Acute Paediatric Rotational Occupational Therapist

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking a motivated Acute Paediatric Rotational Occupational Therapist. The role involves working primarily with children aged 0-18 with complex health needs in a dynamic team environment. Applicants should have strong paediatric experience, a relevant occupational therapy degree, and be capable of developing treatment plans. This position offers supportive professional development and is integral to delivering exceptional care within NHS settings.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Diverse and inclusive employer

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a paediatric setting.
• Specialist knowledge in child development and treatment approaches.
• Knowledge of legislation related to children's health and social care.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team for complex caseloads.
• Develop and manage treatment plans for children with significant injuries.
• Provide out-of-hours support for trauma and surgical patients.

Skills

Team player

Time management

Problem solving

Effective communication

Competence in splinting

Education

Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy

HCPC Health and Care Professions Council

Tools

Paediatric equipment

Job description

Go back Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Acute Paediatric Rotational Occupational Therapist

The closing date is 06 January 2026

This is an exciting time to join Royal Manchester Children's Hospital. We are recruiting for a motivated and passionate children's occupational therapist to join our Children's Rehabilitation Therapy Team that sits within the Division of Allied Health Professions. The post holder will gain acute experience primarily in one or more specialities: neurology (including acquired brain injury and long term complex conditions), oncology, orthopaedics (elective and trauma including upper limb conditions), rheumatology (including chronic pain), burns & plastics, and metabolic bone disease. You will work with children and young people from 0-18 years with complex health needs and significant injuries, along with their families. Additionally the role involves working out of hours as part of the Major Trauma/Orthopaedic weekend and bank holiday service.

Main duties of the job

You will work as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team within the hospital as well as liaising closely with a variety of community services.

You will also be expected to work as an autonomous practitioner, developing your own treatment plans and managing a complex caseload. You should be able to work positively with children/young people with significant injuries/wounds and ideally have achieved some basic competences with splinting.

There is a competency framework in place to support your learning anddevelopment. You need to be flexible and willing to provide cross cover to support senior colleagues in other specialities. You will need effective communication are needed to provide intervention to children of different ages, cultural backgrounds and complex needs.

This involves being able to problem solve and manage challenging situations as they arise.

You must be a team player who can work collaboratively as part of an integrated multi professional team. You must be able to manage your own time effectively and be competent to line manage and support junior, unqualified staff and students. You will be well supported; receiving professional advice and support from senior colleagues.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.

You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.

Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Person Specification

Registration and Qualifications

• HCPC Health and Care Professions Council
• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Knowledge and Experience

• Significant experience in a paediatric setting
• Specialist level of theoretical knowledge & clinical practice e.g. discharge plans, normal movement, child development, treatment approaches
• Knowledge of children's health, social care and education legislation
• Awareness of using research in practice Maintenance of an up to date CPD portfolio reflecting development of specialist knowledge, skills and evidence- based practice.
• Knowledge & experience of paediatric equipment, adaptations, splinting

Professional Characteristics

• Effective team player
• Experience of managing routine caseload with complex cases independently

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.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust