Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Community-Based Role

NHS Highland; Craigmore; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG Scheme membership

Regular supervision

Training opportunities

Job summary

NHS Highland is seeking a Band 6 Children’s Occupational Therapist to join the west area of Argyll and Bute on a permanent basis. The role involves delivering a high-quality service to children and young people aged 0–18 with diverse needs across homes, nurseries, schools and community settings.

The post requires flexible working, PVG membership, and a driving licence to travel across the locality. base salary is negotiable within Band 6.

Qualifications

• Paediatric Occupational Therapy experience or interest.
• Strong assessment and clinical reasoning skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions for children.
• Develop individualised programmes to support independence in activities of daily living.
• Collaborate with families, carers and education colleagues to coordinate care across settings.

Skills

Pediatrics

Clinical OT

Assessment & Intervention

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

NHS Highland is seeking a Band 6 Children’s Occupational Therapist to join the west area of Argyll and Bute on a permanent basis. The role involves delivering a high-quality service to children and young people aged 0–18 with diverse needs across homes, nurseries, schools and community settings.

The post requires flexible working, PVG membership, and a driving licence to travel across the locality. base salary is negotiable within Band 6.