Job Ref: 215963395

Date: 2022-03-04 11:55:42

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Athona healthcare division is currently looking for a Therapy Assistant.

Exciting opportunity to join a multi-professional therapy practice, providing specialist Therapy Services to children 0-18 years.

Children attending the centre and the schools present with a variety of diagnoses, including, Sensory Processing Difficulties, Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Dyspraxia, Cerebral Palsy, Dyslexia, Speech and Language delay/disorders, attachment and trauma difficulties, global developmental delay or neurological disorders.

Key responsibilities:

To develop therapeutic relationships with individuals.
To facilitate individual and group sessions either with the Therapist or under the direction of the Therapist.
To understand therapy goals and aims and how to measure outcomes of therapy.
To provide feedback to the Therapist on the progress of the therapy programme where the Therapy Assistant is delivering the package.
To liaise with parents and school staff in relation to needs and progress of the children on your caseload.
To prioritise own workload, work independently and use own initiate to complete day to day tasks. Seek support and assistance where required.

Desired Experience:

Clinical experience of wide range of paediatric work in clinical or educational settings.
Clinical experience of working with children with a wide range of needs including Autistic Spectrum disorders, Dyspraxia, Sensory Processing Difficulties and neurological disorders.

Athona's Health division is a market-leader in the recruitment of Allied Health Professionals. As a preferred supplier to the NHS and private sector, we hold many exclusive contracts across the UK – giving you priority access to the best jobs around. Did you know we also have a dedicated locum team who can offer you the best in temporary roles? Get in touch today to find out more.

Did you know we also have a £300 referral scheme should you know of any AHPs that might be looking for a new position. Athona will also pay for your DBS, Mandatory training as well as contribute towards your CPD.

For more information or to apply to this position, please contact Tia Ali on (phone number removed) or e-mail (url removed)

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