About this role
Job summary
Join our friendly and supportive Children's Occupational Therapy team in Brent, where every day brings the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children, young people and their families. Whether you're building on existing experience or developing your paediatric career, you'll be supported to grow your skills while delivering high-quality, person-centred occupational therapy across a variety of community settings.
You will assess, advise and provide occupational therapy interventions for children and young people with a range of developmental, physical, functional and sensory needs. Support will be delivered through individual appointments, group programmes and multidisciplinary interventions.
Working across community clinics, schools and family settings, you will help children and young people develop skills, increase participation in meaningful activities and achieve greater independence and wellbeing.
You will receive regular clinical supervision, structured training and ongoing professional development opportunities. This role offers a supportive environment in which to build your knowledge, confidence and experience in paediatric occupational therapy while contributing to high-quality care and positive outcomes for children, young people and their families.
Main duties of the job
As a Band 5 Occupational Therapist, you will:
Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate occupational therapy interventions for children and young people with a range of developmental, physical, functional and sensory needs. Deliver therapy through individual sessions, group programmes and multidisciplinary interventions in clinics, schools and community settings. Work collaboratively with children, young people, families, education professionals, and health and social care colleagues to provide coordinated, person-centred support. Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) assessments and deliver agreed interventions in line with the Children and Families Act 2014. Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to service development, quality improvement and positive service outcomes. Participate in supervision, training and continuing professional development activities to enhance clinical practice. Develop effective working relationships within the multidisciplinary team and with partner organisations to support the best possible outcomes for children and young people. We welcome applications from Occupational Therapists who are keen to develop their clinical skills within a supportive team environment. Relevant experience, placements or transferable skills gained through working with children and young people in community, educational, health or similar settings will be valued.
About us
We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.
What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.
Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.
We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.
Job description Job responsibilities
Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Degree or equivalent Diploma/Qualification in OT Current AHP with UK HCPC registration
Desirable
Expertise in the specialist field of paediatrics incorporating a wide range of theory and evidence-based practise. Member of professional body; RCOT Attendance at workshops / seminars in paediatric OT An up-to-date professional portfolio demonstrating reflective learning especially within the neurological field
Experience Essential
Experience of working with people with a wide range of permanent disabilities and short-term illness Experience in working with clients with neurological impairment Experience working with clients from diverse cultures Understanding of cultural differences and their impact on OT provision Experience in working with children Experience working with tertiary or voluntary community-based services
Desirable
Experience working as an occupational therapy assistant. Experience of working in health/social care in the community Experience with the NHS patient information database (e.g.EMIS, SystmOne, RiO). Qualification in working with children Experience of planning and running groups Work in special and mainstream schools Experience of psychosocial aspects of working with families of children with disabilities
Skills & Knowledge Essential
Basic knowledge of the developmental stages of children and young people An ability to use clinical and ethical reasoning skills to analyse and interpret assessment findings, plan and evaluate intervention programme Basic knowledge of common medical conditions and a basic understanding of their impact on functional ability Basic knowledge of legislation relating to child health and education. Ability to reflect on clinical practise and experience An understanding of the boundaries of the Occupational Therapist role Clear & concise written skills with competency in IT skills for video calls, reports, advice/activity suggestions and internet use to access Occupational Therapy related information Candidates should have emotional integrity and demonstrate ability to cope with difficult/highly emotive situations. Ability to problem solve, organise, prioritise and demonstrate sound judgement Good interpersonal skills and ability to adapt. Good understanding of family-centred practice.
Desirable
Experience of teaching/ presentation skills appropriate for teaching professionals and peers in an in-service training setting Basic patient/carer assessment skills. Knowledge of multi-agency services available and processes for referral
Key Attributes Essential
Good organisational skills, ability to prioritise work, and time management Ability to manage own caseload and skill level A commitment to ongoing learning Appropriate level of physical fitness to perform the job (as outlined in the job description) with or without adaptations Ability to assess a situation, identifying any risk or potential problem and act appropriately. Able to accurately report and feedback information to colleagues and others both verbally and in writing. Understanding of the principles of confidentiality Ability to cope with uncertainty and change Able to provide evidence of where you have demonstrated the Trust's Values and Behaviours Able to demonstrate excellence in Customer Service Able to meet the required IT Skills for the post
Desirable
Experience of teaching/presenting to professionals, colleagues or carers
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Central London Community Health Trust
Address Chalkhill Primary Care Centre
London
HA9 9FX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)