Occupational Therapist - Children With Disabilities Team in Reading, Berkshire

Job Title: Occupational Therapist – Children with Disabilities Team
Specialism: AHP – Occupational Therapy
Location: Reading, UK
Salary: Up to £300.57 per day
Type: Ongoing, Full Time

Occupational Therapist within the Children with Disabilities Team in Reading, earning up to £300.57 per day. This exciting ongoing locum opportunity offers the chance to work within a specialist service supporting children and young people with disabilities. Ideal for an experienced Occupational Therapist, this role focuses on delivering high-quality assessments, equipment provision, and adaptation recommendations that promote independence, safety, and positive outcomes for children and their families.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Benefit from the consistency and stability of a full-time role while making a meaningful impact every day.
• Daily Pay: Earn up to £300.57 per day, providing excellent financial reward for your expertise and commitment.
• Professional Growth: Develop your skills within a specialist children's service and broaden your clinical experience.
• Flexible Working Arrangements: Enjoy flexibility that supports a healthy work-life balance and personal commitments.
• Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with a range of professionals across health, education, housing, and social care services.
• Meaningful Work: Help improve the lives of children and young people by promoting independence and accessibility.

What you will do

• Assessment: Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy assessments for children and young people with disabilities.
• Equipment Provision: Assess, recommend, and review specialist equipment to support independence and safety.
• Adaptations: Provide recommendations and oversee the provision of minor adaptations to meet individual needs.
• Intervention Planning: Develop personalised action and intervention plans designed to maximise independence and minimise risk.
• Multi-Agency Working: Work closely with families, schools, healthcare professionals, and partner agencies to deliver holistic support.
• Risk Management: Identify risks and implement practical solutions that promote wellbeing and accessibility.
• Review and Monitoring: Monitor outcomes and review interventions to ensure they remain effective and appropriate.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records, reports, and assessments in accordance with HCPC standards and organisational policies.
• Family Support: Provide advice and guidance to families and carers to help them access appropriate resources and services.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Occupational Therapy Qualification: Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Registration: Current HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Children's Services Experience: Previous experience working with children and young people with disabilities and additional needs.
• Assessment Skills: Strong experience undertaking equipment assessments and adaptation recommendations.
• Knowledge: Understanding of disability, child development, and person-centred practice.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Multi-Agency Working: Proven ability to work collaboratively with families and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Organisational Skills: Ability to manage a varied caseload and meet deadlines effectively.

Why Reading

Reading is a thriving and diverse town that combines rich history with a modern and vibrant lifestyle. Offering excellent transport links, a bustling town centre, beautiful parks, and a wide range of cultural and leisure activities, Reading provides an outstanding quality of life. With easy access to London and the surrounding countryside, it is an ideal location for both professional development and personal enjoyment.

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Take the next step in your Occupational Therapy career and join the Children with Disabilities Team in Reading with Sanctuary Personnel.