Job summary We are looking for a confident Occupational Therapy Assistant with a passion for delivering outstanding care. Youll be working full time, 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Newham House. Cygnet Newham House is our 20-bed neuropsychiatric care and treatment facility providing rehabilitation for women affected by acquired brain injuries (ABI). Main duties of the job At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day. About us Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation. Details Date posted 24 October 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £27,825 to £27,825 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number VPFBF5C66A Job locations Middlesbrough TS8 9DE Job description Job responsibilities Would you like to explore a rewarding career experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant? About Us Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services in England, Scotland and Wales. Your Role Service Line: Neuro Rehabilitation Summary of the role Job Title: Occupational Therapy Assistant Location: Cygnet Newham House Salary Range: £27,825.00 per annum (FTE) Hours: 40 hours Contract: 12 month Fixed Term Start Date: December 2025 Cygnet Newham House (Middlesbrough, TS8 9DE) Cygnet Newham House is our 20-bed neuropsychiatric care and treatment facility providing rehabilitation for women affected by acquired brain injuries (ABI). The hospital provides a safe and secure place to aid recovery alongside offering those diagnosed with a progressive neurological disease like Huntingtons Disease, a placement to support and help manage the progression of their symptoms. The hospital is a modern, purpose-built facility, designed specifically to provide a clinically-led evidence-based neuropsychiatric pathway for individuals presenting with behaviours that challenge as a result of their ABI. Our focus is to create a therapeutic rich environment to engage the women in our care and offer them the opportunity to maximise their independence. Our in-house Neuropsychiatry interdisciplinary team and person-centred approach puts the individual at the centre of their treatment and discharge planning. We offer a wide range of activities and facilities to promote independent function. Positive behaviour goals are focused on discharge planning to support service users to return to community living either with support or independently. The post holder will be supervised by the Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist on site. Occupational Therapy Directorate Under the leadership of our occupational therapy directors we support over 185 Occupational Therapists and over 300 OT support staff. Working together as a large team we provide support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development. Every service line has a clinical lead occupational therapist to lead and develop evidence based practice and agreed occupational therapy pathway. We ensure our occupational therapy team members have a voice through participating in service model development, utilising the expertise and support of our clinical lead occupational therapists. Occupational Therapy Assistant Preceptorship & Induction: Starting a new job can be daunting, which is why we have a robust induction process that enables you to shadow staff, discuss your learning and receive expert support to develop into your role. We offer an Occupational Therapy Assistant preceptorship programme in your first12 months to support and consolidate core skills. We also offer regular, virtual Q&A sessions with our clinical lead OT and networking with other OT Assistants and Activity Coordinators in your service line. 5 reasons why you should make an application today We care about people in our services Expert clinical supervision with an occupational therapist Induction & service line training in area of specialism Dedicated CPD time for peer support, skill development and specialist training We support and develop you to build skills and confidence for the next level in your career. Cygnet Health Care Benefits Free parking Free meals for staff on duty Relocation package available 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 its 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 occupati Job description Job responsibilities Would you like to explore a rewarding career experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant? About Us Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services in England, Scotland and Wales. Your Role Service Line: Neuro Rehabilitation Summary of the role Job Title: Occupational Therapy Assistant Location: Cygnet Newham House Salary Range: £27,825.00 per annum (FTE) Hours: 40 hours Contract: 12 month Fixed Term Start Date: December 2025 Cygnet Newham House (Middlesbrough, TS8 9DE) Cygnet Newham House is our 20-bed neuropsychiatric care and treatment facility providing rehabilitation for women affected by acquired brain injuries (ABI). The hospital provides a safe and secure place to aid recovery alongside offering those diagnosed with a progressive neurological disease like Huntingtons Disease, a placement to support and help manage the progression of their symptoms. The hospital is a modern, purpose-built facility, designed specifically to provide a clinically-led evidence-based neuropsychiatric pathway for individuals presenting with behaviours that challenge as a result of their ABI. Our focus is to create a therapeutic rich environment to engage the women in our care and offer them the opportunity to maximise their independence. Our in-house Neuropsychiatry interdisciplinary team and person-centred approach puts the individual at the centre of their treatment and discharge planning. We offer a wide range of activities and facilities to promote independent function. Positive behaviour goals are focused on discharge planning to support service users to return to community living either with support or independently. The post holder will be supervised by the Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist on site. Occupational Therapy Directorate Under the leadership of our occupational therapy directors we support over 185 Occupational Therapists and over 300 OT support staff. Working together as a large team we provide support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development. Every service line has a clinical lead occupational therapist to lead and develop evidence based practice and agreed occupational therapy pathway. We ensure our occupational therapy team members have a voice through participating in service model development, utilising the expertise and support of our clinical lead occupational therapists. Occupational Therapy Assistant Preceptorship & Induction: Starting a new job can be daunting, which is why we have a robust induction process that enables you to shadow staff, discuss your learning and receive expert support to develop into your role. We offer an Occupational Therapy Assistant preceptorship programme in your first12 months to support and consolidate core skills. We also offer regular, virtual Q&A sessions with our clinical lead OT and networking with other OT Assistants and Activity Coordinators in your service line. 5 reasons why you should make an application today We care about people in our services Expert clinical supervision with an occupational therapist Induction & service line training in area of specialism Dedicated CPD time for peer support, skill development and specialist training We support and develop you to build skills and confidence for the next level in your career. Cygnet Health Care Benefits Free parking Free meals for staff on duty Relocation package available 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 its 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 occupati Person Specification General Requirements Essential Please refer to job description above Desirable Please refer to job description above Person Specification General Requirements Essential Please refer to job description above Desirable Please refer to job description above Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. 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