Occupational Therapist

Children's Occupational Therapist - Disability Team

Are you a dedicated healthcare professional with a passion for paediatric care? We are currently seeking an experienced Locum Children's Occupational Therapist to join a specialised Disability Team in the Leeds area. In this role, you will manage a complex caseload, providing essential support to children with diverse physical and behavioural needs. This is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of families within our community.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children in their home environments to identify physical and behavioural needs.
• Provide expert recommendations for specialist equipment and perform complex moving and handling assessments.
• Design and oversee major home adaptations to improve accessibility and quality of life.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, families, and stakeholders to ensure holistic support.
• Maintain a steadfast commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy and current registration with the HCPC.
• Proven experience in paediatric occupational therapy, specifically regarding specialist equipment and major adaptations.
• Advanced clinical reasoning skills and the ability to make sound, independent judgements.
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills with a collaborative "can-do" approach.
• Ability to travel independently by car and possession of a clear DBS check.

Position Details

This full-time position consists of 37 hours per week (08:30 - 17:00). The team operate a professional hybrid working pattern between home and office.

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Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

experience

Children services

skills

be able to manage challenging situations

qualifications

college

education

Degree in health and social care