Therapy Assistant Practitioners
Therapy Assistant Practitioners
Here at Cheshire West and Chester Council, we are committed to providing excellent Adult Social Care services to residents. We are one team, putting what matters to people first and are investing in a number of roles, qualified and non-qualified, across our service areas to grow our dynamic, solution focused team.
So, wherever you are in your life, there is something to suit you in Adult Social Care, whether that be meaningful work, feeling valued in your role, career progression, pay progression or a great work life balance, this is where you will find it. If you want to be a part of our welcoming, values driven service and are passionate about being part of a team that can make a real difference for local people, please take a look at the roles we have available.
Cheshire West and Chester Council is a place where everyone can Thrive – through our core values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Value for Money and Empowerment.
Make a Difference Every Day
Are you passionate about helping people maintain their independence and live safely in their own homes?
Following significant investment into our Occupational Therapy service, we are looking for a motivated and compassionate Therapy Assistant Practitioner (TAP) to join our innovative Right Size Care Team. This is an exciting opportunity to support adults with care and support needs through strengths-based assessments, personalised goal planning and practical interventions that promote independence, wellbeing and quality of life.
Working alongside Occupational Therapists, health professionals, care providers and community partners, you will help deliver timely, person-centred solutions that reduce, delay and prevent the need for ongoing care and support.
About the Role
As a Therapy Assistant Practitioner, you will:
- Complete needs-based assessments and functional assessments within people's own homes.
- Support individuals to identify personal goals, strengths and opportunities to maximise independence.
- Prescribe and review community equipment and minor adaptations under Occupational Therapy guidance.
- Develop and review goal plans using strengths-based approaches.
- Contribute to moving and handling assessments and support the implementation of proportionate care.
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, voluntary organisations and health partners.
- Maintain accurate electronic records and contribute to service development.
- Provide advice, guidance and support regarding equipment, adaptations and reablement approaches.
About You
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:
Essential Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 or 4 (or equivalent qualification).
- Five GCSEs or equivalent qualifications.
- Experience working within health, social care or a related setting.
- Experience supporting people with disabilities and care and support needs.
- Knowledge of safeguarding adults and relevant legislation.
- Understanding of moving and handling principles.
- Knowledge of assistive technology, disability equipment and adaptations.
- Strong communication, organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to person-centred practice and promoting independence.
Desirable
- Trusted Assessor Training or Advanced Award in the Provision of Community Equipment.
- Experience of case management with supervision.
- Knowledge of housing adaptations, grants and social housing policy.
- Experience of personalised goal planning.
Why Join Us?
We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
✅ Flexible working arrangements
✅ Local Government Pension Scheme with life cover
✅ Generous annual leave starting at 26 days, rising to 31 days
✅ Opportunities to purchase additional leave
✅ Learning and development opportunities
✅ Employee discounts on shopping, leisure, travel, health and wellbeing services
Our Values
We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to:
- Teamwork
- Honesty
- Respect
- Innovation
- Value for Money
- Empowerment
Apply Today
If you are enthusiastic about enabling people to live independently, enjoy working collaboratively and want to make a real difference within your community, we would love to hear from you.
Join our Right Size Care Team and help people achieve better outcomes through practical, person-centred support.
Full Job description and Person specification information is attached with this advert.
For further information please contact sam.campbell@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk or kathryn.auckland@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk
Please note that this job is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and children. It’s a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group (i.e. adults at risk, children, or both).
To find out more information about what it is like to work for Cheshire West and Chester Council including our rewards and benefits please see www.cwcrecruitment.co.uk
Candidates may use AI tools to support proofreading, editing and presentation. However, all application materials should represent the candidate's own experience, perspectives and thinking. We are seeking original and authentic responses, and applicants should ensure that any submission reflects their own analysis, judgement and vision for the role. No candidate will meet every single requirement - if your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!
Cheshire West and Chester Council are committed to equality and diversity in employment. Please see the Equality Policy for more information.
Cheshire West and Chester Council have adopted a Local Living Wage for our employees which means that all employees will receive a minimum of £13.45 per hour for all contracted hours.
For any technical enquiries please email Sourcingteam@ecwip.co.uk and quote job reference number in all correspondence.
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Salary range
- £32,578 - £35,570 per year