Advanced Pediatric OT Lead — Flexible Working

The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 7 Advanced Occupational Therapist to lead and develop the Children's Community OT service in Newcastle. The role supports integrated health and social care, working with the wider therapy teams to deliver holistic, patient‑centred equipment and home adaptation services.

Applicants should have substantial post‑registration OT experience, UK registration, and strong supervisory and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Significant post‑registration experience in OT (physical health).
• Experience supervising staff and leading teams.
• Knowledge of moving and handling legislation and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standard of occupational therapy care to diverse patient groups.
• Act as clinical lead for the Occupational Therapy Service within the specialty.
• Collaborate with secondary and primary care teams regionally to improve services.

Skills

Organisational skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Critical self‑assessment

Education

OT degree

HCPC registered

BAOT member

Job description

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 7 Advanced Occupational Therapist to lead and develop the Children's Community OT service in Newcastle. The role supports integrated health and social care, working with the wider therapy teams to deliver holistic, patient‑centred equipment and home adaptation services.

Applicants should have substantial post‑registration OT experience, UK registration, and strong supervisory and communication skills.