Occupational Therapist

Hopscotch Children's Therapy Centre; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 General Practitioner access

Wellbeing resources

funded Ayres Sensory Integration®培训

Job summary

Hopscotch Children's Therapy Centre in Central London seeks a Full-time Associate Occupational Therapist to deliver sensory integration‑based therapy for children aged 6 months to 25 years. You will conduct assessments, plan interventions, and communicate progress to families and schools.

The role offers ongoing professional development, supervision, and access to Ayres Sensory Integration training, with collaboration across Speech and Language, Psychology and Education teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC Registration.
• Certificate in sensory integration desirable; commitment to ASI qualification welcomed.
• Experience in paediatric occupational therapy; new graduates with paediatric placement welcome.

Responsibilities

• Autonomously manage a caseload of children with neurodevelopmental needs and physical challenges.
• Conduct high-quality assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions based on sensory integration.
• Produce clear reports for EHCP, tribunals and clinical purposes.
• Deliver home and school recommendations to support children across environments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and participate in service development.

Skills

Sensory Integration

Paediatric Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Central London, SouthEast WC1, United Kingdom

Full-time Permanent Associate

Posted 19 Oct 2026

Description

About Us:

Our Occupational Therapy service is committed to providing high-quality assessments and interventions to children in the heart of London. Sensory integration is at the core of our clinic’s practice, and we specialise in helping children and young people aged 6 months to 25 years with physical, developmental, social communication, and other specific difficulties engage in meaningful occupations. Ayres Sensory Integration® (ASI®) is central to our clinical identity, and our Clinic Director is an internationally recognised SI trainer and practitioner.

Training and Development:

As part of our commitment to professional growth, we offer a comprehensive onboarding programme to help new team members settle into our practices and protocols. You will also benefit from:

• Access to a two-year Ayres Sensory Integration® training programme
• Sensory integration training delivered directly by our Clinic Director
• Ongoing clinical supervision from your Senior Occupational Therapist
• Peer reflection and multidisciplinary learning opportunities
• CPD funding and support for specialist training

Key Responsibilities:

• Autonomously manage a caseload of children with a range of neurodevelopmental and physical needs, achieving therapy goals and targets established during assessments
• Conduct high-quality assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions grounded in sensory integration principles
• Produce clear, well-structured reports for EHCP, tribunal, and clinical purposes
• Deliver home and school recommendations and implement interventions to support children across various environments
• Communicate therapy plans and progress effectively to parents and professionals
• Conduct online therapy sessions for clients unable to attend in person
• Collaborate with our multidisciplinary team, including Speech and Language Therapists, Psychologists, Educators, and Administrative Staff
• Participate in the strategic development of therapeutic services during multidisciplinary meetings
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in line with HCPC standards and clinic protocols
• Adhere to safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection standards at all times

Necessary Attributes:

• Education & Registration: A Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy and current HCPC registration
• Sensory Integration: A certificate in sensory integration is desirable; a commitment to pursuing formal ASI® qualification is welcomed
• Experience: Previous experience in paediatric occupational therapy. Newly qualified therapists with a strong paediatric placement history are encouraged to apply
• Work Eligibility: Eligibility to work in the UK (sponsorship may be available if required)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a 24/7 General Practitioner, available for you, your partner, and children
• 24/7 helpline for stress, personal issues, bereavement, and emotional support, including counselling sessions
• Financial support and confidential money advice services
• Legal Assistance — 24/7 legal support for personal legal issues
• Wellbeing resources including online wellbeing checks and mindfulness content
• Carer support for those caring for elderly or neurodiverse family members
• Fitness discounts, including access to over 3,600 health clubs
• Lifestyle discounts across a wide range of categories
• Funded Ayres Sensory Integration® training delivered by our Clinic Director

Why Join Us?

We offer a vibrant, specialist environment where you can develop your clinical skills alongside leading experts in sensory integration and paediatric therapy. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated therapist to deliver high-quality care, grow as a professional, and be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about making a difference in children’s lives.

Company Overview

Hopscotch Children's Therapy Centre is a specialist paediatric clinic in central London, delivering Sensory Integration, Occupational Therapy, and Speech and Language Therapy to children with neurodevelopmental differences including autism, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and dyspraxia. We support children and their families through EHCP-funded and private pathways, working closely with Local Authorities, schools, and multidisciplinary professionals. We are in an active phase of growth, expanding our clinical team and developing an Alternative Education Provision at our adjacent premises. As we scale, the way our clinical operations are managed matters more than ever — and this role sits at the heart of that.