About this role
Job summary
Children's Occupational Therapy Assistant
£33,262 - £36,027 Inclusive HCAS pa pro rata
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Bromley Healthcare's Children's Occupational Therapy team. Working alongside qualified Occupational Therapists, you will support children and young people to develop independence, participation and functional skills within education settings. The role forms part of Bromley's Experts at Hand (EaH) model, a key element of the borough's SEND reform programme. EaH is a nationally recognised approach that brings specialist expertise directly into mainstream schools and early years settings, helping education staff build confidence, capacity and inclusive practice.
The model focuses on early identification, timely intervention and improved outcomes for children and young people with additional needs. Working under the supervision of qualified Occupational Therapists, you will deliver therapeutic programmes, model strategies within classrooms, support group interventions, prepare resources, collect outcome data and contribute to training activities. You will support schools to implement the EaH offer and embed occupational therapy approaches into everyday practice.
The post requires close collaboration with education staff, families and multidisciplinary colleagues across health, education and social care, helping children and young people access the right support at the right time while promoting participation, independence and inclusion.
Main duties of the job
- ToassistOccupational therapists by engaging in assessment and intervention sessions focusing on activities of daily living as directed by the therapist.
- To carryout sessions independently, which may be visits to homes,schoolsand nurseries, to providesupport and carryover of strategies as needed. This includes modelling the use of resources and advice, complete task analysis, and reviewing goals with the Occupational Therapist.
- To facilitate and support group interventions and deliver interventions provided by the Occupational Therapy service, under the E@H offer. This will be under the direction of the therapist but completed independently without direct supervision.
- To manage the treatment of children as delegated by the therapist often working without direct supervision, and responsible forengaging and motivating children,monitoring patient progress,modifying therapyprogrammesand approaches, and reporting back to the therapist of any changes or seeking advice as appropriate.
- To employappropriate approachestosupport school and nursery staff to follow advice andencourage others toengage in more inclusive andneurodiverse practices.
- To aid the therapist in the preparation and management of intervention groups forchildren.
Interviews expected to be held week commencing 9th Nov 26
About us
Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups.
Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point.
We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description & person specification relating to the role of Children's Occupational Therapist
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to A level Standard / NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
- GCSE grade A-C or equivalent level of literacy and spoken English
Desirable
- Care Certificate
Training
Essential
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Training relating to children's health or education.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children in education or healthcare settings.
- Experience of working in a team environment.
- Experience of running groups/facilitating sessions.
Desirable
- Knowledge of child development, conditions and impact on participation and function.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Bromley Healthcare CIC
Address
Phoenix CRC
Masons Hill
Bromley
BR2 9JG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.bromleyhealthcare.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)