Band 6 - Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Romford
Band 6 - Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Romford
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Job Title:Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Band: 6
Location:Romford Essex
Working Hours: 15 hours per week
We are currently seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our clients supportive childrens therapy team in Romford Essex. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced therapist to work with children and young people in a community setting supporting their development and independence. The role is available on a locum basis with an immediate start and offers competitive rates.
What will your responsibilities be
As a Paediatric Occupational Therapist you will be responsible for independently managing a caseload of children with a range of developmental and physical needs. You will carry out structured assessments develop and implement individualised treatment plans and work collaboratively with families schools and other professionals. You will also assess for and recommend specialist equipment and seating contribute to goal setting and outcome evaluation and support the development of the OT role within the multidisciplinary team. Supervision of junior staff or students may also be required.
Benefits:
- First-class support and advice from our team of dedicated and experienced consultants
- 300 recommend a friend bonus scheme
- Access to iPoint our electronic timesheet processing app
- Variety of work opportunities in both the NHS and private sectors
- Access to high-quality CPD training events
- Different payment methods available PAYE Umbrella PSC and LTD
Qualifications and Experiences:
- Completion of RCOT-accredited BSc MSc or PGDip in Occupational Therapy Essential
- HCPC registration Essential
- Minimum of 2 years experience working autonomously with children Essential
- Experience using standardised assessments and delivering specialised OT interventions Essential
- Experience in goal setting outcome evaluation and managing a caseload Essential
- Experience with specialist equipment and seating Desirable
- Attendance at relevant forums or post-grad courses in paediatrics Desirable
- Experience supervising students or junior staff Desirable
Knowledge and Skills:
- Strong understanding of the needs of children with disabilities and their families Essential
- Advanced clinical reasoning and planning skills Essential
- Knowledge of relevant health social care and SEN legislation Essential
- Understanding of specialist adaptive equipment and neurology Essential
- Excellent communication and time management skills Essential
- Ability to work in a diverse community and deliver culturally appropriate care Essential
- Basic IT skills and ability to use clinical systems Essential
- Engagement with paediatric OT special interest groups Desirable
Apply Now!
If you are a passionate Occupational Therapist with paediatric experience looking for a flexible part-time opportunity we would love to hear from you. To apply please submit your CV below.
If you are registered with Pulse and recommend a friend to us you can earn 300 per recommendation once they have worked over 200 hours.*
Why work with Pulse
From the moment you register with us our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation youll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.
Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement.
With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients youll have access to exclusive opportunities that you wont find anywhere else.
We always prioritise your best interests engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual a professionalnot just a resource.
Reasonable Adjustments:
If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.
We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.
Employment Type
Full Time
