Bank Senior Occupational Therapist - SW Surrey in Guildford

Join our team as a Bank Senior Occupational Therapist. At HCRG Care Group, you will benefit from:

• Flexible Shift Booking: Self-book bank shifts and request time off up to six weeks in advance for a better work-life balance.
• Wagestream Access: Track and access earned wages anytime, avoiding high-interest loans or overdrafts.
• Professional Growth: Gain experience across various services, access free training, and join our Strive for Better professional network.
• 24/7 Well-being Support: Free counselling, legal advice, financial guidance, and career coaching.
• Innovative Culture: Share ideas, apply for national funding, and contribute to service improvements.
• Recognition & Engagement: Nominate colleagues for awards and participate in executive Q&A sessions.
• Commitment to Excellence: Be part of a team with 'Good' or 'Outstanding' CQC-rated services.

We are recruiting for an experienced Bank Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist to work as a key member of the multidisciplinary team providing Occupational Therapy assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for children, supporting them, their families, and carers in self-management and care. The post holder is responsible for devising child-centred therapy plans using evidence-based practice to ensure that the individual's full potential is developed or maintained.

Main Responsibilities include:

• Management & Leadership: Plan and organise daily delivery of therapy services by therapists and assistants. Supervise students and Band 5 staff; complete appraisals and line management for Bands 3-5. Deputise for Band 7 when required.
• Planning & Organisation: Day-to-day line management of therapy team. Independently manage and prioritise own caseload. Adapt practice to meet individual patient needs, considering cultural and linguistic differences.
• Clinical Responsibilities: Assess children with performance difficulties; provide advice and interventions. Recommend and train in specialist equipment for home and school use. Formulate treatment plans, write reports, and evaluate outcomes. Communicate complex information sensitively to patients and carers. Liaise with health, education, and social care professionals; attend case conferences. Support tribunal process under Band 7 guidance. Ensure safeguarding and incident reporting compliance.
• Professional Duties: Support Team Lead and Therapies Manager in meeting service targets. Participate in supervision, training, audits, and research projects. Reflect on practice through supervision and CPD. Comply with mandatory training and organisational safety standards.

Essential qualifications include:

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy; HCPC registration and compliance.
• Minimum 2 years post-graduate OT experience, including paediatric practice.
• Evidence of CPD and relevant post-graduate training (e.g., child development, ASD, ADHD, neurodevelopmental conditions).
• Skilled in paediatric OT assessments, interventions, and theoretical frameworks.
• Ability to analyse assessments, set SMART goals, and design tailored OT programmes.
• Knowledge of child development, specialist equipment, postural management, safeguarding, and EHCP processes.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written, presentation) with the ability to convey complex, sensitive information clearly.
• Competent in multidisciplinary working, problem-solving, time management, and adapting practice to individual needs.
• Computer literacy and accurate record-keeping.
• Physical fitness for manual handling and active participation in therapy.
• Ability to work independently under pressure, maintain judgement, and deliver flexible, innovative services.

Desirable qualifications include:

• Membership of BAOT/RCOT and Special Interest Groups.
• Clinical Educator qualification.
• Experience in community paediatric OT and/or NHS settings.
• Skills in teaching and presenting to staff and external groups.

Other requirements: The post holder must be a car driver and owner with a valid driving license.

HCRG Care Group, established in 2006, is one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services. We are committed to equal opportunities and aim for inclusivity, welcoming applications from diverse individuals. As a Disability Confident Committed company, we strive to create accessible environments for all.