Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Hybrid Lead

Royal Borough Of Kensington And Chelsea; Havant; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market supplement £4,500 p.a.

Hybrid working

Health & wellbeing support

LGPS pension

Job summary

Senior Occupational Therapist sought by Hampshire County Council to deliver patient-centred functional assessments and interventions for children with disabilities, while leading complex cases and supervising a multidisciplinary team.

Role involves travel across East Hampshire, with offices in Havant, Alton and Basingstoke; hybrid working and professional development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Occupational Therapy qualification and HCPC registration.
• Experience of paediatric and/or adult social care.
• Understanding of statutory duties of local government in social care.
• Ability to supervise and lead a team.
• Ability to lead assessments, manage a demanding caseload and prioritise tasks.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex casework: assess, plan and manage high-risk cases and home adaptations.
• Provide regular supervision and support to therapists, students and assistants.
• Enhance service delivery by reviewing waiting lists and authorising referrals.
• Encourage partnership with health professionals, councils and housing associations.
• Champion continuous development through training opportunities.

Skills

HCPC registration

Team leadership

Clinical supervision

Assessment planning

Prioritisation

Education

Occupational Therapy degree

Job description

Senior Occupational Therapist sought by Hampshire County Council to deliver patient-centred functional assessments and interventions for children with disabilities, while leading complex cases and supervising a multidisciplinary team.

Role involves travel across East Hampshire, with offices in Havant, Alton and Basingstoke; hybrid working and professional development opportunities are provided.