Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an innovative and dedicated Occupational Therapist with specialist skills, excellent foundational knowledge and experience in the field of paediatrics, to be part of our team.Joining our highly skilled team of OTs and assistants will ensure a range of clinical experiences that will develop the specialist skills you require to progress your OT career. Your caseload will offer opportunities to work with presentations of physical conditions and neurodiversity, providingcomprehensive assessment of functional and motor coordination difficulties and occupational performance interventions. There will also be a broader opportunity to work with children and young people presenting with challenges in their own homes where safety and independence are considered in partnership with our Learning Disabilities service colleagues.As a specialist OT, there will be opportunity to contribute to our evidence-based pathways and access the vast support network of Children's Occupational Therapists across the Lancashire footprint.We are looking for individuals who are keen to invest in their own development and in return we will support you through professional and clinical supervision, shadowing and co-working opportunities, in-service training, professional forums, trust wide AHP research group, and funding opportunities for relevant external training courses.
Main duties of the job
This role offers in-house training opportunities to consolidate learning and knowledge whilst being supported to develop and manage an increasing complex caseload independently. You will become a specialist in assessing occupational performance and delivering specialist interventions. You will have a dedicated mentor and access to regular clinical supervision, appraisals, management supervision and professional support. You will also have access to our highly experienced clinicalleads and Trust AHP leads. You will work alongside speech and language therapists and physiotherapists in the team as well as working closely with other colleagues in health, education and social care to provide holistic and child-centred care. The role covers a variety of locations,including clinics, children's own homes, nurseries and schools.
About us
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.
The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.
Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust is an exciting place to be an Occupational Therapist and it is a highly valued role in our Trusts approach to multi-disciplinary care which is recognised through specialist OT forums and AHP events throughout the year. We have soundprofessional structures to lead and inspire our Occupational Therapy workforce. In childrens therapies we are committed to delivering excellent services, putting occupation and participation at the centre of our work and championing children and young people aged 0-19 occupational needs to be recognised and addressed. In turn we are looking for a creative individual who has the ability to think outside of the box and can bring a passion for evidence based, holistic and patient centred care to our thriving department.For further information about the role, please see the attached recruitment pack which includes a detailed job description and person specification, or visit our website via Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS FT.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust is an exciting place to be an Occupational Therapist and it is a highly valued role in our Trusts approach to multi-disciplinary care which is recognised through specialist OT forums and AHP events throughout the year. We have soundprofessional structures to lead and inspire our Occupational Therapy workforce. In childrens therapies we are committed to delivering excellent services, putting occupation and participation at the centre of our work and championing children and young people aged 0-19 occupational needs to be recognised and addressed. In turn we are looking for a creative individual who has the ability to think outside of the box and can bring a passion for evidence based, holistic and patient centred care to our thriving department.For further information about the role, please see the attached recruitment pack which includes a detailed job description and person specification, or visit our website via Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS FT.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
- Current Professional Registration with HCPC
- Evidence of continued professional development
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance framework & implications for practice, including audit and research governance
- Knowledge of a broad range of assessment tools for children with diverse needs
- Creative and a willingness to look at different ways of working
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of recent and relevant post graduate experience encompassing the specialist field of practice. that demonstrates an in depth knowledge of specialist area
- Demonstrable evidence of improving and developing service and practice
- Experience of working with children with complex needs and their families in community/non clinical setting
Skills
Essential
- Problem solving/ Decision making in relation to clinical practice, HCPC standards and implications for practice
- Change management skills
- Able to work independently as lead specialist
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
- Current Professional Registration with HCPC
- Evidence of continued professional development
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance framework & implications for practice, including audit and research governance
- Knowledge of a broad range of assessment tools for children with diverse needs
- Creative and a willingness to look at different ways of working
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of recent and relevant post graduate experience encompassing the specialist field of practice. that demonstrates an in depth knowledge of specialist area
- Demonstrable evidence of improving and developing service and practice
- Experience of working with children with complex needs and their families in community/non clinical setting
Skills
Essential
- Problem solving/ Decision making in relation to clinical practice, HCPC standards and implications for practice
- Change management skills
- Able to work independently as lead specialist
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).
