Job summary Band 7 Children's Occupational Therapy Job Advert 12 months short term contract An exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Occupational Therapist who wishes to develop specialist skills in Paediatrics within a supportive team. We are looking for a creative, friendly, and enthusiastic OT to join our established Children's Team. You will sit within a dynamic multi professional health team working in an integrated approach with education and social care. We are located near Enfield Town, with easy commuter links from central London/-Hertfordshire. Previous experience of working as a children's Occupational Therapist is essential for this post. In return we are committed to offer a professionally led service, support from a friendly team, effective supervision, and opportunities for ongoing professional development. Internal and external courses will be supported through an annual personal appraisal scheme. Main duties Your job will be to provide specialised Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to children with varying needs in community settings, clinic, CDT, and schools, providing expertise within a specialist area. You will work alongside the MDT on integrated pathways. This is a 12-month contract to cover secondment. For an informal chat or to arrange a visit please contact: Fiona Kingsley on 0204 553 7704 Fiona.kingsley1nhs.uk We look forward to hearing from you. Main duties of the job To manage a caseload of children and young people with a range of needs including those with complex disabilities, providing occupationally focused assessment and intervention. To act as an expert advisor and practitioner in Children's OT contributing to differential diagnoses, provision of highly specialist advice and intervention for a client group with complex physical, social, mental health and cognitive disabilities. To set occupationally focused intervention goals with children and/or their parents/carers that are family centred and agreed by the child and/or their parents/carers.To set and maintain high standards of clinical practice, which is evidence based, and includes outcome measures to monitor achievement of person-centred goals. To demonstrate the ability to analyse the interplay of the child, environment and activity when assessing the child's level of functioning and identifying appropriate strategies and intervention to facilitate and enhance participation in self-care, school, and play/leisure. To devise and manage a specialised treatment plan individual to a child's presenting condition through occupationally focused intervention, equipment provision (as appropriate), parental support & training, provision of hand splints, advice & strategies and programmes. To form productive relationships with parents/carers who may be under stress. About us North Mid is part of North Central London integrated care system - consisting of the NHS and Local authority organisations in Camden, Islington, Barnet, Enfield and Haringey. As with other ICS's, we are working increasingly closely with partners and indeed many of our financial and performance objectives are measured at this system level. Whilst all organisations remain as standalone, statutory bodies we have an ICS infrastructure for making shared decisions and agreeing shared approaches. We are proud of our staff and want to ensure their training allows them to provide excellent clinical care. We are also a training unit for medical students from UCL and St George's University Grenada, and for nursing and midwifery students from Middlesex and City Universities. Take a tour of our hospital here Date posted 06 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £51,883 to £58,544 a year Inclusive of Outer HCAS per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 393-NMUH-2104 Job locations St Michaels Site, Cedar House Gater Drive Enfield EN2 0JB Job description Job responsibilities To work with the clinical lead to monitor referrals, caseloads, protocols, and pathways within specialist area. To ensure the efficient organisation of the service and lead project working groups aimed at achieving team objectives particularly those relating to clinical specialism involving OT colleagues and other professionals. To manage child protection concerns promptly and sensitively according to Departmental/Trust guidelines. To advise line manager on issues of service delivery including shortfall, service pressure within clinical specialism. To manage initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible and report to Line Manager To provide line management/clinical supervision to more junior Occupational Therapists and contribute to their Personal Development Plans (PDPs) and appraisals. To monitor day-to-day activities of junior staff where applicable. To provide clinical education and training, including fieldwork placements to OT students. To participate in the recruitment of junior staff and assistants, participate in induction of new members of the multi-disciplinary team, leading induction within specialist clinical area. To be responsible for the security, care and maintenance of specified equipment ensuring standards of infection control and safety are maintained. To demonstrate a working knowledge of the principles of Clinical Governance and their application to professional practice. To assist the operational Lead with the inventory/ordering of items essential to the running of the department and clinical work. To exercise good personal time management, punctuality, and consistent reliable attendance To evaluate use of own time in line with priorities and time frames for assessment, report writing etc. Job description Job responsibilities To work with the clinical lead to monitor referrals, caseloads, protocols, and pathways within specialist area. To ensure the efficient organisation of the service and lead project working groups aimed at achieving team objectives particularly those relating to clinical specialism involving OT colleagues and other professionals. To manage child protection concerns promptly and sensitively according to Departmental/Trust guidelines. To advise line manager on issues of service delivery including shortfall, service pressure within clinical specialism. To manage initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible and report to Line Manager To provide line management/clinical supervision to more junior Occupational Therapists and contribute to their Personal Development Plans (PDPs) and appraisals. To monitor day-to-day activities of junior staff where applicable. To provide clinical education and training, including fieldwork placements to OT students. To participate in the recruitment of junior staff and assistants, participate in induction of new members of the multi-disciplinary team, leading induction within specialist clinical area. To be responsible for the security, care and maintenance of specified equipment ensuring standards of infection control and safety are maintained. To demonstrate a working knowledge of the principles of Clinical Governance and their application to professional practice. To assist the operational Lead with the inventory/ordering of items essential to the running of the department and clinical work. To exercise good personal time management, punctuality, and consistent reliable attendance To evaluate use of own time in line with priorities and time frames for assessment, report writing etc. Person Specification EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS Essential oDip. COT or BSc OT or international equivalent oHCPC registered Occupational Therapist oEvidence of Continued Professional Development Desirable oMember of BAOT