Job summary This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested J oin our Children's Inclusion Team in Birmingham : a vibrant multicultural city We are delighted to be able to offer committed, experienced and dynamic individuals the opportunity to join our friendly and forward-thinking children's community therapy service. Could this be your next career opportunity? Are you passionate about integrated working, functional outcomes for children, enabling education staff and parents? Do you have skills in working with children within Occupational Therapy or Speech and Language therapy ? Or working with children whoneed support with developing their independence in day-to-day activities in an educational environment. We are looking to recruit 2 Band 4 Senior Therapy Assistants to work across Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy to support children with SEND needs in North or East localities. You will need to have appropriate experience / qualifications to do this work as well as a passion and willingness to further develop these skills. We are looking for individuals who have experience of successful collaborative working with families, educational settings and wider multi-agency teams. Working knowledge of the delivery of Special Educational Needs support in UK schools would be advantageous. Main duties of the job Successful candidates will also: be excellent communicators be adaptable, innovative and enjoy working autonomously and as part of a team. be able to travel to settings and schools in Birmingham have good IT skills in order to make effective use of our mobile working technology and IT systems. Your main duties will include: Assisting the BCHC Trust Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists working with children with a range of Special Educational Needs and disabilities (SEND) Supporting the delivery of universal, targeted interventions in a range of settings including nurseries, schools, special schools and other community settings Planning and delivering therapy sessions as part of a delegated programme to children in the service without direct supervision at times but in regular liaison with designated therapist who will provide direction Delivering and supporting educational settings in developing and making resources to support therapy programmes. About us The OT/SLT services work as part of Inclusion Services within the Children and Families Division of Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. We work across the whole City, within a range of community and educational settings, thus requiring successful applicants to demonstrate a high level of flexibility We value our staff and advocate career progression internally. We encourage our staff to contribute to service development, and we welcome and value new ideas and experiences We offer a supportive working environment with access to specialist clinical support, and an emphasis on sharing good practice through effective team working. For further information about our departments follow the links below: http://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/childrens-sl http://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/childrens-OT Access to reliable transport or means of travel is essential. The post-holder may be required to transport items of therapy equipment on a regular basis. Date posted 10 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary Depending on experience per annum (pro rata) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Term time hours Reference number 820-6973874-CF Job locations Moseley Hall Hospital - admin base but post will be in 1 of 6 localities across Birmingham Alcester Rd Moseley B13 8JL Job description Job responsibilities See Job description for more detail Undertaking assessment of clients communication and making appropriate clinical decisions with access to senior colleagues as required Structuring clear therapy plans based on best practice Advising and facilitating the decision making process regarding patient/client management by ensuring that effective communication is achieved Using highly developed communication skills to explain complex condition related information from assessment /therapy plan to clients/carers and multidisciplinary team members etc. Working as part of multidisciplinary and multi-agency teams, including educational colleagues, providing early intervention for children and young people. Job description Job responsibilities See Job description for more detail Undertaking assessment of clients communication and making appropriate clinical decisions with access to senior colleagues as required Structuring clear therapy plans based on best practice Advising and facilitating the decision making process regarding patient/client management by ensuring that effective communication is achieved Using highly developed communication skills to explain complex condition related information from assessment /therapy plan to clients/carers and multidisciplinary team members etc. Working as part of multidisciplinary and multi-agency teams, including educational colleagues, providing early intervention for children and young people. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 3/BTEC in health, education or social care (or equivalent training)/ Occupational Therapy or Speech and Language Therapy Access course Evidence of training relevant to working with children and young people/Continuing Professional Development Experience Essential Relevant experience of working as a support worker with children. Experience of working independently and managing own time whilst prioritising activities. Demonstrate ability to work as part of the MDT Skills/knowledge Essential Demonstrate a knowledge of the basic aims and principles of Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy and the Therapy Assistant role Ability to work independently as well as within the multi-agency team. Ability to communicate verbally in a manner appropriate to a variety of parties, dealing with sensitive information and taking into account barriers to understanding Ability to generate written communication which is relevant, concise, accurate and legible Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 3/BTEC in health, education or social care (or equivalent training)/ Occupational Therapy or Speech and Language Therapy Access course Evidence of training relevant to working with children and young people/Continuing Professional Development Experience Essential Relevant experience of working as a support worker with children. Experience of working independently and managing own time whilst prioritising activities. Demonstrate ability to work as part of the MDT Skills/knowledge Essential Demonstrate a knowledge of the basic aims and principles of Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy and the Therapy Assistant role Ability to work independently as well as within the multi-agency team. Ability to communicate verbally in a manner appropriate to a variety of parties, dealing with sensitive information and taking into account barriers to understanding Ability to generate written communication which is relevant, concise, accurate and legible 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. Employer details Employer name Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT Address Moseley Hall Hospital - admin base but post will be in 1 of 6 localities across Birmingham Alcester Rd Moseley B13 8JL Employer's website https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)