Paediatric Occupational Therapist
The closing date is 30 April 2026.
We are delighted to offer a committed and dynamic Band 6 Occupational Therapist the opportunity to join Northumbria Healthcare and work into the Paediatric Occupational Therapy Team based in North Tyneside. This role is for an enthusiastic and highly motivated person who has experience and a passion for working with children.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will need to have a wealth of knowledge and experience working with children. Responsibilities include:
* Carrying out comprehensive assessments of a child's motor, perceptual and physical abilities.
* Planning and delivering treatment sessions (individual or group).
* Providing equipment and minor adaptations.
* Conducting community‑based assessments and home visits.
* Collaborating closely with health, education and social care colleagues.
A typical day may involve visiting a mainstream school for a fine‑motor assessment, returning to the office for lunch, conducting a home visit to support a child in daily activities, and completing administrative tasks.
About us
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust manages three major locality hospitals at North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham, plus a number of smaller community hospitals and clinics. We also provide services from facilities in local communities such as health centres. Our aim is to give people greater choice and control over their care and to promote independent living at home.
Job responsibilities
* Assess and review level of need, organising work efficiently with regard to clinical priorities.
* Select and apply occupational therapy assessments in paediatrics, addressing occupational performance and skill deficits.
* Work with children and families to identify OT goals.
* Monitor, evaluate and modify interventions to measure progress and ensure effectiveness.
* Plan and implement individual and group interventions using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.
* Identify and provide specific specialised children's equipment to meet postural and functional needs.
* Carry out home/school assessment visits and follow‑up visits where appropriate.
* Provide minor adaptations in line with local government criteria.
* Maintain up‑to‑date written and electronic records in accordance with professional and trust standards.
* Comply with the COT code of ethics, national and trust procedures.
* Initiate, plan and deliver training and education for students and relevant staff.
* Advise and educate children, families/carers and others on the safe use of specialist equipment.
* Attend and organise in‑service training where appropriate.
* Undertake yearly appraisal to identify personal and clinical development.
* Adhere to key success factor objectives.
* Role‑model compassionate and inclusive leadership to support a collaborative culture.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy.
* Student supervisor qualification within 12 months of appointment.
* Post‑registration experience in a relevant clinical area.
* Experience of research or audit.
* Ability to advise and support junior staff and/or students.
* Documented evidence of continuing professional development.
Experience & Knowledge
* Knowledge/experience of a sensory integration approach to therapy.
* Membership of a professional body.
Skills & Abilities
* Training and facilitation skills.
* Supervisory skills.
Personal Attributes
* State registered with HCPC.
Other Requirements
* Valid driving licence and either a car for work or a trust personal lease vehicle. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for disabled candidates.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
The post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous convictions.
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro‑rata per annum
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