Please note that if you apply for a position with Sirona care & health, you may be contacted via Trac or via email. This includes invites for job interviews. We therefore recommend that you regularly check your Trac Account and email accounts. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received prior to the advertised closing date. Job overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Integrated Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy (OTPT) Assistant to join the Community Therapy team supporting children and young people across North Bristol and BNSSG. You will work within special schools and a range of community settings including clinics, mainstream schools, early years settings and children’s homes. The role involves supporting therapy programmes, assisting with interventions, and contributing to the development of children and young people’s functional skills and independence in line with therapy plans. The role is based within the North Bristol team with travel across multiple sites required. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes are therefore essential. This is a full-time post of 37.5 hours per week. Please note, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role and can only accept applications from candidates with the right to work in the UK. Advert The main duties of the role will be to work directly with children and young people to deliver specific skilled support and therapy programmes which have been set out by the Occupational and / or Physiotherapists; such as fine and gross motor tasks, play self-care skills. You will be be involved in supporting therapists in specialist equipment assessments, maintain and administer equipment as well as assisting with clinics. You will be required to record your work in the child's medical records and report back to the therapists. There will be the need to make some resources, manage stock, and clinic space and support the set up and running of clinics. You will be expected to attend regular supervision and training but will need to be able to work autonomously. You will need to have good communication skills while working with children and families and with education and health colleagues. Working for our organisation Ever dreamt about a career that sparks excitement and fosters your professional growth? Picture yourself waking up eager to make a real difference in our community, surrounded by teams who value your unique ideas. We are Sirona care & health – England’s largest provider of Adult’s and Children’s Community Services and we’d love for you to join us in Bristol, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire. Agenda for Change Salary, full NHS benefits, 27 days’ annual leave, and participation in the NHS Pension Scheme – just a glimpse of the benefits you’ll receive. We welcome and encourage all applicants. We are committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities we support and are proactively seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce. We know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We aim to draw upon the widest possible range of views and experiences to meet the changing needs of our colleagues, partners and communities we serve. Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare, looking for a fresh challenge within the NHS, or contemplating a career change, don't be daunted by the prospect of something different – we create development opportunities for all our colleagues and apprentices. Interested? View our benefits leaflet which you can find attached to this vacancy. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description for a full list of duties and responsibilities before applying for this position. If you refer to qualifications and experience within your supporting statement that is not reflected in your application this information will be discounted.