Paediatric Occupational Therapist - EHCP Assessments

senploy; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare consultancy in the UK is seeking an experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist to conduct statutory EHCP assessments. You will provide evidence-based recommendations and collaborate with schools and families to support children's development. The role requires strong assessment and communication skills along with relevant qualifications, offering a pay rate of £30-£40 per hour and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience working with children and young people with SEND.
• Experience contributing to EHCPs in educational or clinical settings.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Conduct paediatric occupational therapy assessments for children undergoing EHCNAs.
• Provide outcome-focused EHCP recommendations.
• Collaborate with schools, families, and multidisciplinary professionals.

Skills

Strong assessment and report-writing skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience with children with SEND

Education

BSc/MSc in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Location: London

Working Pattern: On Site

Contract Type: Temp / Ad-hoc

Pay Rate: £30-£40 per hour

We are seeking an experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist to support a Local Authority in conducting statutory EHCP assessments. You will carry out specialist occupational therapy assessments, provide clear evidence‑based recommendations, and contribute to legally compliant EHCPs to support children's development, access to education, and independence. You will work closely with schools, families, and Local Authority teams to ensure integrated support.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct paediatric occupational therapy assessments for children undergoing EHCNAs.
• Provide outcome‑focused EHCP recommendations.
• Collaborate with schools, families, and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Support annual reviews and contribute to ongoing EHCP processes.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with safeguarding and data protection standards.

Requirements

• BSc/MSc in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registration (essential).
• Minimum 2 years' experience working with children and young people with SEND.
• Experience contributing to EHCPs in educational or clinical settings.
• Strong assessment, report‑writing, and communication skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
• Professional indemnity & public liability insurance.

Desirable

• Membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT).
• Experience in early years, mainstream, or specialist schools.
• Knowledge of sensory integration, autism, or physical disabilities.
• Experience delivering training to school staff or families.

Additional Information

• Consultancy position with flexible working.
• Travel to schools/settings may be required.
• All safeguarding and vetting checks must be completed prior to starting.