Job Description
🧒 Paediatric Occupational Therapist – MEAP Service (Manchester)
📍 Location: Manchester (city-wide visits)
🕒 Contract Type: Interim | Full-time
💷 Pay: Competitive | Based on experience
🚗 Car driver essential
Are you a dedicated Paediatric Occupational Therapist with a passion for supporting children with complex needs? Manchester Equipment and Adaptations Partnership (MEAP) is currently seeking a skilled OT to join our high-demand, city-wide service.
🌟 About the Role:
You’ll be responsible for:
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Carrying out holistic safety assessments for disabled children across Manchester
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Recommending specialist equipment, major/minor adaptations, and moving & handling solutions
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Working closely with Children’s Services, hospitals, and health professionals
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Managing a monthly caseload with a flexible, responsive approach to visits (including some before/after school)
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Producing clear, professional reports and maintaining accurate digital records
🧠 About You:
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HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist
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Experienced in complex physical and hidden disabilities
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Confident in managing caseloads and delivering bespoke support
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Strong communication and report writing skills
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IT-literate and organised
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Must be a driver with access to a vehicle
🤝 What You’ll Bring:
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Empathy, patience, and resilience
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A collaborative approach and alignment with Manchester values
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The ability to thrive in a busy, high-need environment
Apply now to make a real difference in the lives of Manchester’s children and families.
You must have:
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Post qualified experience.
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Enhanced DBS/Update service.
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References required for the last 5 years of employment.
Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk:
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Free on-going training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you.
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Competitive Rates of pay
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In house payroll, providing weekly payments and support
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Enhanced DBS completed.
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Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated and friendly team
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An assigned dedicated & experienced consultant
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Various employment opportunities in your preferred geographical area
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