Senior Occupational Therapist

Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!

We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.

Introduction

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in children and young people’s lives through Paediatric Community Occupational Therapy?

Join our supportive well-established team, where you will be able to make a meaningful difference in children and young people’s lives enhancing their independence and well-being using your Occupational Therapy skills.  If you are a passionate and dedicated Senior Paediatric Community Occupational Therapist, then join the team and help make a difference today!

What’s the role?

As part of the Paediatric Community Occupational Therapy Team, you will play a vital role in supporting children, young people and their families across Lewisham. As part of a well-established supportive team, you will;

• Manage a varied small complex caseload of children and young people with disabilities
• Provide assessments, equipment, minor and major adaptations
• Work closely with families and the multi-disciplinary teams
• Provide clinical supervision and training to Occupational Therapists 
• Support the Operational Manager in service development

What’s in it for you?

Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Local Government Pension scheme
• Flexible working and family friendly policies
• Season ticket and bicycle loans
• A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
• Supportive staff networks

What we’re looking for

A passionate and motivated experienced Senior Paediatric Community Occupational Therapist with a willingness to grow your knowledge and skills. You will have knowledge and experience of equipment provision, minor and major adaptations, manual handling, risk assessment and supervision of others.