Children's Housing Occupational Therapist

Integrated Care System; Witney; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's service provider in Witney seeks a committed Occupational Therapist to assess children's needs for housing adaptations. The ideal candidate will be passionate about making a difference, working collaboratively with families and local services to ensure positive outcomes. Comprehensive support and training opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Relocation allowance up to £8,000

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Family-friendly policies

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC.
• Experience in housing adaptations desirable.
• Innovative thinkers committed to successful outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Assess children's needs in their home environments.
• Prepare formal assessments and specifications.
• Manage a busy caseload efficiently.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Integrity

Problem Solving

Education

Qualified Occupational Therapist

Job description

Children's Housing Occupational Therapist

This post involves working with children and their families at home and assessing for appropriate housing adaptations and equipment. Training and skill development opportunities will be provided on an ongoing basis, and the post holder will be supported by the wider team as well as the Manager of the Children's Housing OT Service.

You will have the opportunity to work with children and young people who have a wide range of complex developmental and physical needs, including conditions such as Autism, Cerebral Palsy, and Muscular Dystrophy. You will drive to see the children at home and collaborate with partners in Health, Social Services, and District/City Councils to provide solutions that meet assessed needs.

This post sits within the wider Children's Social Care team and involves contributing to service development and implementing evidence-based practice.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated Occupational Therapist committed to making a difference for children and families. Our team aims to shape children's social care for the future and improve residents' lives in Oxfordshire. We value passion and dedication.

Ideal candidates will be:

• Qualified Occupational Therapists with experience in housing adaptations (as a Student, OT, or in a personal capacity) and registered with HCPC.
• Kind, caring, empathetic, and respectful of individual diversities, qualities, and abilities.
• Demonstrate professional and personal integrity in interactions.
• Willing to embrace learning and development opportunities.
• Innovative thinkers committed to successful outcomes.

About us

We are a small team of Occupational Therapists and Support Officers dedicated to making a significant impact on the lives of children, young people, and families. We seek qualified OTs with experience in housing adaptations and equipment to provide high-quality solutions. Experience in Children's Services is desirable but not essential.

The Children's Housing OT service partners with young people, parents, health, education, and social service professionals to deliver holistic services across Oxfordshire. Our approach is built on partnership working, involving local councils and housing associations in solution planning, and fostering innovative responses to evolving family needs.

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Assessing children's needs in their home environments and developing tailored solutions.
• Preparing formal assessments, re-housing reports, and specifications.
• Designing adaptations to meet identified needs and collaborating with local agencies for successful outcomes.
• Managing a busy caseload efficiently.
• Advocating for children and families, ensuring their voices are central to our work.

About you

This role is suited for an OT who is enthusiastic, motivated, and committed to making a difference. We're looking for candidates who are:

• Qualified Occupational Therapists registered with HCPC, with housing adaptations experience.
• Kind, caring, empathetic, and respectful of diversity.
• Integrity-driven and professional.
• Open to learning and development.
• Innovative and proactive in service delivery.

Rewards and Benefits

• Salary from £37,035 to £43,693.
• Relocation allowance up to £8,000.
• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.
• Family-friendly policies, childcare vouchers, cycle schemes, staff discounts, and more.
• Opportunities for professional development.

Interested? Contact our team for a confidential chat!

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We celebrate diversity and are committed to inclusive practices, supporting all staff through networks and policies.

Our commitment to Guaranteed Interview Schemes

We guarantee interviews for disabled applicants, care leavers, apprentices, and veterans meeting the essential criteria.

Our commitment to Safeguarding

We prioritize safeguarding and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Our commitment to Flexible Working

We support flexible working arrangements to suit individual needs and service requirements.

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Person Specification

General Requirements

• Refer to the above job description.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a DBS check in accordance with legal requirements.