Occupational Therapy Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 April 2026
LOCATION
Belfast
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Healthcare
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Occupational Therapy HCPC registration Therapy Assistant Acute Hospital Problem-solving Communication Listening

FULL DESCRIPTION

Key Details

location Belfast

payrate £13.00 - £16.00 P/H

contract length Locum

date 27/04/2026 - 02/05/2026

Job Description

One of our clients, an acute hospital in Belfast, is looking for an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join their lovely Therapies Team.

They are open to speaking to candidates on 3 band level with a view to offering a long-term contract with an hourly pay rate of £13 - £16 P/H.

Essential criteria to be considered for this role:

  • Ideally, prior Therapy Assistant Experience in the HSCNI; however, candidates with overseas experience as an Occupational Therapist in acute hospital will be considered for this role
  • Holding an Occupational Therapy degree (MSc or BSc) and full HCPC registration will be beneficial, and this role may potentially allow progression to a Band 5 courtesy of the hiring manager further down the line
  • Be available to commence the role within a maximum of 2 weeks from the confirmation and happy to commit to a minimum period of three months

Benefits:

Our market-leading benefits package includes:

  • Daily PAYE Payroll
  • Weekly Limited Company & Umbrella Payroll
  • Dedicated Recruitment Consultant
  • Fast-Track Registration
  • Training & Support
  • Excellent Referral Bonus
  • Access to our Your Loyalty rewards
  • Assistance with travel and accommodation

Is this you?

A suitable candidate for the role will ideally have previous experience in a similar role and love what they do. This individual is suited to someone who is a good listener, a great communicator and has a natural interest in problem-solving.

About [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]

Established in 2005, [Employer hidden] is one of the leading providers of healthcare professionals throughout the UK and Ireland. Our primary focus is ensuring we deliver exceptional customer service, success and satisfaction to all clients and candidates. Last year, we provided our candidates with over 5 million hours of work!

[Employer hidden] is an equal opportunities employer.

Sound like the perfect position for you? Click Apply Now or contact me on [contact hidden]. Alternatively, email Holly at [contact hidden] to find out more about our Occupational Therapy jobs on offer in the UK.

Job reference number: YW-85t4

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