The successful post holder will be embedded within the current B6 rotations, treating patients from birth-16 years within a variety of high care, ward, clinic and outpatient settings. Rotations are:1. Neurology/ neurosurgery/ neurorehabilitation and neurodevelopmental. This includes Bursledon House, addressing children with physical and mental health needs.2. Orthopaedics including trauma, elective, and multi-level surgery, including pre admission assessments and equipment organisation, This would involve intensive early rehabilitation, discharge planning, goal setting. The successful applicant will be supported by specialist B7 Paediatric Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists, allowing excellent opportunity for further developing clinical and theoretical skills. They will work in a dynamic and forward-thinking Therapy team participating in regular audits and teaching. This post is part of the wider UHS Therapy services department, which includes over 300 OTs, Physios, and therapy support staff, across a 7-day service. The Childrens Hospital is one of 10 largest childrens hospitals within the UK and located within University Hospital Southampton which is a large regional teaching hospital with links to the university and Welcome Trust research facility. Childrens services have been graded as good by CQC. We have a vast range of Paediatric specialities including a level 3 PICU, and being a designated Major Trauma, neurosurgical, neuro-rehabilitation and cardiac centre. The successful post holder will become an integral part of our 40 strong combined Paediatric Occupational and Physiotherapy Therapy team and wider Therapy services department of over 270wte staff.As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated Good by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care The successful applicant will be expected to work within our team philosophy, which is We strongly believe in team working in a happy working environment. Workloads are shared and communication/ support is strongly encouraged. We are mutually responsible for the service and its development and expect everyone to carry out a certain level of responsibility. It is a fast-paced environment where effective communication, prioritisation, and delegation skills are essential. Good communication skills are key to enable close working relationships alongside a team of highly skilled Paediatric Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, therapy support staff ,as well as with the wider multi-disciplinary team. The post holder must be able to build a good rapport with the children and their families/ carers to encourage participation and will be working with children with a wide range of presenting conditions including orthopaedic, mental health, neurological, and developmental needs. The successful post holder should be an experienced B5 or 6 who is proactive, enthusiastic and have a definite desire to work within paediatrics. The post will require working in different environments that include high care areas, paediatric wards, neonatal unit, the therapy outpatient department, therapy gym, and children in our offsite rehabilitation centre Bursledon House. Car driver / ability to work between sites is essential, as is being able to manage workloads of children with complex manual handling and rehabilitation considerations, including working on the floor. As an acute trust with unpredictable workloads, we are looking for someone with the ability to work under pressure, problem solve and prioritise tasks. They should be self-motivated and can work on their own or alongside other staff. As caseloads can often include patients that are acutely unwell, we are looking for someone who has experience working in challenging and emotive situations with active coping strategies and resilience. Essential skills: Hold an OT qualification and HCPC registration. Proven paediatric experience, however this does not need to be hospital-based experience. Has a broad range of experience of therapeutically treating people with a range of physical conditions. Working knowledge of NHS discharge planning process and pathways. Able to work flexibly as part a 7-day service, using a rota system with weekend/BH working expected. Has experience in assessing for, and fitting, a wide range of equipment, including pressure relief and hoists. Car driver / ability to work between sites. Can adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, with good time management skills. Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills. Enjoys and thrives when working within a team. On application form demonstrates a clear desire to work within UHS therapy services On application form demonstrates a clear desire to work with children Desirable skills: Experience working in an acute hospital setting. Has undertaken audit/research/clinical project. Has experience in supervising other staff or students. Due the unique nature of this post we welcome informal enquiries or visits please contact Michelle Geary or Sadie Greenway on 02381204560 Please note that due to the need for practical, clinical skills assessments, interviews will be face-to-face and you need to be able to travel to the interview. We look forward to hearing from you. If you are interested in other Therapy opportunities, please email Annette.Purkis@uhs.nhs.uk