Band 7 Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Children In Need Team in Guernsey

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Band 7 Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Children in Need Team

Location: Guernsey, Channel Islands, UK
Salary: £55,579 – £73,085 per annum
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

Are you an experienced and passionate Paediatric Occupational Therapist seeking a role where you can make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people? We are offering an exciting opportunity to join the Children in Need Team within the Children and Family Community Service in the beautiful island setting of Guernsey.

In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of a high-quality Occupational Therapy service across the Bailiwick, supporting children and young people with complex needs from birth to 18 years old. You will work collaboratively with families, carers, and multidisciplinary professionals to achieve meaningful outcomes that promote independence, development, and wellbeing.

Perks and Benefits

• Generous annual salary: £55,579 – £73,085 per annum, reflecting your skills and expertise.

• Full-time weekday hours: Enjoy stability and work-life balance with no weekend commitments.

• Comprehensive annual leave scheme: Ample time to rest, recharge, and explore island life.

• Relocation package: Support to help you settle comfortably into your new role and community.

• Pension scheme: A secure plan designed to safeguard your long-term financial wellbeing.

• Professional development: Access to ongoing training, supervision, and career growth opportunities.

• Island lifestyle: Enjoy a high quality of life surrounded by Guernsey’s natural beauty and welcoming community.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Lead for Children’s Occupational Therapy in delivering an effective and high-quality service.

• Manage a defined caseload of children and young people with complex and varied needs.

• Conduct assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions in homes, schools, and community settings.

• Assess and treat children’s gross and fine motor skills, sensory processing, daily living, and independence skills.

• Advise on and arrange specialist equipment and adaptations for home and school environments.

• Develop and review treatment plans in collaboration with families and multidisciplinary colleagues.

• Contribute to service development, audits, and clinical research to ensure continuous improvement.

• Deliver training sessions to staff, parents, carers, and educators to promote inclusive practice.

• Supervise and support junior staff, students, and volunteers within the service.

• Provide specialist clinical advice and maintain accurate, confidential case records in line with professional standards.

About You

You will be a compassionate and motivated professional with a strong background in paediatric occupational therapy. You will have excellent communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines, and a commitment to providing child-centred, evidence-based care.

Essential Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy (HCPC registration required).

• Significant post-qualification experience in paediatric settings.

• Proven ability to manage a varied caseload and work autonomously.

• Strong understanding of child development, sensory integration, and functional assessment.

• Experience working with children and young people with complex physical, sensory, and developmental needs.

Why Guernsey?

Guernsey offers an exceptional place to live and work, with its picturesque coastlines, close-knit community, and high standard of living. The island combines a relaxed lifestyle with professional opportunity—ideal for those seeking career fulfilment alongside personal wellbeing.

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