Bank Occupational Therapist -NE

Join our team as a Bank Occupational Therapist at HCRG Care Group
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We are looking for a compassionate, motivated occupational therapist to support our Children’s Community Health Team, providing high‑quality assessment, diagnosis, and intervention to children and families.

• Flexible Shift Booking – Self‑book bank shifts and request time off up to six weeks in advance for a better work‑life balance.
• Wagestream Access – Track and access earned wages anytime, avoiding high‑interest loans or overdrafts.
• Professional Growth – Gain experience across various services, access free training, and join our Strive for Better professional network.
• 24/7 Well‑being Support – Free counselling, legal advice, financial guidance, and career coaching.
• Innovative Culture – 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 – Be part of a team with "Good" or "Outstanding" CQC‑rated services.

• Carrying out high‑quality ADOS assessments as part of a Multi‑Disciplinary Team (MDT) for children and young people.
• 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 to ensure comprehensive care.
• Provide sensitive and effective communication with children and their families, adapting to their needs and circumstances.
• 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.

• Knowledge/training in ASD strategies and interventions e.g. PECS, SCERTS, ADOS.
• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Registered and compliant with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Evidence of Post‑graduate training or equivalent experience relevant to speciality such as child development, autism, ADHD, neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Demonstrable post‑registration experience of working with children in a similar area of paediatric practice.
• Experience of using a range of assessments and treatment methods.

• Member of BAPT.
• Membership of a special interest group.
• Clinical Educator qualification.
• Experience working in a community setting delivering children’s occupational therapy services.

Other requirements: the successful applicant will need to be a car driver.

Please see attached job description for full personal specification.