Occupational Therapist – Paediatrics (Barnet)

Unlocking Language; Chipping Barnet; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible payment options

Supportive team environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A paediatric therapy provider is seeking HCPC-registered Occupational Therapists to assess and deliver interventions for children with communication difficulties. The ideal candidate will have experience in paediatrics, work well within teams, and have strong communication skills. Flexible job types include full-time and part-time with opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with proven paediatric experience.
• Confidence in working autonomously.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan and deliver goal-focused OT intervention in various settings.
• Write treatment plans and progress reports in line with standards.
• Liaise with parents and professionals to embed strategies.

Skills

Paediatric experience

Teamwork and communication

Autonomous working

Education

HCPC registration

Tools

GDPR-compliant record keeping

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking passionate and experienced HCPC-registered Occupational Therapists to join our team. You will assess, plan, and deliver goal-focused OT interventions for children with sensory, motor-planning, and daily-living challenges across educational and home settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, plan and deliver goal-focused OT intervention in education or home settings.
• Write concise treatment plans, EHCP contributions, and progress reports in line with RCOT and HCPC standards.
• Liaise with parents, teachers, SENCOs, and our in-house SLTs to embed strategies into everyday routines.
• Maintain GDPR-compliant records and follow safeguarding best practices.

What We Are Looking For

• HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with proven paediatric experience (schools, early years, or community children’s teams).
• Confidence working autonomously.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Enhanced DBS and up-to-date safeguarding.
• Desirable: Sensory Integration training, EHCP report writing, knowledge and experience of AAC.

What We Offer

• Flexible payment options via your chosen umbrella: monthly as standard, or bi-weekly if preferred.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Flexibility to support term-time, family-friendly working.
• The opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of children with communication difficulties.
• Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Freelance

Schedule: 2–3 days availability required

Location: Homes or Schools (Havering / Barnet)

Application Question(s):

• How many years of UK-based Paediatric OT experience do you have?

Experience:

• Occupational Therapy: 2 years (preferred)