Job summary This post is a Team Lead for the School Years OTs in Greenwich. Key tasks include: To provide specialist Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to children aged 0 - 18 years, within the borough of Greenwich, and act as a resource for their families and carers across all settings. To liaise closely with other services and agencies to provide a smooth coordinated service based on best practice To participate in service development and provide information on issues pertaining to specialist area on a regular basis To provide training and advice for families and carers across all settings on issues pertaining to Children's Occupational Therapy The senior leadership teams offer opportunities for collaborative working in developing new initiatives and research. For example, in the past they have previously funded additional OT time with the sensory processing coordinator and to develop pathways for students with sensory processing needs. We are a very proactive and supportive team and you will receive regular supervision and participate in monthly in service training opportunities and any external training as appropriate. There will also be the opportunity to support and supervise staff and students. Main duties of the job Key Task and Responsibilities To perform a Highly Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapy role in the community with children who have complex difficulties with Occupational Performance due to physical, sensory, perceptual or developmental disability. To assess the functional needs of patients in order to develop and implement Highly Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapy treatment and intervention. To independently manage a defined caseload of complex cases with evidence of an excellent level of problem solving, reasoning skills and judgement. To write detailed reports and programmes reflecting extensive specialist knowledge. This will include writing NA2 reports to contribute to EHCPs and may include tribunal reports. To ensure that patients and carers are involved in the planning and prioritisation of care wherever possible. To monitor, evaluate and modify intervention using evidence based practice and outcome measures, to ensure the effectiveness of case management. To take account and act according to individual patient circumstance, giving due regard to cultural differences and diversity. To liaise and negotiate with others, e.g. Health Consultants, social workers, teachers, Education staff, G.P.s, as appropriate to facilitate effective case management. To demonstrate thorough knowledge and skills in dealing with complex and highly complex case management, using client centred principles and generation of strategies for effective caseload management. About us Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children's centres, schools and people's homes. We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people. Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values: We're Kind We're Fair We Listen We Care Date posted 17 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £51,883 to £58,544 a year pa inc Contract Fixed term Duration 1 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number 277-6936276-CYP Job locations Goldie Leigh Lodge Hill Abbey Wood, Greenwich Borough SE2 0AY Job description Job responsibilities Key Task and Responsibilities Knowledge, training and experience Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy recognised for registration with the Health Professions Council (HPC) To ensure registration is maintained with the Health Professions Council (HPC) Minimum of 3 years post graduate experience as an Occupational Therapist to include 2 years Paediatric experience. Evidence of attendance to relevant Paediatric courses. This to include understanding of current evidenced based practice To comply with the College of Occupational Therapy code of Ethics and Professional Conduct Independently plan and implement specialist Occupational Therapy interventions and evaluate outcomes To be able to discuss the most appropriate intervention options, with clients and carers, which balance the complex interaction of risk, safety, client choice, independence, areas of conflict, eligibility for services and cost effectiveness To have an extensive knowledge of Paediatric equipment and able to recommend to clients/carers and others including education staff, appropriate equipment, such as seating, bathing, toileting equipment and/or upper limb orthotics. Teaching and demonstrating use of the equipment to others, including education staff, or demonstration of techniques, which facilitate improved functional performance, handling or positioning for a patient. To comply with responsibilities in line with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to ensure a safe environment is maintained for patients, visitors and employees To demonstrate ongoing professional development through participation in internal, external and mandatory development opportunities, including attendance to special interest groups, specialist short courses and advance training in clinical specialist area. Freedom to act Manages a highly complex caseload working independently, accessing appraisal and Personal Performance review at regular intervals and participates in the PCTs appraisal process To provide leadership within appropriate specialist skill area to other team member Physical effort To comply with moving and handling legislation and related policies to ensure personal safety and that of patients/carers, when moving and positioning patients in specialist equipment, for example wheelchairs, hoists and personal care equipment. To use physical positioning/handling to facilitate therapeutic techniques and interventions as part of a patients care plan and treatment activities To adapt specialist equipment to optimise a patients functional ability and independence, for example changes to seating and orthotics, as appropriate. Mental effort To manage self and be flexible to the demands of the community environment including unpredictable work patterns, deadlines, interruptions and demands. To maintain intense concentration in all aspects of case management for prolonged periods. Emotional effort Able to manage the emotional consequences of working in distressing conditions and seek appropriate support where necessary To demonstrate ability to manage children and families with challenging behaviours and implement appropriate management strategies Working conditions To work independently in a