Senior Occupational Therapist Neurodiversity Pathway

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Devon is seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join their innovative Neurodiversity team. This role involves conducting specialist assessments and providing evidence-based interventions for neurodivergent children and young people. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and support families in their journey. The position offers the opportunity to shape future mental health support and promote a welcoming environment for children. Enjoy beautiful Devon with its moors, sea, and vibrant culture.

Qualifications

• Experience working with neurodivergent children and young people.
• Ability to conduct specialist assessments.
• Skills in providing guidance and consultative support.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality, specialist assessments for neurodivergent children.
• Provide evidence-based interventions to children and families.
• Offer clinical supervision and training to colleagues.

Skills

Experience in neurodiversity

Clinical supervision

Evidence-based interventions

Understanding and patience

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Band 6 Occupational Therapist, to join our innovative, integrated Neurodiversity team. We are keen to hear from professionals interested in supporting our new pathway model. The Neurodiversity Pathway is a developing integrated pathway within CFHD. The Integrated Neurodiversity Team provides specialist assessment and some time limited intervention for children and young people and their families where the presenting need relates to neurodevelopmental conditions such as Autism Spectrum Condition, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Tics and Tourette Syndrome. This provides an opportunity to work in a team with a strong multidisciplinary ethos as well as collaborating with colleagues in other pathways and working in partnership with other agencies such as local Paediatric teams and education providers. Important Information Regarding Service ChangesWe are currently entering into a formal consultation process to move all Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD) staff to a single provider. As part of this process, staff currently employed by Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust will transfer to Devon Partnership NHS Trust on 1 April 2026. Please note that this may result in some differences in recruitment documentation and processes during this transition period.

Main duties of the job This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of an innovative care pathway for children and young people with neurodiversity. As a key member of our team, you will play an essential role in shaping the future of mental health support in Devon for neurodivergent children and young people. As an OT within our Neurodiversity pathway, your responsibilities will include:

• To conduct high-quality, specialist assessments to better understand the needs of neurodivergent children and young people.
• To provide good quality evidence-based interventions to children, young people and their families.
• Offering clinical supervision to the wider team when required, fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment.
• To provide guidance, advice, and training to colleagues, families, and partner agencies through consultative work. Your expertise will promote a unified and cooperative approach to supporting neurodivergent individuals.
• To maintain informed with the latest research and best practices in the field of neurodiversity.

• We would like the people who work for Children and Family Health Devon to be understanding, patient and respectful. They should be trustworthy and make us feel safe and comfortable. It is important that they use their skills and experience to listen carefully in a non-patronising and non-judgemental way. When staff are positive and friendly, they help to create an environment that is informal and without pressure.

  At Children and Family Health Devon, we are dedicated to improving the physical and mental health of children and young people across Devon and Torbay. We aim to create an environment where children and young people can thrive and are committed to reducing health inequalities and providing specialised support, empowering them to lead healthy, fulfilling lives.

  We are an alliance of NHS organisations led by Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust in partnership with Devon Partnership Trust. We are a group of professionals including psychologists, psychiatrists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, nurses and many other professions.

• Join us in beautiful Devon With access to moors, sea and cities, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy Devon. Whether you enjoy spending time in the cultural hub of Exeter, exploring the Jurassic coastline or discovering the world surfing reserve in North Devon - there really is something for everyone.