Paediatric Community Occupational Therapist
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
FixedTerm Contract 12 months (Maternity leave cover) Occupational Therapist B6 22.5hours We are looking for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist(OT) to join our friendly Childrens Occupational Therapy team inWorcestershire. The successful candidate will be working alongside a dynamicteam of OTs, Assistant Practitioners, Physiotherapists and Specialist PlayNursery Nurses providing a community service to children and young people witha variety of needs. Thepost holder would be based at one of our three bases and will be required totravel across other sites. The service worksclosely with mainstream and special schools, the multi-disciplinary team andour local authority to ensure childrens needs are supported. Our service alsoincludes assessment of specialist equipment therefore knowledge of specialistequipment is desirable. We offer a variety of opportunities forlearning, CPD, multi-disciplinary working and have a strong focus onsupervision. If you wish to be considered for a secondment please gain permission fromyour Substantive Manager before applying. Main duties of the job
The main duties of this role include: Holding a varied caseload completing OT assessments and interventionsincluding assessment for specialist equipment. Being able to identify childrenand young peoples OT needs and develop care plans using a goal settingapproach. To supervise and support other members of the therapy service including assistantpractitioners and students. Having excellent communication skills including report writing forEducation, Health and Care Plans. Knowledge of assessments and treatment options typically used withchildren and a clear understanding of the evidence base. Application of policies and legislation related to children, youngpeople and families including safeguarding children. About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust,we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitalsand community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental healthand learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people ofall ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over100 sites. We will support you to thrive; offer flexibleworking options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions,and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We valuediversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures,and ethnicities. What we offer; 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to33 days with long service Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you workunsocial hours Flexible and agile working opportunities Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support Wide range of supportive staff networks Health and wellbeing opportunities If you would like to know more, please visit ourwebsite. Sharingyour data -
As a data controller we may sometimes need to process your data topursue our legitimate business interests, for example to request a survey fromyou (optional), to support the Trusts understanding of where you gainedinterest in working for the Trust. Job responsibilities
For full details of the duties and criteria for the roleplease refer to the job description and person specification attached. Person Specification
Experience
Working in paediatric and/or learning disability settings Managing a caseload Use of standardised and non- standardised assessment tools Setting up therapy programmes Supervising assistants and junior staff Qualifications
Diploma / Degree in OT or equivalent qualification COT membership HCPC registration I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer. 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. Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust Childrens Occupational Therapy Team Lead
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Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
FixedTerm Contract 12 months (Maternity leave cover) Occupational Therapist B6 22.5hours We are looking for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist(OT) to join our friendly Childrens Occupational Therapy team inWorcestershire. The successful candidate will be working alongside a dynamicteam of OTs, Assistant Practitioners, Physiotherapists and Specialist PlayNursery Nurses providing a community service to children and young people witha variety of needs. Thepost holder would be based at one of our three bases and will be required totravel across other sites. The service worksclosely with mainstream and special schools, the multi-disciplinary team andour local authority to ensure childrens needs are supported. Our service alsoincludes assessment of specialist equipment therefore knowledge of specialistequipment is desirable. We offer a variety of opportunities forlearning, CPD, multi-disciplinary working and have a strong focus onsupervision. If you wish to be considered for a secondment please gain permission fromyour Substantive Manager before applying. Main duties of the job
The main duties of this role include: Holding a varied caseload completing OT assessments and interventionsincluding assessment for specialist equipment. Being able to identify childrenand young peoples OT needs and develop care plans using a goal settingapproach. To supervise and support other members of the therapy service including assistantpractitioners and students. Having excellent communication skills including report writing forEducation, Health and Care Plans. Knowledge of assessments and treatment options typically used withchildren and a clear understanding of the evidence base. Application of policies and legislation related to children, youngpeople and families including safeguarding children. About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust,we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitalsand community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental healthand learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people ofall ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over100 sites. We will support you to thrive; offer flexibleworking options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions,and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We valuediversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures,and ethnicities. What we offer; 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to33 days with long service Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you workunsocial hours Flexible and agile working opportunities Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support Wide range of supportive staff networks Health and wellbeing opportunities If you would like to know more, please visit ourwebsite. Sharingyour data -
As a data controller we may sometimes need to process your data topursue our legitimate business interests, for example to request a survey fromyou (optional), to support the Trusts understanding of where you gainedinterest in working for the Trust. Job responsibilities
For full details of the duties and criteria for the roleplease refer to the job description and person specification attached. Person Specification
Experience
Working in paediatric and/or learning disability settings Managing a caseload Use of standardised and non- standardised assessment tools Setting up therapy programmes Supervising assistants and junior staff Qualifications
Diploma / Degree in OT or equivalent qualification COT membership HCPC registration I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer. 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. Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust Childrens Occupational Therapy Team Lead
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