Job Overview
Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Community Neurorehabilitation
Location: Community‑based settings (client homes, clinics, remote work) in South West England and South Wales. Hours: Flexible.
Reports to: Paediatric Service Lead. Accountable to: Totus Neurorehabilitation Ltd Directors.
Job Summary
Provide Occupational Therapy assessment and rehabilitation services to children and young people with acquired and traumatic brain injury and neurological conditions. Work in clients’ homes, schools, colleges, community settings or designated clinic rooms, supporting participation and independence in daily living, school engagement, play, leisure, social routines, and transitions.
Key Responsibilities
* Knowledge & Training: Hold a degree in Occupational Therapy; register with HCPC; member of RCOT; complete mandatory CPD; maintain specialist skills through supervision; training in safeguarding children, paediatric assessment tools, education systems, family‑centred practice.
* Clinical Duties: Independently manage a caseload of clients with complex neurological rehabilitation needs; conduct comprehensive OT assessments; develop, implement, evaluate individualized treatment programmes; support daily living tasks, community access, equipment provision, environmental adaptations; refer to specialist services as required; apply evidence‑based interventions (cognitive rehabilitation, fatigue management, upper limb rehab, vocational rehab); deliver therapy in various settings including remote; evaluate outcomes; conduct risk assessments; provide education to clients, families, care teams; write detailed reports and goal plans; ensure data confidentiality.
* Communication: Communicate sensitive and distressing information to patients and families; summarize complex data; produce clear, concise reports.
* IT Skills: Use internet, Microsoft Office, Gmail, literature search engines, cloud‑based software.
* Multidisciplinary Working: Contribute to MDT assessments and goal‑planning; attend MDT meetings; collaborate with physiotherapists, speech & language therapists, psychologists, dieticians, case managers, and other professionals; liaise with family, carers, solicitors, third‑sector organisations, and statutory services.
* Supervision & Support: Participate in peer review, clinical supervision, and reflective practice; provide education and advice to families and professionals.
* Service Development & Clinical Governance: Ensure compliance with professional guidelines; maintain accurate clinical records; participate in quality improvement data collection; inform Directors of protocol development; follow safeguarding, risk, infection control policies; report risks or safeguarding concerns.
Person Specification Summary
* HCPC registered Occupational Therapist with recognised qualification.
* Post‑qualification experience in paediatrics, neurology, rehabilitation, or community settings.
* Skills in functional and cognitive assessment and intervention planning for children and young people.
* Strong communication, time‑management, and team‑working abilities.
* Commitment to CPD, evidence‑based practice, and service improvement.
* Capacity to work under changing and pressured clinical timetables and organise clinical work.
Working Conditions
Work primarily from home, with travel to client homes, schools, colleges, or clinic rooms. Driving up to 4 hours in a day may be required. Frequent VDU and computer use. Concentration required during assessments and family interviews; may encounter challenging behaviour.
Health, Safety & Equality
Health & Safety / Security: Duty of every employee to maintain a safe environment and report breaches.
Non‑Smoking Policy: Totus Neurorehabilitation Ltd operates a Non‑Smoking Policy.
Equal Opportunities: We are committed to the principles of equal opportunities in accordance with current legislation.
Confidentiality: Only authorised persons may receive patient information; report any concerns to Directors.
Legal and Compliance
The position requires adherence to HCPC, RCOT, NHS, education and statutory agency guidelines, and all organizational policies.
Note
This job description may be reviewed with the post holder to reflect service needs and personal development.
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