Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Sanctuary Personnel; London Borough of Bromley; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full time

Hourly pay

Diverse environments

Professional development

Networking opportunities

Meaningful impact

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is recruiting a Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist in Hayes, UK. This full-time, ongoing role is offered on an initial three-month contract with a competitive rate of up to £27.00 per hour.

You will deliver specialist paediatric OT services across schools, clinics, and family homes, helping children reach their full potential. You will work with other therapists and educational staff, complete EHCP assessments, and maintain clear clinical records using SystmOne.

Qualifications

• Qualified OT with HCPC registration and a degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Experience delivering paediatric occupational therapy in community settings.
• Experience contributing to EHCP assessments and writing reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct specialist paediatric OT assessments and deliver interventions.
• Manage a complex paediatric caseload across community settings.
• Develop and review tailored therapy programmes and care packages.
• Provide EHCP assessments and detailed professional reports.
• Collaborate with parents, schools, and health professionals.
• Maintain accurate clinical records using SystmOne.
• Support service development and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Paediatric experience

Team collaboration

SystmOne

Report writing

Education

HCPC registration

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

SystmOne

Job description

Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Job Title: Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Specialism: AHP – Occupational Therapy
Location: Hayes, UK
Salary: Up to £27.00 per hour
Type: Full Time (Ongoing)

Join us as a Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist within AHP – Occupational Therapy in Hayes, UK. This exciting ongoing opportunity offers a competitive rate of up to £27.00 per hour and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Working full-time on an initial three-month contract, you will deliver specialist Occupational Therapy services across a variety of community settings, supporting children to achieve their full potential.

If you are passionate about paediatric Occupational Therapy and enjoy working within diverse and rewarding environments, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Enjoy the consistency and stability of a full-time position while making a positive impact on children and families.
• Hourly Pay: Earn up to £27.00 per hour, rewarding your skills, knowledge, and experience.
• Diverse Work Environment: Work across schools, clinics, community venues, and home settings, ensuring no two days are the same.
• Professional Development: Enhance your expertise through multidisciplinary working and exposure to a varied paediatric caseload.
• Networking Opportunities: Build valuable relationships with healthcare professionals across multiple disciplines.
• Meaningful Impact: Play a key role in helping children and young people achieve greater independence and developmental progress.

What you will do

• Conduct specialist Occupational Therapy assessments and deliver targeted interventions for children and young people.
• Independently manage a complex paediatric caseload across a range of community settings.
• Develop, implement, and review tailored therapy programmes and packages of care.
• Support children experiencing functional, sensory, developmental, and motor difficulties.
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) assessments and provide detailed professional reports.
• Deliver advice, guidance, and training to parents, carers, schools, and educational staff.
• Work collaboratively with Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Paediatricians, teachers, and other professionals.
• Promote independence, participation, and positive outcomes for children and young people.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical records using SystmOne.
• Participate in service development and quality improvement initiatives where appropriate.

Requirements

• Professional Qualification: Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC Registration: Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council.
• Paediatric Experience: Previous experience working within paediatric Occupational Therapy services.
• EHCP Knowledge: Experience contributing to Education, Health and Care Plan assessments and reports.
• Community Experience: Ability to work across a range of community settings, including schools and family homes.
• Clinical Skills: Strong assessment, treatment planning, and clinical reasoning abilities.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal, report-writing, and partnership-working skills.
• IT Skills: Experience using electronic record systems, ideally SystmOne.

Why Hayes

Hayes offers the perfect combination of urban convenience and community living. With excellent transport links into Central London, a diverse and welcoming population, plenty of green spaces, and a wide range of local amenities, Hayes provides an excellent environment for both professional growth and personal enjoyment. Its strong community spirit and accessibility make it a fantastic place to live and work.