Job summary
Fixed Term:12 months | 30hrs per week | Proposed interview date is Friday the 16th May 2025
We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist who is passionate about working with children and young people with disabilities. This 12-month position is based within our community therapy team at Ryegate Children's Centre, where you will work with a team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and therapy assistants. You will be part of a team with a wealth of experience to share and help you grow in your career.
About You: We are looking for someone who loves working with children and is enthusiastic about helping them achieve their goals. You will be keen to learn and develop your skills as an occupational therapist. You must be registered with the HCPC and have a Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy, along with experience working with children.
If you're excited about joining our supportive and dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
Reporting to the Community Team Leader, your responsibilities will include:
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Provide high-quality occupational therapy care within the community therapy team alongside physiotherapists and multi-professional teams.
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Conduct routine occupational therapy assessments for children and young people with a range of conditions in schools and family homes.
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Provide a diagnosis related to occupational therapy and develop individual treatment plans.
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Manage a delegated caseload, working under supervision while continuing to develop your skills.
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Undertake all clinical responsibilities as a developing autonomous practitioner, seeking advice, training, and support from senior colleagues and team members.
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
- Leaders in Children's Health
We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts--helping you succeed 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.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones 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, were 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.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones 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, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- HCPC registration.
- Diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Portfolio evidence of reflective practice.
- An under-graduate case study, essay or dissertation on a paediatric topic
- Good overall clinical record / profile
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of team working
- Undergraduate clinical placements in paediatrics
- Experience of working with children, either professionally or socially
Desirable
- Evidence of extra responsibilities taken at undergraduate level Involvement in audit, research or service evaluation.
- Experience of working in special education.
- Experience of working in paediatrics
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession. Knowledge of clinical governance and its implications for services.
- Awareness of own limitations
- Understanding of family / team dynamics and how to develop working relationships with all involved in the child's care.
- Understanding of data protection, confidentiality and health and safety requirements in meeting the needs of the child and family.
- Understanding of the impact of disability on children and their families.
Desirable
- Knowledge of consent issues specific to paediatrics.
- Simple research methodology.
- Knowledge of current NHS issues
- Background knowledge of paediatric neurodisability
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrate assessment, analytical and reflective skills
- Basic Information Technology skills
- Planning and organisation skills
- To demonstrate the ability to carry out assessment and interventions, including manual therapy and therapeutic handling
- Ability to present information, written and verbal in a clear and logical manner.
- 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.
Desirable
- Evidence of having undertaken some research or audit project
- Presentation skills
Attributes
Essential
- A flexible approach to work
- Demonstrate a passion to work with children with disabilities
- Demonstrate enthusiasm and a willingness to learn
- Demonstrate resilience and empathy
- Access to a vehicle that can be used for work purposes
- Understanding of the importance of patient and public involvement in service planning and delivery
- High level of interpersonal skills.
- Reliable, punctual, flexible.
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- HCPC registration.
- Diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Portfolio evidence of reflective practice.
- An under-graduate case study, essay or dissertation on a paediatric topic
- Good overall clinical record / profile
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of team working
- Undergraduate clinical placements in paediatrics
- Experience of working with children, either professionally or socially
Desirable
- Evidence of extra responsibilities taken at undergraduate level Involvement in audit, research or service evaluation.
- Experience of working in special education.
- Experience of working in paediatrics
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession. Knowledge of clinical governance and its implications for services.
- Awareness of own limitations
- Understanding of family / team dynamics and how to develop working relationships with all involved in the child's care.
- Understanding of data protection, confidentiality and health and safety requirements in meeting the needs of the child and family.
- Understanding of the impact of disability on children and their families.
Desirable
- Knowledge of consent issues specific to paediatrics.
- Simple research methodology.
- Knowledge of current NHS issues
- Background knowledge of paediatric neurodisability
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrate assessment, analytical and reflective skills
- Basic Information Technology skills
- Planning and organisation skills
- To demonstrate the ability to carry out assessment and interventions, including manual therapy and therapeutic handling
- Ability to present information, written and verbal in a clear and logical manner.
- 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.
Desirable
- Evidence of having undertaken some research or audit project
- Presentation skills
Attributes
Essential
- A flexible approach to work
- Demonstrate a passion to work with children with disabilities
- Demonstrate enthusiasm and a willingness to learn
- Demonstrate resilience and empathy
- Access to a vehicle that can be used for work purposes
- Understanding of the importance of patient and public involvement in service planning and delivery
- High level of interpersonal skills.
- Reliable, punctual, flexible.
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
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).
