Locum Band 6 Children's Community Occupational Therapist

Locum Band 6 Children's Community Occupational Therapist Location: Leyland, PR26 Contract: Locum – Full-time, Mon-Fri 08:30-16:30 Hourly Rate: £26 per hour Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3–6 months (with potential extension) We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join a Children’s Community Therapy Team on a locum basis. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, child-centred occupational therapy services in homes, clinics, schools, and early years settings. This is an excellent opportunity for a therapist who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with developmental, physical, and/or sensory needs. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive assessments of children with a range of needs including developmental delays, physical disabilities, and sensory integration difficulties Develop and deliver individualised treatment plans in collaboration with families, schools, and multidisciplinary teams Provide recommendations and training for adaptive equipment, access, and environmental modifications Support children’s participation in daily living, play, and school activities Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with service protocols Participate in service development initiatives and attend regular MDT meetings Client group (age group and diagnosis) Children with motor coordination difficulties (diagnosis of DCD, ASD, ADHD, co-morbidities)- generally 5- teenage years Potentially children with rheumatology issues affecting hand function- generally 5-teenage years Potentially children with behaviour that challenges- with a focus on adapting the environment to make it safe – generally 3 / 4 years ply Potentially children with neurological and genetic conditions – equipment assessment and reviews Specific Assessments Used Range of departmental paperwork and standardised assessment including: Initial assessment forms Risk assessment paperwork BOT DASH VMI Clinical observations Oxford 24/7 postural management- presenting postures and critical measures Triage conversations with family re: appropriateness and timeliness for our involvement (departmental proforma for this) Telephone consultations with parents to capture current situation, strengths, areas of concern, priorities and goals- signposting to universal and targeted resources as appropriate (departmental proforma and resources for this). Based at Leyland House – covering Chorley and South Ribble area, including clinic based, school, home visits etc. Requirements HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist Minimum of 12 months’ paediatric experience in a community, educational, or clinical setting Solid understanding of child development and therapeutic interventions Strong communication and case management skills Car driver with access to a vehicle (community visits required) Enhanced DBS clearance (mandatory)

Location: Farington, GB

Posted Date: 5/8/2025