Associate Occupational Therapist - Yorkshire

Kirsop-Taylor Healthcare Limited; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 151,536,000 - 206,640,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Self-employed

Travel time paid

Mileage allowance

Job summary

KT Healthcare is seeking an Associate Occupational Therapist to work with children and young people across Yorkshire. You will conduct assessments, deliver interventions, and provide clear reports to support development and participation.

Flexible hours and self-employed opportunities are offered, with travel time paid and mileage reimbursement. You will collaborate with families, schools, and a multidisciplinary team to promote person-centred care.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering occupational therapy to children and young people.
• Strong assessment, reporting and intervention planning skills.
• Excellent communication with families, schools and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Occupational Therapy assessments for children and young people.
• Produce clear clinical reports and practical recommendations.
• Provide targeted interventions to support development and participation.
• Assess functional and sensory needs and plan strategies for independence.
• Collaborate with families, schools and other professionals.

Skills

Paediatric OT experience

Communication skills

Assessment & reporting

Education

Bachelor/Master in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Associate Occupational Therapist – Yorkshire

Location: York and surrounding areas, Yorkshire
Rate: £70 per hour
Travel Time: £40 per hour
Mileage: 55p per mile
Hours: Flexible
Employment Type: Associate / Self-employed

About KT Healthcare

KT Healthcare is a family-owned healthcare provider specialising in neurodevelopmental services, therapies and brain injury rehabilitation. We work closely with local authorities, schools and families to deliver high-quality, person-centred support.

As our Therapies service continues to grow, we are looking for experienced Occupational Therapists to join our associate network and support referrals across Yorkshire.

The Role

Working as an Associate Occupational Therapist, you will provide assessment and intervention for children and young people with a range of developmental, functional and sensory needs.

• Completing Occupational Therapy assessments


• Producing clear clinical reports and practical recommendations


• Providing intervention where appropriate


• Assessing functional skills, sensory processing and participation in everyday activities


• Developing strategies to promote independence and engagement


• Providing advice and recommendations to support home and educational environments


• Liaising with families, schools and other professionals


• Maintaining accurate clinical records

About You

We are looking for experienced Occupational Therapists with a strong understanding of working with children and young people.

Relevant experience may include:

• Autism and ADHD


• Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)


• Sensory processing differences


• Fine and gross motor difficulties


• Functional and daily living skills


• Difficulties with attention, regulation and engagement


• Coordination and motor planning


• Supporting independence at home and in educational settings


• Complex developmental needs

You will be an autonomous clinician with strong communication skills and a commitment to person-centred, evidence-based and neuroaffirming practice.

What We Offer

• £70 per hour clinical rate


• £40 per hour travel time


• 55p per mile mileage


• Flexible opportunities to suit your availability


• Supportive multidisciplinary team


• Ongoing opportunities as our service continues to grow


• A varied caseload