variety of community settings including patients own homes, education environments and work environments of a variety of agencies. Observing local guidance for personal safety, diversity, personal identification and health and safety as appropriate Management responsibilities Analytical and judgemental skills To demonstrate skills in functional/occupational analysis and risk evaluation leading to the formulation of intervention plans which provide strategies to support the potential for personal independence for children who have a disability and/or chronic condition Planning and organisational skills To comply and remain up to date with all legislation and organisational policies and procedures related to the Occupational Therapy practice environment To manage own workload, time management and transport needs in line with Trust and departmental guidelines and demonstrates an ability to prioritise tasks. To undertake any appropriate additional duties as required by the Occupational Therapy manager. Policy/service development/implementation To assist and support the Occupational Therapy manager and use specialist knowledge to lead the development of team objectives or projects in liaison with peers and other agencies. To provide information to the Occupational Therapy manager on departmental issues affecting service delivery, for example areas of unmet need, gaps in service and service pressures. To take the lead in the development of policies and protocols as negotiated with the clinical team manager Financial and physical resources To be responsible for the security and care of departmental equipment, ensuring compliance with procedures for infection control, safe handling and storage. Human resources To supervise Occupational Therapy students on clinical placement, assess and mark their written, oral and practical skills in accordance with their University guidelines. To supervise and support Occupational Therapy assistants as required by the Occupational Therapy manager. To provide regular specialist training to others in area of clinical expertise Information resources To maintain up to date, accurate and comprehensive written and electronic records, including case notes, in line with trust policies and College of Occupational Therapy professional standards To prepare time bound reports for Statutory Assessment of Special Education need in compliance with the 1993 Education Act. To share information with others observing guidelines related to Confidentiality, Data Protection, Caldicott and the College of Occupational Therapy professional guidelines Leadership This post is accountable to the Occupational Therapy Manager and head of Therapies and Integration. To supervise Occupational Therapy students on clinical placement, assess and mark their written, oral and practical skills in accordance with their University guidelines. To take the lead for induction of new clinical staff in the service area as required by the Occupational Therapy manager. To provide regular specialist training to others in area of clinical expertise Research Takes a delegated lead in clinical governance/audit projects within service area Initiates evaluation procedures which ensure qualitative and quantitively assessment of projects and strategies in a transparent manner as required in area of expertise as negotiated with the Clinical Team manager. Communication To use reasoning, communication and negotiation skills to establish a therapeutic relationship in complex cases, managing barriers to communication. To demonstrate and instruct patients/carers and education staff in the implementation of therapy programmes and correct use of specialist equipment including those for seating, bathing, toileting and for upper limb orthotics To demonstrate negotiation skills in the management of conflict across a range of situations, dealing with complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible and giving feedback to clinical team manager Confidentiality The Post holder must maintain the confidentiality of information about patients, staff and other health service business in accordance with Trust Policy. Job description Job responsibilities Key Task and Responsibilities Knowledge, training and experience Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy recognised for registration with the Health Professions Council (HPC) To ensure registration is maintained with the Health Professions Council (HPC) Minimum of 3 years post graduate experience as an Occupational Therapist to include 2 years Paediatric experience. Evidence of attendance to relevant Paediatric courses. This to include understanding of current evidenced based practice To comply with the College of Occupational Therapy code of Ethics and Professional Conduct Independently plan and implement specialist Occupational Therapy interventions and evaluate outcomes To be able to discuss the most appropriate intervention options, with clients and carers, which balance the complex interaction of risk, safety, client choice, independence, areas of conflict, eligibility for services and cost effectiveness To have an extensive knowledge of Paediatric equipment and able to recommend to clients/carers and others including education staff, appropriate equipment, such as seating, bathing, toileting equipment and/or upper limb orthotics. Teaching and demonstrating use of the equipment to others, including education staff, or demonstration of techniques, which facilitate improved functional performance, handling or positioning for a patient. To comply with responsibilities in line with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to ensure a safe environment is maintained for patients, visitors and employees To demonstrate ongoing professional development through participation in internal, external and mandatory development opportunities, including attendance to special interest groups, specialist short courses and advance training in clinical specialist area. Freedom to act Manages a highly complex caseload working independently, accessing appraisal and Personal Performance review at regular intervals and participates in the PCTs appraisal process To provide leadership within appropriate specialist skill area to other team member Physical effort To comply with moving and handling legislation and related policies to ensure personal safety and that of patients/carers, when moving and positioning patients in specialist equipment, for example wheelchairs, hoists and personal care equipment. To use physical positioning/handling to facilitate