• Job Description

  Req#: C9391-25-1339?language=en&page=323&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  The Universal service was set up to improve outcomes for children 0-5 years living in Enfield by improving access to allied health services.There is a particular focus on reducing inequalities and focusing services within areas of Enfield most affected. This is done through drop in clinic, outreach work and training. The universal team is made up of (but is not limited to) speech and language therapists (SLT), occupational therapists (OT), physiotherapists, Early years practitioners, and administrators. We are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic OT, with an interest in working with children and addressing health inequalities, to join our lovely team.

  Main duties of the job

  The successful candidate will work as part of the multidisciplinary Universal team for children 0-5. The role will include running drop-in clinics, screening young children and providing appropriate advice and or onward referrals, liaising with other teams e.g. NHS, Enfield council and voluntary council. The role will also include working with the MDT on outreach projects and delivering training to the wider community.

  The post holder will have a role in the development, planning and provision of universal and targeted support within Enfield.

  The post holder will be responsible for fostering strong relationships and facilitating communication between the Universal Team and other services such as the the CommunityOT Team, to optimise service delivery. Additionally, you will participate in service improvement initiatives and contribute to quality enhancement efforts within the team. In all the work that you do, you will be expected to represent the role of Occupational Therapy, to colleagues, professionals and families, to ensure that the support offered within the team truly represents the multidisciplinary expertise represented. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that all aspects of service provision adhere to relevant performance standards, including safety, effectiveness, and efficiency.

  About us

  The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

  Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

  For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

  Details

  Date posted

  07 July 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 6

  Salary

  £42,939 to £50,697 a year pro-data per annum inclusive of HCAS

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Part-time

  Reference number

  391-NMUH-7178431-A

  Job locations

  Cedar House St Michaels site

  Gator drive

  Enfield

  EN2 0JB

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

  Person Specification

  Royal Free World Class Values

  Essential

  • Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

  Education & Qualifications

  Essential

  • Degree in Occupational therapy
  • HPC Registration

  Desirable

  • Member of RCOT
  • Evidence of CPD including attendance at appropriate postgraduate, specialist short courses relevant to paediatric OT and or public health

  Experience

  Essential

  • Previous experience in paediatric OT in a variety of settings including schools, community and or hospital
  • To demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Valuing Diversity, cultural practices and how to incorporate the needs of people from different ethnic/cultural communities into OT interventions
  • Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
  • Experience of working with a range of children with special needs and relevant Occupational Therapy approaches

  Desirable

  • Experience of universal services and population health
  • Experience of running groups with children
  • A knowledge of relevant policies and documents, e.g. Early Years Framework, SEN reforms

  Personal Quals & Attributes

  Essential

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Flexible and team player
  • Able to make own effective travel arrangements

  Skills and aptitudes

  Essential

  • Able to construct clear care plans differentiating appropriate therapy from a range of options, based on analysis of information from assessment
  • Confidence and experience in delivering training.
  • Some understanding of the difference between Universal, Targeted and Specialist service provision.
  • Able to organise, plan and prioritise own workload. Demonstrates ability to generate appropriate strategies for caseload management
  • Proven ability to work as part of a team
  • Demonstrates empathy with clients, carers and families often where barriers to understanding exist ensuring that effective communication is achieved.

  Desirable

  • Ability to speak another language

  Person Specification

  Royal Free World Class Values

  Essential

  • Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

  Education & Qualifications

  Essential

  • Degree in Occupational therapy
  • HPC Registration

  Desirable

  • Member of RCOT
  • Evidence of CPD including attendance at appropriate postgraduate, specialist short courses relevant to paediatric OT and or public health

  Experience

  Essential

  • Previous experience in paediatric OT in a variety of settings including schools, community and or hospital
  • To demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Valuing Diversity, cultural practices and how to incorporate the needs of people from different ethnic/cultural communities into OT interventions
  • Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
  • Experience of working with a range of children with special needs and relevant Occupational Therapy approaches

  Desirable

  • Experience of universal services and population health
  • Experience of running groups with children
  • A knowledge of relevant policies and documents, e.g. Early Years Framework, SEN reforms

  Personal Quals & Attributes

  Essential

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Flexible and team player
  • Able to make own effective travel arrangements

  Skills and aptitudes

  Essential

  • Able to construct clear care plans differentiating appropriate therapy from a range of options, based on analysis of information from assessment
  • Confidence and experience in delivering training.
  • Some understanding of the difference between Universal, Targeted and Specialist service provision.
  • Able to organise, plan and prioritise own workload. Demonstrates ability to generate appropriate strategies for caseload management
  • Proven ability to work as part of a team
  • Demonstrates empathy with clients, carers and families often where barriers to understanding exist ensuring that effective communication is achieved.

  Desirable

  • Ability to speak another language

  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.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  UK Registration

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

  Additional information

  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.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  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

  Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Cedar House St Michaels site

  Gator drive

  Enfield

  EN2 0JB

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Cedar House St Michaels site

  Gator drive

  Enfield

  EN2 0JB

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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