Occupational Therapist (Experts at Hand) - CFHD
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
BARNSTAPLE, EX31 3UDView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
23 October 2026
4 days leftJob description
Exciting Children's Occupational Therapy Opportunities in Devon! Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD) are seeking enthusiastic and motivated Occupa...
As a Band 5 Occupational Therapist you will:
- Assess, advise and provide intervention for
children and young people with functional, developmental and sensory processing
needs.
- Manage a defined caseload under the supervision of senior Occupational
Therapists.
- Work collaboratively with children, families, educational settings and
partner agencies to support participation, independence and achievement of
goals.
- Provide advice, support and training to parents, carers, schools and
professionals.
- Contribute to delivery of the Experts at Hand model by supporting inclusive
practice and capacity building within education settings.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team alongside Occupational Therapists
Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists and Specialist Practitioners.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and work in line with professional
organisational and legal requirements.
Participate in supervision, mandatory training and continuing professional
development activities.
- Contribute to service development, quality improvement and evaluation of
outcomes.
Promote safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people at all
times.
At Children and Family Health Devon, we are dedicated to
improving the physical and mental health of children and young people across
Devon and Torbay. We aim to create an environment where children and young
people can thrive and are committed to reducing health inequalities and
providing specialised support, empowering them to lead healthy, fulfilling
lives.
Our children and
young people say
We would like the
people who work for Children and Family Health Devon to be understanding,
patient and respectful. They should be trustworthy and make us feel safe and
comfortable. It is important that they use their skills and experience to
listen carefully in a non-patronising and non-judgemental way. When staff are
positive and friendly, they help to create an environment that is informal and
without pressure.
Who we are
We are an alliance of NHS organisations led by Devon
Partnership Trust. We are a group of professionals including psychologists,
psychiatrists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists,
physiotherapists, nurses and many other professions.
Join us in
beautiful Devon
With access to moors, sea and cities, there are plenty of
opportunities to enjoy Devon. Whether you enjoy spending time in the cultural
hub of Exeter, exploring the Jurassic coastline or discovering the world
surfing reserve in North Devon there really is something for everyone.
Qualifications
Essential: - Degree in Occupational Therapy; - HCPC registration; - Evidence of significant and relevant CPD; - Good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable: - Member of professional Body (RCOT)
Experience
Essential
- To work within trust clinical guidelines and Royal College of OT and HCPC standards. To have working knowledge of national and local standards and monitor own quality and safety of practice
- Knowledge of Occupational Therapy models of practice and how they can be implemented
- Knowledge of a wide range of Occupational Therapy assessment tools relevant to a broad range of identified needs in the paediatric population
- Knowledge and use of Occupational Therapy evidence-based practice and outcome measures
- Knowledge of legislation affecting clinical practice e.g. SEND
- Knowledge of normal child development and a broad range of paediatric conditions
- Community based Occupational Therapy experience
- Experience of working with children/young people and families
Desirable: - Evidence of working as an autonomous practitioner; - Experience of working with individuals and families with communication needs
How to apply
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Provenance
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First seen
7 October 2026
Last checked
8 October 2026
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