Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and innovative OT to lead and develop the autism pathways for Hackney Community Paediatric Occupational Therapy Services. This post is an ideal development opportunity for an existing band 7 with funding agreed for either leadership course or relevant MSc module confirmed to support development within the role.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic and diverse team, based in the heart of Hackney, at Hackney Ark Child Development Centre. We are looking for a leader who can further develop service growth and innovative working. S/he will hold an area of clinical expertise dependent upon skills and service need, and will be able to demonstrate specialist knowledge in other key areas. This role will require the successful candidate to promote the provision of high quality, evidence based occupational therapy services, which will promote the function, skills and participation of children and young people in Hackney.
Main duties of the job
This post provides a unique opportunity for an OT with relevant experience of working with children and young people, to promote and grow OT partnerships across education, social care, health and housing. The postholder will also be expected to partner with children , young people and families in the co-design of new services.
Hackney Ark is the health centre for children and young people with disabilities aged 0 - 19 years, very close links exist with partners in education and social care.
The post holder will ensure a coordinated and collaborative approach to service integration with partners including Education, Health and Social Care. This will include:
- The negotiation and development of traded services with schools and settings
- Leadership across the Social Care Integrated OT service through integrated working with Housing, Local Authority Adaptations Team and the contracted equipment provider. This will include the creation of protocols, pathways and policies that reflect legislation, guidelines and national and local priorities.
You will report to the Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist and work closely with other members of the inter-disciplinary team.
About us
Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, our procedures and our People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ and Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s for this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s for this vacancy.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised OT Degree qualification or equivalent leading to registration with HPC
- Health Professions council - licence to practice
- Evidence of successful completion of MSc or specialist courses equivalent covering
Desirable
- Registered member of COT
- Membership of relevant special interest groups
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills oExcellent ability to work as part of a multi disciplinary team oExcellent negotiation skills oDeveloped teaching and coaching skills oAbility to analyse service needs and implement change oExcellent problem solving skills oAbility to prioritise competing demands oAbility to schedule workloads and employ strategies to ensure equitable and safe caseloads oAbility to plan projects and anticipate and prioritise work required to meet deadlines oProven leadership skills oAbility to lead and motivate groups oSpecialist clinical skills relevant to the field of paediatric occupational therapy oAbility to work with static and mobile specialist equipment requiring a level of fitness, agility, dexterity, speed, strength and precision oAbility assess and fabricate / issue splints oAbility to work independently oAbility to lead others
Desirable
- Developed presentation skills oExperience of communicating sensitive information oBudget management skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience of appraising other staff oExperience of ensuring evidenced based practice is implemented into service provision oIn depth experience of clinical specialist area
Desirable
- Experience of presenting to a range of audiences including at conferences and to service users
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues oKnowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to children's services oIn depth knowledge of arrange of appropriate evidence based interventions and an ability to compare and contrast relative benefits oThorough knowledge of structure and working practices of NHS oUnderstanding of effective multi agency roles and of multi agency working oIn -depth knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group oUnderstanding of the principles of clinical governance /audit
Other Requirements
Essential
- Commitment and adherence to the Equality Act Understanding of the Trust values oExcellent Team working skills oSelf-motivated.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised OT Degree qualification or equivalent leading to registration with HPC
- Health Professions council - licence to practice
- Evidence of successful completion of MSc or specialist courses equivalent covering
Desirable
- Registered member of COT
- Membership of relevant special interest groups
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills oExcellent ability to work as part of a multi disciplinary team oExcellent negotiation skills oDeveloped teaching and coaching skills oAbility to analyse service needs and implement change oExcellent problem solving skills oAbility to prioritise competing demands oAbility to schedule workloads and employ strategies to ensure equitable and safe caseloads oAbility to plan projects and anticipate and prioritise work required to meet deadlines oProven leadership skills oAbility to lead and motivate groups oSpecialist clinical skills relevant to the field of paediatric occupational therapy oAbility to work with static and mobile specialist equipment requiring a level of fitness, agility, dexterity, speed, strength and precision oAbility assess and fabricate / issue splints oAbility to work independently oAbility to lead others
Desirable
- Developed presentation skills oExperience of communicating sensitive information oBudget management skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience of appraising other staff oExperience of ensuring evidenced based practice is implemented into service provision oIn depth experience of clinical specialist area
Desirable
- Experience of presenting to a range of audiences including at conferences and to service users
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues oKnowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to children's services oIn depth knowledge of arrange of appropriate evidence based interventions and an ability to compare and contrast relative benefits oThorough knowledge of structure and working practices of NHS oUnderstanding of effective multi agency roles and of multi agency working oIn -depth knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group oUnderstanding of the principles of clinical governance /audit
Other Requirements
Essential
- Commitment and adherence to the Equality Act Understanding of the Trust values oExcellent Team working skills oSelf-motivated.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
