Occupational Therapist London

Acorn Care and Education; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care organization is searching for a Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join their expanding team in London. This role involves assessing children's needs for Education, Health and Care Plans and providing essential interventions. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with families and educational staff to integrate therapeutic goals into daily routines. Multiple positions are available, offering competitive pay up to £55,000, along with comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities. Flexible working across Monday to Saturday is encouraged.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities

5 weeks off in the summer break

22 days of annual leave

CPD day for training

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Family growth support benefits

Discount options in the UK and abroad

Qualifications

• Registration with HCPC and RCOT is essential.
• Recognized degree in occupational therapy is required.
• Experience in paediatric settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess the needs of children for EHCPs.
• Develop and implement intervention plans.
• Collaborate with parents and teachers on care plans.

Skills

HCPC and RCOT registration

Paediatric occupational therapy experience

Experience working within a specialist paediatric setting

Experience working within school settings

Experience completing assessments for Education, Health, and Care Plans

Trauma-Informed care experience

Education

Recognised Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in occupational therapy

Job description

Job Title: Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Location: Regional Role, London - Central and Greater London

Salary: Up to £55,000 FTE, dependent on experience – plus a welcome bonus of £2000 (£1000 after successful completion of 3 months and £1000 after successful completion of probation). All experience levels considered – multiple positions available due to growth.

Hours: 37.5 Hour Week - Flexible working across 6 days (Monday-Saturday).

Contract: Permanent - Summer contract – 50 weeks (5 weeks off in summer break, + 22 days holiday).

About London Children’s Practice

The London Children's Practice is a renowned multidisciplinary hub, with a 15-year legacy of delivering exceptional care to children, young people, and families, both in London and internationally. Our success is built on a foundation of growth, collaboration, diversity, and care, which underpins every aspect of our therapeutic and assessment services. We work in close partnership with schools and Local Authorities, developing tailored packages of support that create meaningful, lasting outcomes.

As part of the Outcomes First Group, a recognised leader in exceptional education, The London Children's Practice works with the OFG Momenta Connect brand. Our partnership helps young people overcome educational barriers, engage with their learning, and embrace their unique strengths to find their path.

With The London Children's Practice entering a significant phase of growth, now is an exciting time for new employees to join and develop professionally.

For more information about the London Children’s Practice, please visit our website:

London's Children's Practice

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and motivated Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our expanding multi-disciplinary team. The role will primarily be school-based, with potential for clinic and remote work.

As a Paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will play a vital role in unlocking students' potential by assessing their needs for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and providing specialised interventions. This is achieved by working collaboratively with parents, carers, multidisciplinary and teaching teams across various school and clinical settings to ensure that interventions are effectively integrated into the young person's daily life. A key function is equipping key adults in that young person's life with the skills to confidently support them in achieving their therapy goals.

In your role you will conduct comprehensive assessments of a child or young person's various developmental or learning needs for EHCPs, develop and implement individualised intervention plans, and collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to integrate these goals into the child or young person's daily environment. The role also involves evaluating intervention effectiveness, providing training and upskilling to key adults, maintaining accurate documentation, and actively participating in multidisciplinary meetings to coordinate care for children and young people with complex needs.

Location: Primarily school-based work with some clinic and remote opportunities available to the right candidate.

Essential Criteria

• HCPC and RCOT registration
• Recognised Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in occupational therapy

Desirable

• Paediatric occupational therapy experience
• Experience working within a specialist paediatric setting
• Experience working within school settings
• Experience completing assessments for Education, Health, and Care Plans
• Specialist CPD and/or training
• Trauma-Informed care experience
• Experience working with paediatric social, emotional and mental health needs

London Children’s Practice – Why Choose Us?

At the London Children’s Practice, we provide exceptional care by investing in our team. Here’s what we offer:

• Ongoing Professional Development: Access training opportunities that support your career growth and interests.
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Support: Prioritise a healthy work‑life balance with our dedicated support services and wellness initiatives.
• Expert Supervision and Mentoring: Work with experienced practitioners who provide guidance for your paediatric occupational therapy journey.
• Structured Clinical Growth: Benefit from regular in‑house training, workshops and supervision to refine your skills.
• Paediatric OT Onboarding Program: Our experienced team offers a dedicated program to help newly qualified or paediatric‑new OTs build core skills.
• Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:

• 5 weeks off in the school summer break
• 22 days of annual leave + years of service allowance
• 1 CPD day to use towards training
• Annual CPD opportunities + Monthly internal CPD provided
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
• Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
• A wide range of health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• 100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover

For more information about this role please refer to the Job Description and Job Pack.

At LCP, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of people. All successful applicants will be subject to a fully enhanced DBS.

Job Ref: 297224