Paediatric OT (Band 5): Empower 0-19s to Thrive

HCRG Care Group; Birtley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

HCRG Care Group is seeking a passionate Band 5 Children's Occupational Therapist to join our Community Children's Therapy Team in West Essex, covering Uttlesford, Harlow and Epping Forest. Based from Treehouse Family Hub in Harlow, you will support children and young people aged 0-19 to achieve independence through evidence-based occupational therapy.

Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, you will deliver assessments, create SMART goals, and help families maximise participation.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration current and valid.
• Knowledge of child development and conditions affecting function.
• Experience in community health settings is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy assessments, treatment programmes and reviews for children and young people aged 0-19 years.
• Develop, implement and evaluate individualised treatment plans and SMART goals.
• Support families to maximise independence, participation and functional outcomes.
• Provide advice, training and education to parents, carers, school staff and other professionals.
• Assess for, recommend and facilitate specialist equipment and postural management solutions.
• Deliver interventions across settings including schools, family hubs and community clinics.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to service development initiatives and audits.

Skills

HCPC registration

Child development knowledge

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Organisational/time management

Education

Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Job description

HCRG Care Group is seeking a passionate Band 5 Children's Occupational Therapist to join our Community Children's Therapy Team in West Essex, covering Uttlesford, Harlow and Epping Forest. Based from Treehouse Family Hub in Harlow, you will support children and young people aged 0-19 to achieve independence through evidence-based occupational therapy.

Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, you will deliver assessments, create SMART goals, and help families maximise participation.