therapeutic techniques and interventions as part of a patients care plan and treatment activities To adapt specialist equipment to optimise a patients functional ability and independence, for example changes to seating and orthotics, as appropriate. Mental effort To manage self and be flexible to the demands of the community environment including unpredictable work patterns, deadlines, interruptions and demands. To maintain intense concentration in all aspects of case management for prolonged periods. Emotional effort Able to manage the emotional consequences of working in distressing conditions and seek appropriate support where necessary To demonstrate ability to manage children and families with challenging behaviours and implement appropriate management strategies Working conditions To work independently in a variety of community settings including patients own homes, education environments and work environments of a variety of agencies. Observing local guidance for personal safety, diversity, personal identification and health and safety as appropriate Management responsibilities Analytical and judgemental skills To demonstrate skills in functional/occupational analysis and risk evaluation leading to the formulation of intervention plans which provide strategies to support the potential for personal independence for children who have a disability and/or chronic condition Planning and organisational skills To comply and remain up to date with all legislation and organisational policies and procedures related to the Occupational Therapy practice environment To manage own workload, time management and transport needs in line with Trust and departmental guidelines and demonstrates an ability to prioritise tasks. To undertake any appropriate additional duties as required by the Occupational Therapy manager. Policy/service development/implementation To assist and support the Occupational Therapy manager and use specialist knowledge to lead the development of team objectives or projects in liaison with peers and other agencies. To provide information to the Occupational Therapy manager on departmental issues affecting service delivery, for example areas of unmet need, gaps in service and service pressures. To take the lead in the development of policies and protocols as negotiated with the clinical team manager Financial and physical resources To be responsible for the security and care of departmental equipment, ensuring compliance with procedures for infection control, safe handling and storage. Human resources To supervise Occupational Therapy students on clinical placement, assess and mark their written, oral and practical skills in accordance with their University guidelines. To supervise and support Occupational Therapy assistants as required by the Occupational Therapy manager. To provide regular specialist training to others in area of clinical expertise Information resources To maintain up to date, accurate and comprehensive written and electronic records, including case notes, in line with trust policies and College of Occupational Therapy professional standards To prepare time bound reports for Statutory Assessment of Special Education need in compliance with the 1993 Education Act. To share information with others observing guidelines related to Confidentiality, Data Protection, Caldicott and the College of Occupational Therapy professional guidelines Leadership This post is accountable to the Occupational Therapy Manager and head of Therapies and Integration. To supervise Occupational Therapy students on clinical placement, assess and mark their written, oral and practical skills in accordance with their University guidelines. To take the lead for induction of new clinical staff in the service area as required by the Occupational Therapy manager. To provide regular specialist training to others in area of clinical expertise Research Takes a delegated lead in clinical governance/audit projects within service area Initiates evaluation procedures which ensure qualitative and quantitively assessment of projects and strategies in a transparent manner as required in area of expertise as negotiated with the Clinical Team manager. Communication To use reasoning, communication and negotiation skills to establish a therapeutic relationship in complex cases, managing barriers to communication. To demonstrate and instruct patients/carers and education staff in the implementation of therapy programmes and correct use of specialist equipment including those for seating, bathing, toileting and for upper limb orthotics To demonstrate negotiation skills in the management of conflict across a range of situations, dealing with complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible and giving feedback to clinical team manager Confidentiality The Post holder must maintain the confidentiality of information about patients, staff and other health service business in accordance with Trust Policy. Person Specification Training and Qualifications Essential OT Degree or equivalent HCPC Registration Experience Essential Minimum 3 years post registration experience, with post-qualifying clinical experience in paediatrics Desirable Experience working with children in Special Schools or with complex needs Knowledge and Experience Essential Knowledge of OT process and knowledge of OT assessments and interventions relevant to clinical area Ability to work autonomously, set own priorities and manage time effectively Desirable Wide range of knowledge of paediatric assessments and interventions Other Essential Commitment to client-centred non-discriminatory practise Person Specification Training and Qualifications Essential OT Degree or equivalent HCPC Registration Experience Essential Minimum 3 years post registration experience, with post-qualifying clinical experience in paediatrics Desirable Experience working with children in Special Schools or with complex needs Knowledge and Experience Essential Knowledge of OT process and knowledge of OT assessments and interventions relevant to clinical area Ability to work autonomously, set own priorities and manage time effectively Desirable Wide range of knowledge of paediatric assessments and interventions Other Essential Commitment to client-centred non-discriminatory practise 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 Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust Address Goldie Leigh Lodge Hill Abbey Wood, Greenwich Borough SE2 0AY Employer's website http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)