Highly Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist

We are seeking a passionate, innovative, and skilled Band 7 Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic paediatric team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a service that is deeply committed to evidence-based practice (EBP), quality improvement, and service innovation, where excellence is embedded in everyday clinical delivery. You will join a highly experienced and supportive team with a strong reputation for advancing practice locally and nationally. Our clinicians have presented at national conferences, sharing pioneering work in:

• Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) assessment and intervention
• Parent Coaching interventions
We are proud to be at the forefront of shaping best practice, contributing to the wider occupational therapy profession, and continuously evolving our service in line with RCOT guidance, SEND reforms, and the Experts at Hand model., As part of ourBand 7 Leadership Team, you will work alongside theClinical Lead Occupational Therapist, playing an integral role indriving changeand shaping the future of paediatric therapy services in theLondon Borough of Newham. You will have the opportunity to make a real impact, not only within our service but in the broader healthcare landscape, contributing to the development of services that support our diverse community. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking, dynamic team that is committed toinnovation, collaboration, and making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families., An amazing working environment, with a warm, welcoming and supportive team of OTs and OTAs who bring experiences from all over the world. 1:1 monthly supervision, appraisal and CPD Working as part of a Leadership Team Team learning programme Protected service development time and regular team away days Opportunity to supervise and develop junior staff Bi-monthly team meetings Ongoing clinical skills development, MDT working Opportunity to be involved in service improvement Involvement in audit and quality improvement Join us, and together, we will continue tolead the wayin paediatric Occupational Therapy, enhancing lives and creating positive change across Newham. Take a look at our website to find out more. https://www.elft.nhs.uk/scyps/our-services/occupational-therapy

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.