Job summary
We are delighted to offer an opportunity for a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our supportive Children's Occupational Therapy Service across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. You will work with children and young people aged 0-19 years with physical disabilities and motor coordination difficulties, delivering assessments and interventions in homes, schools, clinics and community settings.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will support children to maximise their independence, participation and quality of life while collaborating with families, schools and partner agencies. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist looking to develop their skills within a friendly, innovative and child-centred service.

Working across homes, schools, nurseries and clinics, they will manage a caseload, deliver evidence-based interventions and support children to maximise their independence, participation and achievement in everyday activities.

The role includes working collaboratively with families, education staff and multidisciplinary colleagues, providing advice and training, assessing for specialist equipment, and contributing to the development of universal and targeted support resources for schools.

You will maintain accurate clinical records, contribute to service development and quality improvement activities, and participate in regular supervision and professional development.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver occupational therapy assessment, treatment and review for children and young people aged 0-19 years.
• Work across homes, schools, clinics and community settings to support participation, independence and wellbeing.
• Develop and implement evidence-based programmes tailored to individual needs.
• Work collaboratively with families, schools and multidisciplinary colleagues to achieve positive outcomes.
• Assess and recommend equipment and provide advice, training and support to education staff.
• Contribute to service development, resource creation and quality improvement initiatives.

About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please note: If you use Artificial Intelligence (AI) as part of your application, we encourage you to review the Trust's guidance on the use of AI within the recruitment process. Further information can be found on Join Us :: Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust or www.mpft.nhs.uk/joinus

Details
Date posted
11 September 2026

Pay scheme
Agenda for change

Band
Band 5

Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
per annum

Contract
Permanent

Working pattern
Full-time

Reference number
301-LBG-26-8265124

Job locations
The Bridge.
St Georges Parkway
Stafford
ST16 3NE
United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details on the main responsibilities for this role.

Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details on the main responsibilities for this role.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Evidence of commitment to CPD

Desirable

• Childcare qualification

Experience
Essential

• Relevant experience /placements to the role
• Experience of managing a caseload
• Experience of working in a MDT

Desirable

• Experience of working with children as an OT or OT student

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).

Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address
The Bridge.
St Georges Parkway
Stafford
ST16 3NE
United Kingdom

Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Team Leader
Amanda Whitehouse
amanda.whitehouse@mpft.nhs.uk
01782427450

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.