The Experts at Hand team in Barking and Dagenham is a joint service between NELFT and the local authority, giving early specialist support to children and young people with special educational needs. Occupational therapists in the team provide advice, consultation and intervention, and support schools and early years settings to meet needs inclusively. The work is multidisciplinary, spans health, education and social care, and includes individual, group and whole-setting approaches. Paediatric experience with SEN and EHCP report writing is required, along with HCPC registration.
What the job involves
- Provide early advice, consultation and intervention for children and young people with SEND
- Support schools and settings to build confidence and capability in meeting needs inclusively
- Deliver individual, group and whole-setting approaches
- Work as part of an integrated multidisciplinary team with education professionals, therapists, psychologists, family support services and other partners
- Contribute to reducing waiting times and improving access to specialist support
- Help develop innovative pathways so children and young people can thrive in their local communities
What’s required
Qualifications
- Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy
- Postgraduate courses or self-directed learning relevant to paediatrics
Registration & licences
- HCPC registration (licence to practise)
Experience
- Band 6 occupational therapy experience with children with a variety of needs
- Experience with neurodevelopmental disability, developmental delay, learning difficulties and SEN
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of report writing for SEN and EHCPs
Nice to have
- Registered member of the British Association of Occupational Therapists
- Experience of supervising students and/or unqualified staff
What’s offered
- Structured supervision and mentoring
- Leadership and quality improvement opportunities
- Service development and innovation projects
- Access to training and continuing professional development
- Progression into advanced clinical, specialist or operational leadership roles
- Experience of system-wide transformation programmes alongside NHS and local authority leaders
- High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of basic salary, with a minimum of £4,870 and maximum of £6,137 pro rata for part time
- Staff health and wellbeing activities
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Paediatric Occupational Therapist employer: NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
NELFT NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment that aligns with our core values of kindness, respect, and community engagement. Located in the vibrant areas of Barking and Dagenham, Havering, Redbridge, and Waltham Forest, we offer our employees ample opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training and development, as well as the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of over 4.9 million people. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organisation that prioritises innovation in mental health care and values the contributions of every team member.
Contact Details:
NELFT North East London Foundation Trust Recruitment Team
