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- Band 6
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- Cyfnod Penodol: 8 mis (Maternity cover starting from March 2026 until end of November 2026)
- Oriau
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- Oriau cywasgedig
- Cyfeirnod y swydd
- 199-7737767-MT
- Cyflogwr
- Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
- Math o gyflogwr
- NHS
- Gwefan
- Crystal Children's Development Centre
- Tref
- Croydon
- Cyflog
- £44,485 - £52,521 pro rata pa incl HCAS outer
- Cyfnod cyflog
- Yn flynyddol
- Yn cau
- 06/03/2026 23:59
- Dyddiad y cyfweliad
- 12/03/2026
Teitl cyflogwr
Children's Occupational Therapist - Band 6
Band 6
Croydon is a busy, exciting and diverse place to work. The borough has one of the youngest populations in London and continues to grow.
Croydon Health Services cares for local people at Croydon University Hospital, Purley Memorial Hospital and in clinics and people’s homes all across the borough.
We are a very close-knit and friendly organisation where everyone of our 3600 members of staff is valued. We strongly believe that our employees are our greatest asset and so through Listening into Action – our way of engaging staff - we empower everyone at any level to initiate and bring about real improvements in our care.
Join us and be a part of the team that is making Croydon proud. #choosecroydon
Trosolwg o'r swydd
Children's Occupational Therapist - Band 6
We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated OT to join our well established and innovative Children’s OT service that combines the traditional roles of both health and social services OTs. We are a dynamic, friendly and supportive team of OTs and OT Technical Instructors who have a wide range of skills and expertise. The service has a good reputation and we work closely with colleagues across Children’s Services in Health, CAMHS, Education and Social Services. We have recently relocated to a modern purpose built Children’s Development Centre promoting MDT working and shared working spaces.
Proposed Interview Date - 12th March 2026
Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd
You will be providing OT input to children with a wide range of disabilities working across a range of settings including; in their homes, nurseries, and respite placements within Croydon.
You will be delivering therapy at universal, targeted and specialists levels. Intervention will be a range of parent groups, coaching, monitoring and MDT working.
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.
Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people’s homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.
Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.
If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that’s shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.
At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.
Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl
Please see job description and main responsibilities attached for full details of this exciting role that is available.
Manyleb y person
Other
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Valid UK manual driving licence
Meini prawf dymunol
- Car owner
Education and Qualifications
Meini prawf hanfodol
- A Diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy
- State registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Documented evidence of continuing professional development and self-directed learning
Meini prawf dymunol
- Experience of delivering coaching/Co-op interventions
- Experience with equipment and adaptations
- Additional training in neurovidersity related sensory needs
- Attendance of paediatric courses post qualification
Knowledge and Understanding
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Understanding the role of a Children's Occupational Therapist
- Uses clinical reasoning and reflective practice
- Experiential learning to demonstrate the required experience to manage a caseload
- Awareness of clinical governance and children's safeguarding agenda and guidance
- Commitment to client-centred, non-discriminatory practice
Meini prawf dymunol
- Experience of specialist equipment and housing needs
- Demonstrates an understanding and application of national guidelines / legislation
Experience
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Post graduate OT experience in relevant settings.
- Knowledge of current best practice in Children's OT
- Experience of working with children at undergraduate level, or in another relevant setting.
- Experience of multi-disciplinary work
Meini prawf dymunol
- Postgraduate Children's OT experience
- Experience working with children who have a diagnosis or Autism, ADHD and Cerebral Palsy
Skills/Abilities
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Ability to manage own workload and determine priorities
- Good organisational skills
- Good problem solving skills
- Ability to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing, with children, parents and staff, including children with significant communication barriers
- Good report writing skills
- Able to work as part of a team, understanding of team dynamics
Meini prawf dymunol
- Upper limb splinting experience
Gofynion ymgeisio
Rhaid i chi gael cofrestriad proffesiynol priodol yn y DU.
Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.
Dogfennau i'w lawrlwytho
Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Shanice Welds
- Teitl y swydd
- Children's Occupational Therapy Manager
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Rhif ffôn
- 02082746854
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