Band 6 Children's Occupational Therapist
The closing date is 01 June 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our innovative community based team working across Coventry. We have a 1.8 vacancies and so we invite applicants interested in both full and part time permanent employment (minimum 22.5 hours).
Depending upon the number of applicants we may consider supporting a 'Band 5/6 Developmental Post'.
We are seeking a motivated individual with a keen interest in working with children, who is committed to the development of our paediatric service. You will also need to have an Occupational Therapy qualification and HCPC registration.
We have developed specialist areas within Early Intervention, Complex Physical Disability and in our Hand and Upper limb service. We are committed to professional development and evidence based practice, offering regular in-service training and peer group / one to one supervision. Internal and external courses are also supported.
Car owner/driver essential as it is unlikely that public transport will meet the needs of this job.
Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
The post is subject to a DBS.
Main duties of the job
Our Children's Occupational Therapy Service seeks to provide a high quality service to children, young people and their families in their homes, nurseries and schools.
We provide parent education sessions, assessment, interventions, advice and education to children and young people aged 0-19 with a Coventry GP.
We work with children and young people who have difficulties or a disability which impacts upon their daily participation in activities. We help children and young people to carry out activities they need or want to do in areas of self‑care, school work and play. If a child or young person has learning, sensory or physical difficulties, their ability to grow, learn, socialise and play can be compromised.
We work flexibly and with initiative, as we can work independently and as part of our multidisciplinary and multi‑agency team.
About us
At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.
We put 'people at our heart'; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.
* Generous annual leave entitlement which increases during your time with us
* Excellent learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeship frameworks, distance learning, internal training, coaching and mentoring, and much more
* Salary sacrifice schemes for lease car/ vehicle, Cycle to Work, home and electronics, gym membership and more
* Discounts with a range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues through our Employee Assistance Programme and NHS discount schemes
* Wellbeing support, including an in‑house counselling service, external helpline and more
* Staff networks and support group
We're always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect.
Job responsibilities
It would be an advantage if you have a working knowledge of formal and informal assessments for children & young people and some knowledge or experience of specialist paediatric equipment. Previous experience of working with children/young people in some capacity is essential. Please see the full job description and person specification for further details.
In return, we offer you development opportunities, plus a range of benefits that includes a career average pension scheme, flexible working and the opportunity to make a real difference to our local community.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Occupational Therapy degree
* Registration with Health & Care Professions Council
* Post graduate training relevant to the client group
Experience
* Previous relevant experience working with children
* Considerable experience as a qualified occupational therapist
* Experience in a variety of childhood conditions is essential
Other
* Car driver/owner (It is unlikely that public transport will meet this requirement).
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.
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