This role is within Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.
Occupational Therapist Band 5 to Band 6 Development post
The closing date is 18 June 2026
We are excited to offer this opportunity for a qualified Occupational Therapist to join the multidisciplinary team supporting neurodiverse children, young people, and families within Manchester.
This is a development post in which the entry grade is a Band 5 and will progress to a Band 6 following successful completion of a set of competencies. The post holder will support a needs-led offer of care and offer Occupational Therapy assessment, brief interventions and consultations. This will involve facilitating training to empower parents and carers in addition to drop‑in sessions and bespoke interventions. They will join a well‑established Occupational Therapy team that will provide mentorship and clinical supervision.
Main duties of the job
* Offer Occupational therapy assessments
* Offer Occupational Therapy Interventions including training and workshops
* Contribute to Neurodevelopmental assessments
* Provide developmental opportunities supporting both in‑house and external training to equip the post holder with specialist clinical skill
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across its workforce, ensuring the people are truly representative of the communities it serves. 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, support is available for applicants with special requirements.
Person Specification
Registration
* You must be registered/accredited with HCPC
Qualifications
* You must have a recognised qualification (BSc Hons Occupational Therapy).
* Evidence of ongoing personal development and the willingness to undertake further training.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability
* Knowledge of the role of Occupational therapy within both the assessment and intervention pathway when working within a needs‑led model focused on neurodiversity.
* Knowledge of NICE guidance around Neurodevelopmental Assessments.
* Up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant legislation and policy.
* Understanding of the principles of Clinical and Information Governance and a willingness to follow Trust Policy and Procedures.
* Understanding of Trust safeguarding procedures.
* Ability to present written information concisely and clearly.
* Ability to present verbal information concisely and clearly.
* Excellent organisational skills.
* Knowledge of evidence‑based practice and understanding why this is important in clinical practice.
* Good communication skills with the ability to provide and receive complex or sensitive information.
* Ability to function as part of a multi‑disciplinary team and to liaise effectively with other agencies (e.g., education, GP’s) maintaining positive working relationships.
* Ability to reflect on and critically appraise own performance.
* Ability to work flexibly and creatively in a clinical context.
* Ability to maintain clinical records both written and electronic.
* Ability to work with people from a range of different backgrounds, cultures and or different ages.
* Knowledge of typical physical development in childhood.
* Knowledge of functional challenges faced by young people and families of young people with neurodiversity. Knowledge of DCD and functional implications.
* Knowledge of sensory Integration and how this can be applied to support sensory challenges.
* Knowledge of current ICB recommendations around ND assessment.
* Knowledge of the requirements of an ND assessment report.
* Knowledge of Risk escalation.
Personal Attributes
* A commitment to undertake further relevant training.
* Punctual and flexible across hours of work when required.
* A commitment to the inclusion of young people’s, parent/carer views in service delivery.
* Willingness to contribute to team functioning and performance.
* Positive approach to own continuing professional development.
Work Related Circumstances
* Ability to travel across the MFT footprint.
* Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust’s Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a disclosure submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Salary
£32,073 to £48,117 a year (pro rata).
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full‑time
Reference number
349‑SHCG‑7977520‑RL4
Job location
North Star Centre, City View House, Ardwick
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