Senior Occupational Therapist - CFHD
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
EXETER, EX2 7FW · BARNSTAPLE, EX31 3UD · TOTNES, TQ9 6JD
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
1 September 2026
1 days left
Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen within Children and Family Health Devon's (CFHD) Integrated Physical & Sensory Pathway for a Band 6 Occupational Th...
The role involves managing a varied caseload of children and young people from primary school age through to Year 13, delivering interventions in schools, homes, clinics and community settings across Devon. Interventions range from regular treatment programmes to review and advisory work, depending on the provision specified within an individual's EHCP.
Many of the children and young people supported by the team experience sensory processing differences. Our practice is informed by sensory integration principles where appropriate and is combined with a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches that focus on participation, school occupations and the development of independence and functional life skills. Sensory Integration training is welcomed but is not essential, and we actively support staff to develop specialist knowledge and skills.
In return, we offer
- Regular supervision and support from experienced clinicians
- Opportunities to develop specialist paediatric occupational therapy skills
- Access to training and continuing professional development
- Flexible and supportive team working
- A varied and rewarding caseload
- The opportunity to work within an integrated therapy service alongside Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Speech and Language Therapists
If you are looking for a role where you can develop your intervention skills, make a genuine difference to children and young people's lives and be part of a welcoming and innovative team, we would love to hear from you.
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.
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
- Extensive knowledge of Occupational Therapy models of practice and specialist approaches
- Extensive knowledge of legislation affecting clinical practice such as manual handling, housing and SEND
- Knowledge and experience of a wide range of Occupational Therapy therapeutic interventions for children and young people including but not inclusive to manual handling, specialist equipment, 24-hour postural management, fine motor, sensory differences and housing adaptations.
- Knowledge of a wide range of Occupational Therapy assessment tools appropriate to meet a wide range of needs in the paediatric population
- Knowledge and use of evidence-based practice and outcome measures
- Well-developed knowledge and understanding of legislation around SEND
- Knowledge of normal child development and a broad range of paediatric conditions.
- Substantial clinical experience in a range of childrens OT assessment and interventions
- Community based Childrens Occupational Therapy experience
- Experience of working with a paediatric client group
- Evidence of working as an autonomous practitioner
- Developed skills in working with individuals and families with physical and sensory needs
Desirable
- Research skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC registration
- Diploma level specialist training or experience
- Good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Post-graduate certified courses specific to childrens needs (e.g. Sensory training; ADOS, 3di etc)
- Membership of professional body (RCOT)
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
20 August 2026
Last checked
21 August 2026
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