Senior Occupational Therapist
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30+ days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UKs first Borough of Sanctuary for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.
Introduction
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in children and young peoples lives through Paediatric Occupational Therapy
Join our supportive well established team where you will be able to make a meaningful difference in children and young peoples lives enhancing their independence and well being using your Occupational Therapy skills. If you are a passionate and dedicated Paediatric Occupational Therapist then join are team and help make a difference today!
Whats the role
As part of the Paediatric Occupational Therapy Team you will play a vital role in supporting children young people and their families across Lewisham. As part of a well established supportive team you will;
- You will manage a varied small complex caseload of children and young people with disabilities
- Provide assessments equipment minor and major adaptations
- Work closely with families and the multi-disciplinary teams
- Provide clinical supervision training to Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioners
- Support the Operational Manager in service development
Whats in it for you
Excellent training and development opportunities plus a range of benefits including:
- Generous holiday allowance
- Local Government Pension scheme
- Flexible working and family friendly policies
- Season ticket and bicycle loans
- A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
- Supportive staff networks
What were looking for
A passionate and motivated experienced Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist with a willingness to grow your knowledge and skills. You will have knowledge and experience of equipment provision minor and major adaptations manual handling risk assessment and supervision of others.
Location
The job is hybrid where you will be required to work both in the office Kaleidoscope 32 Rushey Green Catford London SE6 4JF in the community in service users homes and from home on a regular basis.
Special conditions
- HCPC Registration
- Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy is needed
- The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check
The recruitment process is anonymous and we dont accept CVs.
For an informal discussion about this job please contact Lucy Hart Operational Manager
Please click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification
Salary
50175 - 52269 per annum (SOT / SCP 35-37)
N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale) which is subject to evidential proof.
Diversity
Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme further details are available at Council has a dedicated employment support service Lewisham Works which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works please emailand an advisor will be in touch with you.
The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Autism Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
