Job summary The Service for Complex Assessment of Neurodevelopment (SCAN) previously known as the Social Development Clinic (SDC) based at the Royal Manchester Childrens Hospital Harrington Building provides specialist assessment of highly complex presentations of neurodevelopmental conditions for children and young people aged 3 to 18 years with complex neurodevelopmental differences, meaning differences in how the brain develops and how someone learns, communicates, and understands the world. We use a whole-person, holistic approach, which means we think about everything that might be affecting a young person's development and wellbeing, including: Different developmental and learning needs Environment and experiences at home, school, and in the community Any genetic or physical health factors that might play a part Our service is for children and young people who still need answers or support after local assessments. We help when there are unresolved questions about a diagnosis or to explore ways to best support a young person's needs. This is a tier 4 service that provides further in-depth assessment of children and young people who have been assessed by locality CAMHS or community paediatric services and have been unable to conclude due to complex differential factors, such as but not limited to genetic conditions and in utero exposure to medicines. Main duties of the job You will provide specialist occupational therapy assessment in line with the service overview whilst also contributing to the MDT decision making in a highly specialist service assessing across the spectrum of neurodevelopmental needs. This will be done alongside colleagues fromPsychiatry,Psychology,Speech and Language Therapy, Nurse Specialists, CAMHS, Paediatrics and Occupational Therapy. While primarily a role providing specialist occupational therapy assessment, you will be required to contribute to highly complex case reviews, clinical formulation and decision-making where appropriate.You will support governance activity including performance monitoring, data quality, audit, service evaluation and improvement initiatives. The role can be worked across the week flexibly, however, we do run the clinical assessment space as a collective on Thursday of the working week, suitable candidates would therefore need to be available on the majority of Thursdays. About us Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time. Job description Job responsibilities To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Job description Job responsibilities To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC Registration BSc/MSc degree in Occupational Therapy Desirable Relevant postgraduate qualifications Qualifications relevant to teaching/training in the workplace Experience Essential Significant experience of working with children and young people with neurodevelopmental needs such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, FASD Significant experience of working with children and young people with acute and/or chronic health disorders (e.g. neuro-rehabilitation, genetic conditions) Experience of liaison with a range of agencies such as the Local authority, specialist and community health Experience of identifying child protection risk, and knowledge of systems for managing this risk Experience of consulting with health care and other professionals Evidence of continued professional development Desirable Experience of working with children and young people with mental health problems and their families, including demonstrable experience of working within and/or with Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services Experience of supervising/managing/leading staff and /or team Working at a Band 7 level Formal training in clinical supervision Experience of audit/research Formal teaching experiences Experience of working with complex presentations Skills Essential Excellent organisational, communication, negotiation and case management skills Ability to work collaboratively with members of the multidisciplinary team Competent computer literacy skills Commitment to undertake further relevant training The ability to work independently managing a highly complex caseload with the support of clinical supervision and case management supervision Flexible, enthusiastic, approachable, assertive and constructive Current driving licence and access to a car Leadership skills and the ability to motivate others Confident in role/judgement Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC Registration BSc/MSc degree in Occupational Therapy Desirable Relevant postgraduate qualifications Qualifications relevant to teaching/training in the workplace Experience Essential Significant experience of working with children and young people with neurodevelopmental needs such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, FASD Significant experience of working with children and young people with acute and/or chronic health disorders (e.g. neuro-rehabilitation, genetic conditions) Experience of liaison with a range of agencies such as the Local authority, specialist and community health Experience of identifying child protection risk, and knowledge of systems for managing this risk Experience of consulting with health care and other professionals Evidence of continued professional development Desirable Experience of working with children and young people with mental health problems and their families, including demonstrable experience of working within and/or with Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services Experience of supervising/managing/leading staff and /or team Working at a Band 7 level Formal training in clinical supervision Experience of audit/research Formal teaching experiences Experience of working with complex presentations Skills Essential Excellent organisational, communication, negotiation and case management skills Ability to work collaboratively with members of the multidisciplinary team Competent computer literacy skills Commitment to undertake further relevant training The ability to work independently managing a highly complex caseload with the support of clinical supervision and case management supervision Flexible, enthusiastic, approachable, assertive and constructive Current driving licence and access to a car Leadership skills and the ability to motivate others Confident in role/judgement 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. For further information visit the. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. For further information visit the. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Address Harrington Building (Adjacent to Royal Manchester Childrens Hospital) Off Oxford Road Manchester M13 9WL Employer's website