Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our innovative community based team working across Coventry. We have 1 Rotational position starting in Children's Physical Health, but also including rotations in Adult Mental Health and Learning Disabilities. We invite applicants interested in both full and part time permanent employment (minimum 30 hours).

We are seeking a motivated individual with a keen interest in working with children, who is committed to the development of our paediatric service. You will also need to have an Occupational Therapy qualification and HCPC registration.

We have developed specialist areas within Early Intervention, Complex Physical Disability and in our Hand and Upper limb service. We are committed to professional development and evidence based practice, offering regular in-service training and peer group / one to one supervision. Internal and external courses are also supported.

Car owner/driver essential as it is unlikely that public transport will meet the needs of this job.

Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

The post is subject to a DBS.

Main duties of the job
For more information on this role please see the attached support information. This will give you a better overview of the role and requirements.

About us
At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.

We put 'people at our heart'; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.

These include:

• 12-month preceptorship
• generous annual leave entitlement which increases during your time with us
• flexible working opportunities
• relocation packages
• excellent learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeship frameworks, distance learning, internal training, coaching and mentoring, and much more
• salary sacrifice schemes for lease car/ vehicle, Cycle to Work, home and electronics, gym membership and more
• discounts with a range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues through our Employee Assistance Programme and NHS discount schemes
• wellbeing support, including an in-house counselling service, external helpline and more
• staff networks and support groups

We're always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect.

Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached JD / PS for further information
You will need to have an Occupational Therapy qualification and HCPC registration and will need to demonstrate flexibility and initiative, to work as part of a Multidisciplinary and Multi Agency Team.

Car owner/driver essential as it is unlikely that public transport will meet the needs of this job.

Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

The post is subject to a DBS.

Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential

• Occupational Therapy degree or equivalent
• Registration with Health Professions Council (either complete or in process)

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Essential

• Good written communication
• Good IT skills

EXPERIENCE
Essential

• Previous relevant experience working with children
• Evidence of transferable OT skills

OTHER
Essential

• Car driver/owner

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.