oManual Handling oC.P.R. oFieldwork Education Certificate oRelevant courses and/or experience equivalent to Master's level EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE Essential EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE oExtensive postgraduate clinical experience of Occupational Therapy. oExtensive relative experience and practise in Childrens Occupational Therapy. oGood knowledge of current best practice in Occupational Therapy oA good understanding of the importance of evidence base practice and how it applies to clinical practice oSound knowledge of child development and childhood occupations oExperience of family centred practice and goal setting with families oSpecialist knowledge & application of OT Assessments (Standardised and Non-Standardised) & Interventions relevant to client group. oKnowledge of evidence-based treatment approaches relevant to clinical area (e.g. Co-Op, M-CIMT) oUnderstanding and practical experience of using outcome measures oExtensive experience of working within a Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT) oExperience of service development. oAbility to incorporate principles of Clinical Governance into day to day workload. oExperience in supervising & teaching junior staff & Students oUnderstanding of risks involved in work in the community and clinical settings oWell established knowledge of national policies, procedures and legislation relevant to Children's Occupational therapy (including Safeguarding). oAn excellent awareness of current issues and developments within the NHS and Education and how this relates to and impacts on service delivery oExperience in high level clinical audit. oExperience of splinting and special seating & equipment provision oGood Knowledge CMOP-E and COPM oLeadership & first line management experience oExperience of working within a Special school Desirable oExperience in high level clinical audit. oExperience of splinting and special seating & equipment provision oGood Knowledge CMOP-E and COPM oLeadership & first line management experience oExperience of working within a Special school SKILLS AND ABILITIES Essential oExcellent communication skills both oral and written, including the ability to liaise and negotiate oDemonstrate ability to work as an effective team member oAbility to organise & respond effectively to complex information. oExcellent analytical and critical appraisal skills. oOT expertise in the management of service users with highly complex/special needs, utilizing advanced assessment and clinical reasoning skills to plan treatment oAbility to laterally think and problem solve oAbility to effectively promote self and the OT profession. oAbility to work as an autonomous practitioner oClinical leadership and supervision skills oAbility to organise and prioritise own and others workloads within a busy and pressured environment oAbility to cope with working in a stressful environment and with potentially emotional or aggressive clients/carers oGood computer literacy skills oAbility to keep accurate documentation Desirable oExcellent presentation & training skills. oAppraisal skills oTeam leadership skills PERSONAL QUALITIES Essential oAbility to meet the demands of the post including travel oAbility to work sensitively with a multicultural and diverse population with a commitment to non-discriminatory practice oDemonstrate a strong commitment to family centred care oThorough understanding of own personal development and learning needs oEvidence of being a pro-active and supportive team member OTHER REQUIREMENTS Desirable oClean driving licence oVehicle owner. Person Specification EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS Essential oDip. COT or BSc OT or international equivalent oHCPC registered Occupational Therapist oEvidence of Continued Professional Development Desirable oMember of BAOT oManual Handling oC.P.R. oFieldwork Education Certificate oRelevant courses and/or experience equivalent to Master's level EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE Essential EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE oExtensive postgraduate clinical experience of Occupational Therapy. oExtensive relative experience and practise in Childrens Occupational Therapy. oGood knowledge of current best practice in Occupational Therapy oA good understanding of the importance of evidence base practice and how it applies to clinical practice oSound knowledge of child development and childhood occupations oExperience of family centred practice and goal setting with families oSpecialist knowledge & application of OT Assessments (Standardised and Non-Standardised) & Interventions relevant to client group. oKnowledge of evidence-based treatment approaches relevant to clinical area (e.g. Co-Op, M-CIMT) oUnderstanding and practical experience of using outcome measures oExtensive experience of working within a Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT) oExperience of service development. oAbility to incorporate principles of Clinical Governance into day to day workload. oExperience in supervising & teaching junior staff & Students oUnderstanding of risks involved in work in the community and clinical settings oWell established knowledge of national policies, procedures and legislation relevant to Children's Occupational therapy (including Safeguarding). oAn excellent awareness of current issues and developments within the NHS and Education and how this relates to and impacts on service delivery oExperience in high level clinical audit. oExperience of splinting and special seating & equipment provision oGood Knowledge CMOP-E and COPM oLeadership & first line management experience oExperience of working within a Special school Desirable oExperience in high level clinical audit. oExperience of splinting and special seating & equipment provision oGood Knowledge CMOP-E and COPM oLeadership & first line management experience oExperience of working within a Special school SKILLS AND ABILITIES Essential oExcellent communication skills both oral and written, including the ability to liaise and negotiate oDemonstrate ability to work as an effective team member oAbility to organise & respond effectively to complex information. oExcellent analytical and critical appraisal skills. oOT expertise in the management of service users with highly complex/special needs, utilizing advanced assessment and clinical reasoning skills to plan treatment oAbility to laterally think and problem solve oAbility to effectively promote self and the OT profession. oAbility to work as an autonomous practitioner oClinical leadership and supervision skills oAbility to organise and prioritise own and others workloads within a busy and pressured environment oAbility to cope with working in a stressful environment and with potentially emotional or aggressive clients/carers oGood computer literacy skills oAbility to keep accurate documentation Desirable oExcellent presentation & training skills. oAppraisal skills oTeam leadership skills PERSONAL QUALITIES Essential oAbility to meet the demands of the post including travel oAbility to work sensitively with a multicultural and diverse population with a commitment to non-discriminatory practice oDemonstrate a strong commitment to family centred care oThorough understanding of own personal development and learning needs oEvidence of being a pro-active and supportive team member OTHER REQUIREMENTS Desirable oClean driving licence oVehicle owner. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust Address St Michaels Site, Cedar House Gater Drive Enfield EN2 0JB Employer's website https://www.northmid.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)