About this role
Job summary
Fixed Term 12 Months | Part Time 22.5 hours per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our established Burns and Plastics Therapy Team, providing maternity leave cover.
We are seeking a motivated, flexible and innovative Occupational Therapist to join our friendly, supportive, and integrated Burns and Plastics team. This role offers the opportunity to work within a regional burns unit as part of an experienced multi-disciplinary team, supporting children aged 0-16 years with burn injuries.
In addition, the post holder will support the plastic surgery service, covering elective procedures, upper and lower limb trauma, and hand injuries.
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and adaptable individual who is committed to delivering high-quality patient care, with a keen interest in ongoing professional development.
About You
You will bring a broad range of clinical experience, strong team-working skills, and experience in supervising assistant staff and students. We offer a strong commitment to professional training and development, alongside experienced peer support within a collaborative and forward-thinking team. HCPC registration. Diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy. Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent, relevant postgraduate courses and in-service training. Portfolio evidence of reflective practice.
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Team Leader , some of your responsibilities will include:
To provide a specialised and high standard of occupational therapy care as a member of the therapy team and multi-professional teams within the sub specialities of burns & plastics To perform advanced therapeutic assessments of children presenting with a wide range of conditions and problems To provide a diagnosis of the problem related to therapeutic intervention To develop highly skilled knowledge in order to deliver an individualised treatment programme for each child. To independently manage a personal caseload of children working without direct supervisions To access the advice, training and support from more senior therapists available but also undertake clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner. To participate in the Burns, Orthopaedics, Plastics and limb reconstruction Sunday working rota.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job description Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
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Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training Essential
HCPC registration Diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent, relevant postgraduate courses and in-service training
Desirable
Involvement in special interest groups
Experience Essential
Variety of significant post graduate general experience and a working knowledge of a broad variety of clinical conditions including burns and/or plastics Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Student / assistant supervision
Desirable
Significant Burns and plastics Paediatrics / working with children Orthopaedics and Limb reconstruction Involvement in audit, research or service evaluation
Knowledge Essential
Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession Understanding of family / team dynamics and how to develop working relationships with all involved in the child's care Understanding of the impact of disability / hospitalisation on children and their families Understanding of data protection, confidentiality and health and safety requirements in meeting the needs of the child and family
Skills and Abilities Essential
Ability to present information, written and verbal in a clear and logical manner Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate appropriately Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and within emotional or challenging situations
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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UK Registration
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Employer details Employer name Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Address Sheffield Children's Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Sheffield Children's Hospital
Sheffield
S10 2TH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)