Job summary
Are you passionate about enabling children to participate in all areas of life as best they can? Do you want to develop your specialist skills within paediatrics? Then we would love to hear from you!
We are looking for candidates with good organisational and time management skills who arekeen to learn and develop their expertise in Children's Occupational therapy.
This post is suitable for a Band 5 Occupational Therapist with relevant experience and ready for promotion or a Band 6 looking for a new challenge.
As a result of new funding we have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed Occupational Therapist to join our growing team in Children's Community Occupational Therapy in Waltham Forest, London.
Our current team of 9.7 whole time equivalent (wte) qualified clinical staff has a vacancy for a full time band 6. We would be delighted to consider applicants who are keen to be part of our journey as we continue to provide and develop our services for children and young people.
Main duties of the job
You will have opportunity to experience and develop skills in different areas within the service and will be working in a variety of settings including clinic, schools, nurseries, and family homes.
The Children's Occupational Therapy Team are based in a purpose-built centre, co-located with many other health and local authority children's services in Waltham Forest. Therapists have good access to clinical space as well as close working relations with the multi-disciplinary teams. We are currently offering both virtual and face to face appointments. The successful applicant will work closely with colleagues in Health, Education and Social Services. Specialist opportunities exist to work within the Child Development Team and delivering parent/carer training.There is a well-established appraisal system and a commitment to support staff to develop leadership and clinical skills, through regular supervision and internal and external training opportunities.Applicants will need to evidence that they have a Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy; good knowledge of current best practice in Occupational Therapy and post registration experience in at least one of the following clinical settings:o Children's Serviceso Community Settingo Community Neurology
About us
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 focussing in engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.
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).
High Cost Area Supplement
This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,551 to a maximum of £5,735).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application.
We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage.
References
Please ensure that the references are from your most recent employer and one of these must be your direct Line Manager or Supervisor. You must provide professional email addresses for all referees as we will contact them as soon as an offer has been made. Please note we do not request references prior to interviews. Additionally, ensure that any gaps in your employment history are clearly indicated. All applications made through NHS Jobs account will be processed by TRAC System. Please note that some emails may go to your spam/junk mailbox so make sure you check this regularly.
Use of AI
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used, then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
If you like the sound of working with NELFT, dont waste a moment and apply now!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application.
We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage.
References
Please ensure that the references are from your most recent employer and one of these must be your direct Line Manager or Supervisor. You must provide professional email addresses for all referees as we will contact them as soon as an offer has been made. Please note we do not request references prior to interviews. Additionally, ensure that any gaps in your employment history are clearly indicated. All applications made through NHS Jobs account will be processed by TRAC System. Please note that some emails may go to your spam/junk mailbox so make sure you check this regularly.
Use of AI
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used, then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
If you like the sound of working with NELFT, dont waste a moment and apply now!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC Registration
Experience
Essential
- Experience Working as a band 5 Occupational Therapist (minimum 18 months)
Desirable
- Membership of specialist interest group
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstration of knowledge of standards of practice, evidence and best practice guidelines in relation to OT
- Able to demonstrate a good understanding of role of OT in rehabilitation as well as the role of other professionals in MDT
Skills
Essential
- IT Skills
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Skills in problem solving, using initiative and working flexibily
- Able to demonstrate clinical and professional development.
Desirable
- The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
Personal Qualities
Essential
- To be able to travel efficiently throughout the area
- Flexible approach to work.
- Excellent time management skills including an ability to prioritise workload
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC Registration
Experience
Essential
- Experience Working as a band 5 Occupational Therapist (minimum 18 months)
Desirable
- Membership of specialist interest group
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstration of knowledge of standards of practice, evidence and best practice guidelines in relation to OT
- Able to demonstrate a good understanding of role of OT in rehabilitation as well as the role of other professionals in MDT
Skills
Essential
- IT Skills
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Skills in problem solving, using initiative and working flexibily
- Able to demonstrate clinical and professional development.
Desirable
- The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
Personal Qualities
Essential
- To be able to travel efficiently throughout the area
- Flexible approach to work.
- Excellent time management skills including an ability to prioritise workload
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).
