Senior Occupational Therapist (Paediatrics)
Location: Norfolk
Job Type: Full, Part time and Term Time contracts available
About the Role
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic team. This role focuses on supporting children and young people with sensory processing difficulties, motor challenges, and emotional well‑being needs within an educational setting. You will play a key role in delivering high‑quality, evidence‑based interventions, working collaboratively with families, schools, and multidisciplinary professionals to achieve the best outcomes for clients.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide expert advice on the management and care of children with sensory processing difficulties, motor challenges, and emotional well‑being needs.
* Conduct comprehensive, holistic assessments and produce high‑quality reports within agreed deadlines.
* Develop and implement individualised occupational therapy intervention plans.
* Work collaboratively with parents, carers, teaching staff, and external professionals to ensure effective intervention delivery.
* Manage complex cases, using strong negotiation and clinical reasoning skills.
* Monitor and adapt interventions based on client progress and needs.
* Deliver specialist training to education staff and other professionals.
* Promote children and young people’s rights and advocate for best practice.
* Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date clinical records in line with professional standards.
* Contribute to service development, policy work, and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Participate in supervision, appraisal, and ongoing professional development.
Essential Criteria
* Degree in Occupational Therapy
* HCPC registered
* Minimum 5 years’ experience, including paediatric occupational therapy
* Strong clinical knowledge of occupational therapy models and evidence‑based practice
* Ability to manage workload independently and prioritise effectively
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
* Competent IT skills
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (daily travel required)
Desirable Criteria
* Experience supporting the development of students or junior staff
* Sensory Integration Module 2 qualification (or equivalent experience)
* ADOS-2 qualification or willingness to undertake training
Additional Information
* An Enhanced DBS check is required (employment subject to satisfactory clearance).
* Ongoing training and development opportunities are provided to support your professional growth.
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a supportive, collaborative team
* Make a meaningful impact on children’s lives
* Access continuous professional development opportunities
* Contribute to innovative and evolving services
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