Job summary Join Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD) as a Senior Occupational Therapist (OT) At CFHD we aim to provide an innovative and integrated model of children's community services. We are excited to invite passionate professionals to join our dedicated teams. We are seeking a Senior OT with a focus on early childhood development. The role involves providing expert OT services to children and young people within the Exeter, Mid and East Devon locality. You will also support and mentor junior and training staff, ensuring high standards in assessment, intervention, and clinical governance across the Early Child Development (ECD) pathway. As part of our supportive community service, you'll become a valued member of a collaborative network of specialists. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a practitioner with an interest in early years, sensory development, and complex neurodevelopmental needs. You'll work closely with a multidisciplinary team supporting young children with a range of developmental, sensory, and attachment challenges. If you're passionate about working with young children, enjoy MDT collaboration, and are eager to develop your expertise in an integrated, learning-focused environment, CFHD offers you the opportunity to grow and develop within a dynamic and supportive team. We'd love to hear from you if you're looking for a fulfilling role in a collaborative setting Main duties of the job Hold responsibility for the assessment and treatment of a caseload within a designated geographical area, ensuring competence and capability. Use a strengths-based approach to ensure clinical effectiveness through evidence-based interventions, goal-based, collaborative practice, and Routine Outcome Measures. Deliver specialist occupational therapy advice, assessment, and interventions to children and young people facing challenges in maximising occupational performance across various settings. Interventions may include direct therapy, coaching, training, provision of adaptive equipment as required. Provide early help/light touch interventions for issues such as sleep, communication, and positive behavioural support. Supervise/ mentor and support junior staff and students. About us Why Work With Us Join Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD) and be part of a dynamic team delivering occupational therapy in the Early Child Development pathway. You'll collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to provide top-quality care to children with developmental and sensory needs. We value compassion, inclusion, and flexibility, with a strong focus on continuous learning and recognition. Our inclusive and forward-looking culture celebrates diversity and fosters professional growth. At CFHD, we deliver integrated health and social care services that make a real difference. Join us to grow your career and impact young lives. Date posted 17 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 388-6864270-AHP Job locations Capital Court Bittern Road, Sowton Industrial Estate Exeter EX2 7FW Job description Job responsibilities Please see job overview, main duties of the job, and attached job description for full details of the role and responsibilities the post entails; along with the essential and desirable criteria. Job description Job responsibilities Please see job overview, main duties of the job, and attached job description for full details of the role and responsibilities the post entails; along with the essential and desirable criteria. Person Specification Qualifications and training Essential Degree in Occupational Therapy HCPC registration Diploma level specialist training or experience Desirable Post-graduate certified courses specific to children's needs (e.g. Sensory training; ADOS, 3di etc) Membership of professional body Knowledge and experience Essential To work within trust clinical guidelines and Royal College of OT and HCPC standards. To have working knowledge of national and local standards and monitor own quality and safety of practice Extensive knowledge of Occupational Therapy models of practice and specialist approaches Extensive knowledge of legislation affecting clinical practice such as manual handling, housing and SEND Desirable Research skills Person Specification Qualifications and training Essential Degree in Occupational Therapy HCPC registration Diploma level specialist training or experience Desirable Post-graduate certified courses specific to children's needs (e.g. Sensory training; ADOS, 3di etc) Membership of professional body Knowledge and experience Essential To work within trust clinical guidelines and Royal College of OT and HCPC standards. To have working knowledge of national and local standards and monitor own quality and safety of practice Extensive knowledge of Occupational Therapy models of practice and specialist approaches Extensive knowledge of legislation affecting clinical practice such as manual handling, housing and SEND Desirable Research skills 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 Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Address Capital Court Bittern Road, Sowton Industrial Estate Exeter EX2 7FW Employer's website https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)