At Livity Life, part of Millbrook Healthcare Group, we’re leading the Technology Enabled Care (TEC) revolution. Using the most innovative technology and cutting-edge digital tools. We deliver a transformational service that challenges norms and delivers the very best care experience.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join the team within our Essex Technology Enabled Care (TEC) Service Centre. This is an excellent opportunity where you\'ll work as part of an engaged and motivated team, for a company committed to reward and recognition for a job well done. Livity Life work in partnership with the local authority to supply TEC solutions to support people in their day-to-day life. This TEC service provides the assessment of service users’ care technology needs all the way through to the installation, maintenance and review of technology equipment.
We are seeking a proactive and compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant to support the delivery of TEC services across Essex. You will assist prescribers, conduct assessments, and deliver training to service users, carers, and professionals. This is a mobile role requiring travel across the county, so access to a car and a full UK driving licence are essential. Full training and support will be provided.
About the role:
* Initial Triage & Screening: You will act as the first point of contact, helping to assess basic needs and direct referrals appropriately.
* Prescriber Onboarding: They will support prescribers by guiding them through the TEC ordering process, offering practical help and confidence-building.
* Education & Engagement: You will deliver training or induction sessions to new prescribers, helping to embed the TEC first approach we have.
* Assessment Support: You will carry out low-level assessments under OT supervision, helping to speed up response times for equipment and TEC provision.
* Consistency & Quality: You will ensure assessments are aligned with Essex protocols and TEC pathways, improving consistency across the system.
* You will help collect feedback and usage data from prescribers, feeding into continuous improvement efforts.
* Enhanced Collaboration: Acting as a bridge between OTs, prescribers, and TEC officers, you will strengthen communication and coordination.
* Travel & Coverage:Provide support across all areas in accurate records and manage time effectively while working in the community.
What are we looking for?
Qualifications & Experience
* Experience in care, rehabilitation, or assistive technology is desirable.
* Strong communicationand interpersonal skills.
* Confident using digital tools and technology.
* Full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
* Desirable: Qualified TECS Trusted Assessor. Or to be completed within 6 months
What can we offer you?
* £26,530 - £29,114 in line with NHS Band 4
* Monday to Friday 40hours -08.30 - 17.00
* Up to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* Company Pension Scheme.
* Life Assurance.
* A rewards scheme – 200+ exclusiveperksand discounts from leading retailers and leisure outlets
Our ambition at Livity Life is to become the provider of choice in a world where intelligent healthcare technology enables proactive, personalised, and preventative care for every individual of all ages and backgrounds to live safe, independent lives in their own homes.
We are on a mission to create and nurture better social care and health outcomes for all. By empowering our people to inspire and support others, living our values to be the provider and employer of choice
Our core company values ‘LIFE’ newly launched in 2026 will support us achieve this. We are always looking to recruit hard working and talented individuals to become a part of our ongoing growth and success. You’ll enjoy all the support and encouragement you need to reach your own potential and develop a rewarding career along the way.
Values
* Lead by example in setting the standards which define our purpose.
* Inspire and empower, collaboration, shared purpose and inclusion.
* Fairness- we act ethically and with integrity in everything we do.
* Entrepreneurial – innovate with purpose, with a mindset resilient to change.
This role involves working in a regulated activity and may be subject to a DBS disclosure and social media screening.
No terminology in the advert you have seen is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we will gladly accept applications from all sections of the community.
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