Bank Occupational Therapist - NW

Job Overview

Band 5 Occupational Therapist – Bank – Children's Community Health Team at HCRG Care Group.

• Flexible Shift Booking – Self‑book bank shifts and request time off up to six weeks in advance.
• Wagestream Access – Track and access earned wages anytime.
• Professional Growth – Free training and access to the Strive for Better professional network.
• 24/7 Well‑being Support – Free counselling, legal advice, financial guidance and career coaching.
• Innovative Culture – Opportunities to share ideas, apply for national funding and contribute to service improvements.
• Recognition & Engagement – Nominate colleagues for awards and participate in executive Q&A sessions.
• Commitment to Excellence – Work within services rated Good or Outstanding by CQC.

• Carry out high‑quality school‑based assessments as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Assess and provide tailored advice and interventions for children with diverse needs.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans in collaboration with families and carers.
• Recommend and support the use of specialist equipment for home and school settings.
• Liaise with professionals across health, education, social care and voluntary sectors.
• Provide sensitive and effective communication with children and their families.
• Contribute to team performance targets and participate in supervision, training and team meetings.
• Assist with prioritising treatment goals for children with complex needs or terminal illnesses, ensuring appropriate discharge planning and referrals.

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy with HCPC registration.
• Knowledge or training in ASD strategies/interventions (e.g. PECS, SCERTS, ADOS).
• Post‑graduate training or equivalent experience in child development, ASD, ADHD or other neuro‑developmental conditions.
• Experience working with children in a similar paediatric setting.
• Confidence in using a variety of assessments and treatment approaches.

• Membership of BAOT or a Special Interest Group.
• Clinical Educator qualification.
• Experience delivering community‑based children’s OT services.

Driving licence required.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.