Occupational Therapist

Piers Meadows Recruitment

Posted 23 days ago, valid for 8 days

Leyland, Lancashire PR267AD, England

£32,000 - £38,400 per annum

Part Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

Sonic Summary

The Occupational Therapist position in Children's Therapy Services is based in Leyland and covers the Chorley and South Ribble areas.
This full-time role, scheduled from November 1, 2024, to February 28, 2025, requires experience in pediatric occupational therapy, particularly with conditions like DCD, ASD, and ADHD.
The role involves assessing and treating children aged 3 to teens, conducting clinic-based, school, and home visits.
Key responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, engaging with families, and collaborating with schools and care providers.
The position is a Band 6 role, with a salary range typically associated with this band in the NHS.

Job Title: Occupational Therapist - Children’s Therapy ServicesLocation: Leyland House, Lancashire Business Park, Centurion Way, Leyland, PR26 6TYRegion: Leyland (covering Chorley and South Ribble areas)Contract Duration: 1st November 2024 - 28th February 2025Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pmBand: Band 6

Role Summary:Children’s Therapy Services is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to work with a diverse pediatric caseload. This role involves assessing and treating children (ages 3-teen) with various conditions, including developmental coordination disorder (DCD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, rheumatology issues, and behavioral or neurological challenges. The role includes clinic-based, school, and home visits within the Chorley and South Ribble areas.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for children with motor coordination difficulties, behavior challenges, rheumatology issues affecting hand function, and neurological/genetic conditions.
Use specific standardized assessments, including BOT, DASH, VMI, and Oxford 24/7 postural management, to guide clinical decisions.
Engage in triage conversations with families, conduct telephone consultations, and provide signposting to relevant resources.
Collaborate with families, schools, and other care providers to adapt environments and support the child’s development and safety.
Complete equipment assessments and follow-up reviews as needed.

Essential Skills and Experience:

Experience in pediatric occupational therapy, particularly with motor coordination, behavioral, and neurological conditions.
Proficiency with standardized assessment tools and the ability to adapt interventions based on clinical observations.
Excellent communication skills for family consultations and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Support:This role is fully supported by a structured framework of departmental forms, proformas, and resources to aid in consistent, high-quality service delivery.

Apply now in a few quick clicks