Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated band 6 Occupational Therapists (OT) who is keen to gain valuable experience or develop further in the exciting field of paediatrics.The successful candidate will work alongside our large and supportive professional Occupational Therapy team using a person centred, occupation based approach.
The post holder will have a degree in Occupational Therapy, be HPCP registered and should demonstrate a knowledge of the main treatment approaches, research and best evidence based practice in Children`s OT. They will be motivated to develop their own learning and to contribute to service development. They will thrive on working as part of a team and will demonstrate excellent communication skills.
The post holder will be part of an integrated team (Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Specialist Health Visiting, Specialist School Nursing) with the benefits of having both a locality lead and a professional lead Occupational Therapist.
Main duties of the job
The main responsibilities of the post: o To be responsible for managing allocated caseload independently, showing ability to prioritise appropriately.o Deliver specialist OT to children with physical and developmental conditions aged 0-19 in the Brentwood, Basildon and Thurrock area.o To work collaboratively with family/carers, colleagues and all agencies involved in the child's care, in order to provide the highest level of care and safeguarding.o To access clinical professional development opportunities relevant to learning needs and clinical specialism.o To contribute to service development including audit, training and development of colleagues and students.
About us
COVID-19 Vaccination
We continue to encourage all staff to ensure that they have been double vaccinated and received their booster. We recognise that taking the vaccine provides the best defence against COVID 19 for our patients, our staff and their families.
Probationary Period
This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).
Starting with NELFT
NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop in sessions focusing in engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.
High Cost Area Supplement - London
This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 5% of the basic salary (minimum payment of £1,192 and a maximum payment of £2,011 per annum pro rata).
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Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is eligible for the Trust 'Welcome to NELFT' Payment, a lump sum of 10% of agreed basic salary (pro rata if part time and exclusive of HCAS payments) (subject to a minimum of £4,000 and maximum of £10,000) and is open to all new applicants who are successfully appointed. Payment of the incentive is 50% of the lump sum at the end of the probationary period (typically six months) and then 50% at the end of year two. This welcome package is applicable to external candidates only.
The Children`s OT service is committed to providing excellent opportunities for clinical development and continuous learning.
Our service covers 2 specialist areas :
-Children with Neuro-developmental conditions such as ADHD, DCD, ASD with associated motor difficulties affecting function.
-Children with Physical and Neurological conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, Downs Syndrome.
As part of our development programme, you will have opportunities to develop skills in all of these specialist areas. This will be supported through joint working and shadowing, regular supervision, in-service training, self- directed learning and access to appropriate external training.
We have a position available within the Thurrock Community Children`s Team, part of the well-established specialist Children`s OT team covering the South West Essex area.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is eligible for the Trust 'Welcome to NELFT' Payment, a lump sum of 10% of agreed basic salary (pro rata if part time and exclusive of HCAS payments) (subject to a minimum of £4,000 and maximum of £10,000) and is open to all new applicants who are successfully appointed. Payment of the incentive is 50% of the lump sum at the end of the probationary period (typically six months) and then 50% at the end of year two. This welcome package is applicable to external candidates only.
The Children`s OT service is committed to providing excellent opportunities for clinical development and continuous learning.
Our service covers 2 specialist areas :
-Children with Neuro-developmental conditions such as ADHD, DCD, ASD with associated motor difficulties affecting function.
-Children with Physical and Neurological conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, Downs Syndrome.
As part of our development programme, you will have opportunities to develop skills in all of these specialist areas. This will be supported through joint working and shadowing, regular supervision, in-service training, self- directed learning and access to appropriate external training.
We have a position available within the Thurrock Community Children`s Team, part of the well-established specialist Children`s OT team covering the South West Essex area.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in occupational therapy
- HPC registration
- Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent postgraduate courses including those relevant to specialty
- Evidence of attendance on specialist short courses relevant to clinical area
Experience
Essential
- Specialist post graduate clinical experience in OT with children or relevant OT clinical specialty
Desirable
- experience with assessment and provision of equipment with Children
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of role of OT for children
- Understanding of professional development issues
- Knowledge of Neurodevelopmental and Physical and Neurological conditions
Desirable
- knowledge of splinting use for children
- knowledge of equipment used with children
Skills
Essential
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in occupational therapy
- HPC registration
- Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent postgraduate courses including those relevant to specialty
- Evidence of attendance on specialist short courses relevant to clinical area
Experience
Essential
- Specialist post graduate clinical experience in OT with children or relevant OT clinical specialty
Desirable
- experience with assessment and provision of equipment with Children
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of role of OT for children
- Understanding of professional development issues
- Knowledge of Neurodevelopmental and Physical and Neurological conditions
Desirable
- knowledge of splinting use for children
- knowledge of equipment used with children
Skills
Essential
Desirable
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).
