Job summary
We are looking for a motivated Occupational Therapist Band 5, to join our Childrens Occupational Therapy Team, based within the North locality. This post is based at Springfield Court in Barnstaple but covers community-based working across the North Devon locality.
The role involves working with children and their families from 0-18. There will be a combination of community and clinic-based working. There is a good level of management and team support as well as training opportunities. You will need to work with children, and their families as well as link with other professionals and external agencies. The post is based within the multidisciplinary Physical and Sensory Pathway whilst working closely with professional colleagues across all other pathways within CFHD. We are an innovative, dedicated and friendly service with both service development and CPD opportunities for staff.
Please contact us if you would like any further information regarding this position:
Clair Plaza North Clinical Team Manager & Specialist Childrens OT 07929 021555
Annemarie Warne North Clinical Team Manager & Childrens OT - 07866 939705
Main duties of the job
- Using a strength-based approach; ensure clinical effectiveness through the use of evidence-based interventions, goal-based, collaborative practice and routine outcome measures
- Provide assessment, diagnosis and treatment of a case load within a designated geographical area, within own level of competence and capability
- Deliver occupational therapy advice and interventions to a client group of children and young people experiencing a range of difficulties in completing activities for daily living
- Support the delivery of training to the wider workforce and parents as part of a team
- Participate in the provision of student placements as appropriate according to skills and experience
- To promote and support participation of service users across the service
- For some job holders, part of the role will include statutory assessment and intervention for the local authority such as specialist equipment and environmental adaptations
For newly qualified practitioners: -
- Work under designated supervisor, who will be a senior member of staff, to provide assessment, diagnosis and treatment for a caseload within capability and competency
- Have a named mentor who will provide regular support throughout the probationary year
- Expect to achieve autonomy by the end of the first year
About us
At Children and Family Health Devon, we are dedicated to improving the physical and mental health of children and young people across Devon and Torbay. We aim to create an environment where children and young people can thrive and are committed to reducing health inequalities and providing specialised support, empowering them to lead healthy, fulfilling lives.
Our children and young people say
We would like the people who work for Children and Family Health Devon to be understanding, patient and respectful. They should be trustworthy and make us feel safe and comfortable. It is important that they use their skills and experience to listen carefully in a non-patronising and non-judgemental way. When staff are positive and friendly, they help to create an environment that is informal and without pressure.
Who we are
We are an alliance of NHS organisations led by Devon Partnership Trust. We are a group of professionals including psychologists, psychiatrists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, nurses and many other professions.
Join us in beautiful Devon
With access to moors, sea and cities, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy Devon. Whether you enjoy spending time in the cultural hub of Exeter, exploring the Jurassic coastline or discovering the world surfing reserve in North Devon there really is something for everyone.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC registration
- Evidence of significant and relevant CPD
- Good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Member of professional Body (RCOT)
Experience
Essential
- To work within trust clinical guidelines and Royal College of OT and HCPC standards. To have working knowledge of national and local standards and monitor own quality and safety of practice
- Knowledge of Occupational Therapy models of practice and how they can be implemented
- Knowledge of a wide range of Occupational Therapy assessment tools relevant to a broad range of identified needs in the paediatric population
- Knowledge and use of Occupational Therapy evidence-based practice and outcome measures
- Knowledge of legislation affecting clinical practice e.g. SEND
- Knowledge of normal child development and a broad range of paediatric conditions
- Community based Occupational Therapy experience
- Experience of working with children/young people and families
Desirable
- Evidence of working as an autonomous practitioner
- Experience of working with individuals and families with communication needs
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Children & Family Health Devon
Springfield Court, Fishleigh Road
Roundswell Business Park
BARNSTAPLE
Devon
EX31 3UD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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