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Occupational Therapy Assistant – Cygnet Nield House

Are you a compassionate, enthusiastic and motivated individual with a passion for helping people develop their independence, confidence and engagement in meaningful activities?

We have an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our supportive Occupational Therapy team at Cygnet Nield House, working primarily within our specialist complex personality disorder service for women with or without disordered eating.

You’ll work alongside qualified Occupational Therapists and the wider multidisciplinary team, supporting individuals to develop skills, overcome barriers to participation and work towards their personal recovery goals.

About Us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services across England, Scotland and Wales.

Your Role

Service Line: Personality Disorder

Summary

The post holder will work primarily on Clarion Ward at Cygnet Nield House, supporting the delivery of meaningful, recovery-focused Occupational Therapy interventions within our specialist personality disorder service.

Working under the guidance and clinical supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist, you will support individuals to develop their occupational functioning, independence and quality of life.

The role also offers opportunities to contribute to Occupational Therapy provision on our acute ward, where clinically appropriate.

Post: Occupational Therapy Assistant

Site: Cygnet Nield House, Crewe

Salary: £17,296.02 per annum (pro rata from £28,826.70 full-time)

Hours: 24 hours per week (3 days per week)

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: Monday 4th January 2027

Responsible for:

• Supporting the development and delivery of Occupational Therapy provision, primarily within Clarion Ward, our specialist complex personality disorder service for women with or without disordered eating.
• Working under the direction and clinical supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist.
• Supporting Occupational Therapy assessments, interventions and outcome measurement, as delegated by the Occupational Therapist.
• Delivering delegated individual and group-based Occupational Therapy interventions.
• Supporting individuals to develop and maintain daily living skills, meaningful routines, occupational participation and independence.
• Encouraging individuals to develop confidence, build skills and engage in meaningful occupations that support their personal recovery goals.
• Observing, recording and communicating progress to the Occupational Therapist and wider multidisciplinary team.
• Contributing to Occupational Therapy provision on Compton Ward, our acute mental health service, where clinically appropriate and under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
  

Cygnet Nield House (Crewe, Cheshire)

Cygnet Nield House is our 29-bed specialist mental health hospital for women, providing care and treatment across two distinct services.

Clarion Ward is our 14-bed complex personality disorder service for women with or without disordered eating. The service supports individuals with complex emotional, behavioural and interpersonal needs through a phased, individualised treatment pathway.

Working collaboratively with individuals and the wider multidisciplinary team, the service focuses on promoting recovery, developing independence, improving occupational functioning and enhancing quality of life.

Compton Ward is our 15-bed acute mental health service, providing a safe and stabilising environment for women experiencing an acute episode of mental illness.

Our Occupational Therapy team works collaboratively with individuals and the wider multidisciplinary team to promote recovery, independence and engagement in meaningful occupations.

Occupational Therapy Directorate

Under the leadership of our Occupational Therapy Directors, we have a strong and supportive network of over 175 Occupational Therapists working across a wide range of specialist services.

Working together as a professional community, we provide opportunities to share expertise, access peer support, participate in specialist interest groups and contribute to service development.

Each service line has a dedicated Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist who supports the development of evidence-based practice and specialist Occupational Therapy pathways.

We value the contribution of our Occupational Therapy Assistants and recognise the important role they play in delivering meaningful, person-centred interventions.

Occupational Therapy Induction and Development

All new starters will complete an induction incorporating local service orientation, Occupational Therapy processes and relevant service line training.

You will receive guidance, supervision and support from qualified Occupational Therapists, alongside opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills within specialist mental health services.

We encourage continued professional development and provide opportunities to learn from colleagues across our wider Occu pational Therapy network.

5 reasons why you should make an application today…

• We care about the people in our services and the difference meaningful occupation can make to their recovery.
• You’ll be part of a supportive Occupational Therapy team, with regular supervision and guidance from qualified Occupational Therapists.
• You’ll receive induction and specialist training to develop your skills and confidence.
• You’ll have opportunities for continued professional development, peer support and learning.
• You’ll play a valuable role in helping individuals build independence, confidence and meaningful routines.
  

Cygnet Health Care Benefits

• Free parking
• Free meals for staff on duty
• Group pension plan helping you save for your future
• NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card (includes big brand discounts)
• Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice.
• Plus much more…
  

A career at Cygnet comes with excellent benefits. Whether it’s saving you money on the high street, with healthcare, holidays & leisure – or securing your future with professional development and a pension – we support you to be happy both in & out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others – every day.

If you would like to discuss this role with the recruiting occupational therapist or arrange an informal visit, we would be more than happy to facilitate this. Please contact: Katie Dixon (Recruiter): at KatieDixon@cygnethealth.co.uk or Megan Hicks (Regional Lead OT): at MeganHicks@cygnethealth.co.uk

Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.

*Recruitment agencies please note: Speculative emails are not t o be sent directly to our clinical staff, these need to go via our internal recruitment team. If speculative candidates are sent directly to a member of the clinical team, we will consider these candidates as our own*

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