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First Community Health and Care is seeking a Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join its team in Redhill, focusing on providing high-quality care to children aged 0-19 in diverse community settings. The role is open to full-time, part-time, or term-time only candidates, and both experienced Band 6 therapists and Band 5 therapists seeking growth opportunities are encouraged to apply.
Key responsibilities include autonomously managing a complex caseload, conducting assessments, providing therapy for various conditions (including Cerebral Palsy and Autism), and collaborating with schools to support children’s engagement in education. The therapist will also engage with families, offer consultations, and participate in an Occupational Therapy Helpline.
Requirements for the position include a valid UK driving license and access to a car. Candidates with sponsorship needs will also be considered. Opportunities for professional development, including supervision and project work, are available.
Interviews are scheduled for January 2025.
Are you looking to improve your work/life balance and deliver high quality care to children aged 0-19 in the community?
This is your chance to join First Community Health and Care, a staff owned social enterprise providing CQC Good frontline NHS services in East Surrey.
We have an exciting new opportunity for a Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic and supportive team. Experience of working with children, young people and families with or without disabilities is desirable but not essential.
We will consider full time, part time and term time only hours.
This role is suited for an experienced band 6 occupational therapist or a band 5 looking for a new challenge and development opportunity.
You will deliver care to children aged 0-19 with a range of conditions including Cerebral Palsy, Autistic Spectrum Disorders and learning difficulties.
Working in the community means you will see children within a variety of settings, including nurseries, schools, homes and our newly established childrens centre, where you will carry out essential duties within the occupational therapy process.
Interviews will be held in January 2025.
- Supporting children with higher levels or needs or complex backgrounds through either Health or SEN pathways
- Meeting with parents to address needs pre-referral
- Conducting standardized and non-standardized assessments for children and young persons, from early years to post 16
- Assessment, recommendation and provision of equipment for moderate to complex seating systems
- Working in partnership with mainstream school settings to provide staff consultation and training
- Individual therapy sessions at home and clinic to support self-care, routine and independent living skills
- Direct therapy interventions in the education environment to support engagement in school based occupations
- Being an active participate in the Occupational Therapy Helpline for Surrey by providing ad hoc telephone advice for professional and families requiring OT support
There will also be opportunities to develop your supervision and innovation skills by taking on small development projects, training opportunities and working with students.
Applicants who meet the advert criteria and require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants.
Due to the nature of the role, a valid UK full driving licence and car is essential.
About usThe post holder is responsible for autonomously managing a complex caseload of children with a range of varied and complex needs. This will involve specialist assessment and treatment of children with complex needs.
The post holder is responsible for devising child centred therapy plans using evidence based practice to ensure that the individuals full potential is developed or maintained. They will provide clinical support, training and supervision for junior staff and students.
When completing your application please refer to both the Application Guide and full Job Description - these can be found under supporting documents.
Are you looking to improve your work/life balance and deliver high quality care to children aged 0-19 in the community?
This is your chance to join First Community Health and Care, a staff owned social enterprise providing CQC Good frontline NHS services in East Surrey.
We have an exciting new opportunity for a Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic and supportive team. Experience of working with children, young people and families with or without disabilities is desirable but not essential.
We will consider full time, part time and term time only hours.
This role is suited for an experienced band 6 occupational therapist or a band 5 looking for a new challenge and development opportunity.
You will deliver care to children aged 0-19 with a range of conditions including Cerebral Palsy, Autistic Spectrum Disorders and learning difficulties.
Working in the community means you will see children within a variety of settings, including nurseries, schools, homes and our newly established childrens centre, where you will carry out essential duties within the occupational therapy process.
Interviews will be held in January 2025.
- Supporting children with higher levels or needs or complex backgrounds through either Health or SEN pathways
- Meeting with parents to address needs pre-referral
- Conducting standardized and non-standardized assessments for children and young persons, from early years to post 16
- Assessment, recommendation and provision of equipment for moderate to complex seating systems
- Working in partnership with mainstream school settings to provide staff consultation and training
- Individual therapy sessions at home and clinic to support self-care, routine and independent living skills
- Direct therapy interventions in the education environment to support engagement in school based occupations
- Being an active participate in the Occupational Therapy Helpline for Surrey by providing ad hoc telephone advice for professional and families requiring OT support
There will also be opportunities to develop your supervision and innovation skills by taking on small development projects, training opportunities and working with students.
Applicants who meet the advert criteria and require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants.
Due to the nature of the role, a valid UK full driving licence and car is essential.
About us
The post holder is responsible for autonomously managing a complex caseload of children with a range of varied and complex needs. This will involve specialist assessment and treatment of children with complex needs.
The post holder is responsible for devising child centred therapy plans using evidence based practice to ensure that the individuals full potential is developed or maintained. They will provide clinical support, training and supervision for junior staff and students.
When completing your application please refer to both the Application Guide and full Job Description - these can be found under supporting documents.
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