards, with the support of our two OTAs
• Applying OT assessments and interventions, 1-to-1 with patients and also leading group work
• Support our patients to engage in the therapeutic programme which is delivered in conjunction with psychology and nursing colleagues
• Work alongside other members of the multidisciplinary team to identify the patients' Occupational Needs
• Observe and monitor the wellbeing of patients ensuring that any unusual physical, mental or emotional occurrences are promptly referred to more senior staff and documented as appropriate
• Ensure the effective, timely and accurate updating of clinical records and computerised information systems

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Experience of working in inpatient mental health services or a similar role would be desirable
• Experience in line managing and supervising junior colleagues is also desirable but not essential
• Experience in mental health
• Ability to take on challenges
• An understanding of the value of being engaged in meaningful occupations
• Compassion, enthusiasm, creativity and proactive

The successful Occupational Therapist will receive an excellent salary of £29,259 - £5,618 pro rata DOE. This exciting position is a permanent part time role working 15 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Support from two Occupational Therapy Assistants
• Your own OT Team office and department building including a gym, ADL kitchen, computer room and therapy room
• Active involvement within the OT professional network
• Opportunities for career development
• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rota)
• An additional days leave for your birthday
• Contributory pension scheme
• DBS check cost coverage
• Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing CPD training
• Free on-site parking
• Subsidised meals on duty (only per meal)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Online Benefits and Cash back rewards

Reference ID: 6717

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Occupational Therapist to work in an exceptional mental health hospital based in the Romford, Essex area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This service helps patients rebuild confidence, self-esteem and hopes for the future. Care provided over two wards and they offer an age-appropriate environment for those who also have a mental health/personality disorder and/or mild to moderate dementia and are in need of physical health care needs

**To be considered for this position you must be qualified as an Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC**

As the Occupational Therapist your key responsibilities include:

• Manage a caseload of older service clients with complex needs; assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions
• Provide leadership through supervision and appraisal for therapy assistants
• Participate in planning, development and evaluation of occupational therapy service within your team
• Lead on delegated projects in consultation with Lead Occupational Therapist and the hospital director
• Contribute to the maintenance and development of the Occupational Therapy Service
• Supervise occupational therapy students on practice placement

The following skills and experienced would be preferred and beneficial for this role:

• Proven experience in mental health and knowledge of the Mental Health Act
• Patient centric & commitment to delivering high quality care
• Fine tuned decision making skills
• Excellent organisational capability
• Effective communication skills

The successful Occupational Therapist will receive an excellent salary up to £43,897 per annum DOE. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 37.5 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Enhanced disclosure cost coverage
• Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training
• Enhanced Maternity pay in line with NHS
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday Holiday - Birthday as an extra day's annual leave
• Online benefits and cash back rewards
• Cycle to work scheme
• Just drive scheme
• SMART Childcare Vouchers
• SMART Pension option

Reference ID: 2675

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV

An amazing job opportunity has arisen for a committed Occupational Therapist to work in an exceptional hospital setting based in the Dewsbury, West Yorkshire area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This hospital provides a specialist inpatient service for adults and older age males with severe and enduring mental health conditions, who may also have an undiagnosed memory related illness. Our client also provides a specialist neuro-cognitive and dementia care service for males presenting with very agitated or aggressive behaviour

**To be considered for this position you must hold a degree in Occupational Therapy and registered with the HCPC**

As the Occupational Therapist your key responsibilities include:

• Work across our rehabilitation and recovery wards, with the support of our two OTAs
• Applying OT assessments and interventions, 1-to-1 with patients and also leading group work
• Support our patients to engage in the therapeutic programme which is delivered in conjunction with psychology and nursing colleagues
• Work alongside other members of the multidisciplinary team to identify the patients' Occupational Needs
• Observe and monitor the wellbeing of patients ensuring that any unusual physical, mental or emotional occurrences are promptly referred to more senior staff and documented as appropriate
• Ensure the effective, timely and accurate updating of clinical records and computerised information systems

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Experience of working in inpatient mental health services or a similar role would be desirable
• Experience in line managing and supervising junior colleagues is also desirable but not essential
• Experience in mental health
• Ability to take on challenges
• An understanding of the value of being engaged in meaningful occupations
• Compassion, enthusiasm, creativity and proactive

The successful Occupational Therapist will receive an excellent salary of £38,000 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 37.5 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Support from two Occupational Therapy Assistants
• Your own OT Team office and department building including a gym, ADL kitchen, computer room and therapy room
• Active involvement within the OT professional network
• Opportunities for career development
• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rota)
• An additional days leave for your birthday
• Contributory pension scheme
• DBS check cost coverage
• Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing CPD training
• Free on-site parking
• Subsidised meals on duty (only £1 per meal)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Online Benefits and Cash back rewards

Reference ID: 1544

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV