Leeds City Council
Occupation Therapy Assistant
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Occupation Therapy Assistant
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Salary: £28,598 - £31,022 per annum (pro rata for 18.5 Hours)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Leeds, Tech North area (LS7)
About the Opportunity
Do you want to be part of the Children’s Occupational Therapy Team in Leeds City Council’s Child Health and Disability Service? Leeds City Council is seeking an enthusiastic Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to help reduce the barriers experienced by children and young people with disabilities within their homes. Join a pivotal team dedicated to supporting one of the largest cities in UK, where 14,000+ employees drive the Child Friendly Leeds mission: making Leeds the best city to grow up in.
About You
To excel in this role, you will bring:
- Experience of working with children and families, particularly those with disabilities
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and a collaborative team-player mentality
- Confident communication and a proactive, "can-do" attitude
- Commitment to safeguarding, upholding welfare for children, and supporting the Child Friendly Leeds vision
About the Role
This is a community-focused, hands-on role where you, under supervision from registered Occupational Therapists (OTs), will:
- Conduct assessments of equipment and home adaptations to enhance independence for children and young people with disabilities.
- Work within Leeds’ anti-discriminatory ethos, applying restorative practice to personalise support.
Key Responsibilities
- Assessments & Interventions
- Carry out assessments under supervision, focusing on independence, barriers to inclusion, and needs-based interventions.
- Develop strength-based, occupation-focused plans, aligning with users’ placements.
- Work in rehabilitation teams to improve confidence and skill-sets of children across the city.
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Coordinated Services
- Collaborate with Housing, Social Workers, and other Councillor services to dissolve inclusion barriers.
- Handle specialised equipment delivery, fitting, and repairs, whilst managing complex moving/handling requirements.
- Enter records into management systems, delivering concise, privacy-commited reports.
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Safeguarding & Professional Leadership
- Work within the safeguarding framework, promoting actions to protect children at risk.
- Supervise visits from OT students, sharing professional knowledge.
- Prioritise risks, ensuring timeliness and compliance within Council policies and frameworks.
What We Offer You
We invest in empowering our team:
- Competitive salary and generous leave, including statutory holidays.
- Flexible/hybrid working model (adapted to service demands).
- West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions.
- Career development opportunities to progress at Leeds City Council.
- Wellbeing benefits, tailored to assist overall lifestyle success.
How to Apply
Apply online by completing Leeds City Council’s application form. Ensure all sections are correctly filled.
Queries or informal discussions regarding the role may be directed to:
- Jane Fisher / Miranda Chalmers (Team Managers) Contact: 0113 378 5140 or email: chad.ot.team.managers@leeds.gov.uk
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- DBS Checks: Shortlisted candidates will undergo security validation applicable to Children’s and Adults’ cards.
- Right to Work: Applicants must comply with UK settled visa eligibility rules.
Equal Opportunity Reminder
We actively encourage applications from:
- Women, carers, veterans
- LGBT+, ethnically diverse, disabled, and care-experienced individuals
Requirements Breakdown
Qualifications:
No formal qualifications mandated; experience takes precedence.
Essential Skills & Competencies
- Experience: Proven working with disabled youth (paid or voluntary capacity required).
- Core Behaviours:
- Understanding Leeds Council’s child-mindful values, goals, and codes of conduct.
- Alignment with sustainable practices, healthy community focus areas.
- Stipend for training and induction-related activities.
Knowledge & Skill Expectations
- Basic understanding of:
- Legislation impacting disabled children and statutory sector roles.
- Adapting services around social and cultural diversity.
- Core technology use, from office applications to IT-enabled safeguarding protocols.
Desirable Professional Advantages
- Safeguarding proficiency (alcohol, drugs, risks, protections).
- Reporting & communication skills enhance score positioning.
- Care Act expertise covering equipment/rehousing equity fair measures.
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