CYP Occupational Therapist

Full Job Description attached. The post holder will work within Children and Young Peoples ADHD and Autism diagnostic pathways, providing occupational therapy expertise throughout the assessment process. Responsibilities include: Clinical Assessment • Conducting structured functional and sensory assessments. • Assessing participation, daily living skills, sensory processing and adaptive functioning. • Gathering and integrating information from multiple sources. • Identifying co-occurring developmental and functional needs. • Supporting safe and evidence-based diagnostic decision-making. Report Writing and Communication • Producing clear, accurate and timely clinical reports. • Delivering recommendations that are practical and person-centred. • Communicating findings in a neurodiversity-affirming manner. • Maintaining accurate clinical records and documentation. Governance and Quality • Adhering to HCPC standards and professional codes of practice. • Maintaining safeguarding knowledge and mandatory training requirements. • Participating in supervision, audit, reflective practice and service development. • Working within organisational policies, clinical governance frameworks and information governance requirements. Collaborative Working • Working closely with fellow MDT clinicians, operational teams and external partners. • Supporting effective communication with GPs, schools and partner organisations. • Contributing to continuous service improvement and pathway development. Successful applicants will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to high-quality, person-centred care and ongoing professional development. This role offers an excellent opportunity to shape and strengthen specialist neurodevelopmental assessment services while working within a supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering positive outcomes for children, young people and families. We welcome applications from candidates seeking both full-time and part-time working arrangements. Job description Job responsibilities Full Job Description attached. The post holder will work within Children and Young Peoples ADHD and Autism diagnostic pathways, providing occupational therapy expertise throughout the assessment process. Responsibilities include: Clinical Assessment • Conducting structured functional and sensory assessments. • Assessing participation, daily living skills, sensory processing and adaptive functioning. • Gathering and integrating information from multiple sources. • Identifying co-occurring developmental and functional needs. • Supporting safe and evidence-based diagnostic decision-making. Report Writing and Communication • Producing clear, accurate and timely clinical reports. • Delivering recommendations that are practical and person-centred. • Communicating findings in a neurodiversity-affirming manner. • Maintaining accurate clinical records and documentation. Governance and Quality • Adhering to HCPC standards and professional codes of practice. • Maintaining safeguarding knowledge and mandatory training requirements. • Participating in supervision, audit, reflective practice and service development. • Working within organisational policies, clinical governance frameworks and information governance requirements. Collaborative Working • Working closely with fellow MDT clinicians, operational teams and external partners. • Supporting effective communication with GPs, schools and partner organisations. • Contributing to continuous service improvement and pathway development. Successful applicants will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to high-quality, person-centred care and ongoing professional development. This role offers an excellent opportunity to shape and strengthen specialist neurodevelopmental assessment services while working within a supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering positive outcomes for children, young people and families. We welcome applications from candidates seeking both full-time and part-time working arrangements.