Children's Occupational Therapist - Band 6

Job summary

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.

Main duties of the job

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.

About us

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.