Job summary
We are looking for a qualified occupational therapist to work within children's services. The role involves assessing and supporting children and young people who experience difficulties with everyday activities due to physical, developmental, neurological, sensory, learning, or social-emotional needs. The therapist works closely with families, schools, health professionals, and other agencies to help children maximise their independence, participation, and quality of life.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities involve assessing children's functional abilities, including:
- Self-care skills (dressing, feeding, toileting).
- Fine and gross motor skills.
- Play and leisure activities.
- School participation and classroom access
- Sensory processing and regulation needs.
The successful candidate will work within a team of Occupational therapists to:
- Develop and implement individualised intervention plans based on their assessment findings.
- Monitor progress and review outcomes through regular follow-up appointments.
- Maintain accurate clinical records in line with NHS and professional standards.
- Contribute to Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs) and provide reports when required.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, paediatricians, educational psychologists, nurses, and social care professionals.
- Participate in safeguarding procedures and identify concerns relating to a child's welfare.
- Manage a caseload under the supervision of a senior occupational therapist.
About us
Provide is a Community Interest Company (social enterprise). We deliver a broad range of health and social care services in the community, and are committed to making sure that they are safe, responsive and of high quality. Provide is owned by its employees and has primarily social objectives. Any profits we make are reinvested into the local community or back into delivering services.
We work from a variety of community settings, such as community hospitals, community clinics, schools, nursing homes and primary care settings, as well as within people's homes to provide more than 40 services to children, families and adults across Essex, Dorset, East Anglia and the North of England.
A highly respected, award winning health and social care provider. We expect our staff to demonstrate and uphold our values at all times:
Vision: Transforming Lives
Values: Care, Innovation and Compassion
Mission: An ambitious, employee owned social enterprise, growing in size and influence. We transform lives by treating, caring and educating people.
Provide is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills, proud to have LGBT+, Ethnic Minority and Men's Networks. We welcome applicants from underrepresented groups. If you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply regardless of your background.
Details
Closing date: 28 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change, Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year pa
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 828-PROVIDE4324
Essential qualifications and experience
- Occupational Therapy Qualification obtained
- Minimum of 1 year OT experience
- Driver with access to car
- Communication Skills
Desirable
- Royal College of OT membership
- HCPC registered
- Experience of the OT process
- Experience of equipment assessment and orderingReport writing experience
- Teamwork experience
- IT experience
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
Contact
Team Lead Occupational Therapist, Laura Martin, laura.martin73@nhs.net, 03001310111
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Occupational Therapist in Chelmsford employer: Provide Community (Provide Cic)
Provide CIC is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development and employee well-being. As a Paediatric Occupational Therapist in Colchester, you will benefit from comprehensive training and supervision, ensuring you have the tools to make a meaningful impact on children's lives while enjoying a collaborative environment that values your contributions.
Contact Details:
Provide Community (Provide Cic) Recruitment Team
