Job summary
Permanent |Part Time The post is for 33.75 hours per week.
We are looking for a compassionate, motivated individual to join our dynamic Early Years Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Team. This is an exciting opportunity to develop the early intervention sensory service to young children with emerging needs through a test and learn approach.
You will work with experienced AHPs in a collaborative team. The role is focussed in working in the community, so a valid UK driving licence and access to a car is necessary.
About You
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A Qualified Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration and extensive experience working in a community paediatric setting.
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Compassionate, respectful, and accountable in your approach
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Passionate about supporting young children with emerging sensory needs and providing holistic care to them, their families and carers.
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Confident in delivering therapeutic support at all levels of a graduated approach.
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Skilled in developing a therapeutic relationship with all involved in the child's care to deliver meaningful family-centred outcomes.
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Early Years Team Leader, your responsibilities will include:
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Delivering specialist assessment, advice, and management for children with sensory processing difficulties.
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Take the lead on complex cases, provide advanced clinical input, and share your expertise through training and inter-agency collaboration.
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Be an autonomous practitioner at the forefront of paediatric sensory care.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2222 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for part-time roles.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2222 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for part-time roles.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- BSc in Occupational Therapy or Dip COT
- HCPC Registration
- Relevant post graduate courses / CPD in sensory processing.
- Portfolio evidence of reflective practice
Desirable
- MSc in Paediatric Occupational Therapy or other relevant MSc
- Member of CYPF
- Research qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant and relevant post graduate experience in paediatric mental health / Sensory Processing / autism spectrum disorders
- Community / lone worker experience
- Appraisal / supervision / teaching of more junior staff
- Standardised Assessment tools
- Outcome measures
Desirable
- Experience of working in or alongside education settings
- Active involvement in relevant special interest groups, local OT sub-groups or voluntary organisations
Knowledge
Essential
- Paediatric mental health / sensory processing / autism spectrum disorders
- Child Protection procedures
- Audit / Research / Service Evaluation
- Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession.
- Advanced understanding of clinical governance and its implications for services.
- Understanding of family / team dynamics and how to develop working relationships with all involved in the child's care.
- Understanding of the impact of disability on children and their families.
- Understanding of data protection, confidentiality and health and safety requirements in meeting the needs of the child and family.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Good I.T. skills
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Ability to present information, written and verbal in a clear and logical manner.
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate appropriately.
- Ability to keep accurate and legible clinical records.
- Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and within emotional or challenging situations.
- Problem solving approach
- Ability to communicate effectively and work well within a multi-professional team.
- Self directed learning
- Forward thinking / visionary
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to demonstrate empathy, sensitivity and tact
Attributes
Essential
- High level of interpersonal skills.
- Reliable, punctual, flexible
- Driving licence and car insurance commensurate with the role
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- BSc in Occupational Therapy or Dip COT
- HCPC Registration
- Relevant post graduate courses / CPD in sensory processing.
- Portfolio evidence of reflective practice
Desirable
- MSc in Paediatric Occupational Therapy or other relevant MSc
- Member of CYPF
- Research qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant and relevant post graduate experience in paediatric mental health / Sensory Processing / autism spectrum disorders
- Community / lone worker experience
- Appraisal / supervision / teaching of more junior staff
- Standardised Assessment tools
- Outcome measures
Desirable
- Experience of working in or alongside education settings
- Active involvement in relevant special interest groups, local OT sub-groups or voluntary organisations
Knowledge
Essential
- Paediatric mental health / sensory processing / autism spectrum disorders
- Child Protection procedures
- Audit / Research / Service Evaluation
- Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession.
- Advanced understanding of clinical governance and its implications for services.
- Understanding of family / team dynamics and how to develop working relationships with all involved in the child's care.
- Understanding of the impact of disability on children and their families.
- Understanding of data protection, confidentiality and health and safety requirements in meeting the needs of the child and family.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Good I.T. skills
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Ability to present information, written and verbal in a clear and logical manner.
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate appropriately.
- Ability to keep accurate and legible clinical records.
- Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and within emotional or challenging situations.
- Problem solving approach
- Ability to communicate effectively and work well within a multi-professional team.
- Self directed learning
- Forward thinking / visionary
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to demonstrate empathy, sensitivity and tact
Attributes
Essential
- High level of interpersonal skills.
- Reliable, punctual, flexible
- Driving licence and car insurance commensurate with the role
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).
