Paediatric Orthotist B6

NHS Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

27 days annual leave + holidays

Cycle to Work Scheme

Learning & development opportunities

Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme

NHS discounts

Counselling and wellbeing support

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking an Orthotist to specialise in paediatric orthotics at the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow. You will join a dedicated paediatric service covering local, regional and national needs.

This permanent, full-time role offers a varied caseload, opportunities for professional development and close collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Orthotics and Prosthetics or an equivalent qualification.
• HCPC registration is required.
• Experience in paediatrics is essential.
• Proficient orthotic rectification skills.
• Ability to manage an independent caseload.
• Strong problem-solving and innovative thinking.
• Commitment to education, learning and professional development.
• Compassionate approach with families.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist paediatric orthotic services across local, regional, national and specialist service areas.
• Manage an independent clinical caseload.
• Assess, design, supply and review orthotic interventions for paediatric patients.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, Rehabilitation Technicians, patients and families.
• Demonstrate problem-solving and innovative approaches to patient care.
• Provide education and support to patients, families and colleagues.
• Maintain a commitment to continuous professional development and ongoing learning.
• Build positive and compassionate relationships with children and their families.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Compassionate approach

Commitment to learning

Education

Degree in Orthotics and Prosthetics, or equivalent qualification

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

Due to a service change within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an Orthotist to specialise in paediatric orthotics as part of an experienced and motivated paediatric orthotic service team. Based at the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow, the post offers the opportunity to work within a specialist paediatric service covering local, regional, national and specialist services. The role is supported by dedicated Paediatric Rehabilitation Technicians and on-site technical facilities, enabling high-quality clinical care and orthotic provision.

All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

Permanent, Full-time
Shift pattern - 07:30-17:30 or 08:30-16:30 Monday - Friday
Base location - Royal Hospital for Children

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist paediatric orthotic services across local, regional, national and specialist service areas.
• Manage an independent clinical caseload.
• Assess, design, supply and review orthotic interventions for paediatric patients.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, Rehabilitation Technicians, patients and families.
• Demonstrate problem-solving and innovative approaches to patient care.
• Provide education and support to patients, families and colleagues.
• Maintain a commitment to continuous professional development and ongoing learning.
• Build positive and compassionate relationships with children and their families.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

Essential

• Degree in Orthotics and Prosthetics, or equivalent qualification.
• HCPC registration.
• Experience working in paediatrics.
• Proficient orthotic rectification skills.
• Ability to manage an independent caseload.
• Strong problem-solving and innovative thinking skills.
• Commitment to education, learning and professional development.
• Compassionate approach with strong family relationship skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Experience in:
  • Upper limb trauma management
  • Cerebral Palsy (CP)
  • Spinal conditions
  • Chest wall conditions
  • Craniofacial conditions
  • KAFO, HKAFO and RGO management (Knee-Ankle-Foot Orthoses, Hip-Knee-Ankle-Foot Orthoses and Reciprocating Gait Orthoses)

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as "various", we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.