Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Children's Clinical
Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our team and work as part of our
well-established and friendly team at Cotswold Chine School following a trauma
informed approach based in Gloucestershire. The role will involve delivering
specialist Occupational Therapy assessments, interventions, and evaluation with
reference to evidenced informed practice. The role will also involve line
management skills including conducting clinical supervisions, preceptorship
programs and appraisals with identified Occupational Therapists. The role also
includes completing analysis and auditing of therapy progress and outcomes for
the children and to be able to confidently share this within professional
meetings. In addition, a strong focus will be on implementing sensory
regulation strategies working within a trauma informed and attachment focused
model of approach.
There is an established clinical therapy team at Novalis Trust, which consists of Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Drama Therapist, Social Workers, and Psychotherapist. There are regular clinical and therapy team meetings to discuss, share and track progress within the individuals therapy and to document outcomes of therapeutic interventions. This post will provide opportunities to develop your professional skills whilst being supported through working in an established team of experienced therapists.
Main duties of the job
It is essential that you are able to work within a team and can evidence your excellent communication skills with the ability to autonomously manage your own caseload. It is essential that the candidate is able to demonstrate experience of working as a qualified Occupational Therapist and is able to demonstrate ways in which they have mentored or coached others to support their professional development. You must be able to demonstrate evidence of core Occupational Therapy skills and be registered with the Health Care Professions Council.
There is a strong emphasis towards continuing professional development and regular opportunities for clinical supervision with experienced clinicians at the trust. The trust offers additional training within the areas of trauma informed care, family work and postgraduate training in Sensory Integration. We offer a supportive working environment and put a significant emphasis on sharing good practice through effective team working.
Key Responsibilities for this role:
- To conduct specialist occupational therapy assessment, interventions and creating therapeutic support plans and goals for the children
- To hold line management responsibilities including conducting supervisions and appraisals with identified Occupational Therapists
- To be able to play an active role in completing analysis and auditing of therapy progress and outcomes for the children and residents and be able to confidently share this within professional meetings
About us
Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children and adults with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties and other learning needs. The role would include opportunities to support the children with achieving their therapy goals within areas such as sensory, physical, emotional literacy, emotional regulation, and independent living skills.
Please note, to apply for this role you will need to complete a Novalis Trust Application, supplied in the documents section, or through our website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be
able to work as an autonomous Occupational Therapist including managing own
caseload and providing Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention for
children and residents as required. This includes prioritising needs and
completing administration tasks.
To be
able to follow the Occupational Therapy process including delivering
standardised and non-standardised assessments, interventions, and evaluation
with the children and residents.
To be
able to advise on specialist equipment and domestic and workplace environmental
alternations.
To write
records and reports and ensure that the database is kept up to date in a timely
manner.
To
assist and support the therapy provision throughout the Trust as required by
the Head of Clinical and Therapy.
To
liaise as required with professional networks.
To
attend the Clinical and Therapy meeting and other multidisciplinary team
meetings as directed by the Head of Clinical and Therapy.
To
attend meetings with the therapy department to discuss wider therapy issues as
required.
To be
able to attend professional meetings as directed by Head of Clinical and
Therapy and be able to confidently share the childrens therapy progress and
outcomes.
To hold
line management of identified occupational therapy staff, conducting
supervisions, preceptorship plans and appraisals, and all other line-management
responsibilities.
To
oversee the skill set process to identify and monitor key areas of progress and
development for children and assist with the goal setting process across the
care and therapy departments.
To
supervise Occupational Therapy students whilst on placement at the trust and
monitor progress and feedback from student placement experiences to support
review processes within the trust and wider professionals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be
able to work as an autonomous Occupational Therapist including managing own
caseload and providing Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention for
children and residents as required. This includes prioritising needs and
completing administration tasks.
To be
able to follow the Occupational Therapy process including delivering
standardised and non-standardised assessments, interventions, and evaluation
with the children and residents.
To be
able to advise on specialist equipment and domestic and workplace environmental
alternations.
To write
records and reports and ensure that the database is kept up to date in a timely
manner.
To
assist and support the therapy provision throughout the Trust as required by
the Head of Clinical and Therapy.
To
liaise as required with professional networks.
To
attend the Clinical and Therapy meeting and other multidisciplinary team
meetings as directed by the Head of Clinical and Therapy.
To
attend meetings with the therapy department to discuss wider therapy issues as
required.
To be
able to attend professional meetings as directed by Head of Clinical and
Therapy and be able to confidently share the childrens therapy progress and
outcomes.
To hold
line management of identified occupational therapy staff, conducting
supervisions, preceptorship plans and appraisals, and all other line-management
responsibilities.
To
oversee the skill set process to identify and monitor key areas of progress and
development for children and assist with the goal setting process across the
care and therapy departments.
To
supervise Occupational Therapy students whilst on placement at the trust and
monitor progress and feedback from student placement experiences to support
review processes within the trust and wider professionals.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
