Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Hillingdon

Pulse Healthcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus £5,000

CPD allowance £2,000 per year

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Cycle to work

Employee discounts

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare is recruiting a Paediatric Occupational Therapist for a specialist educational setting in Hillingdon, London. You will support children and young people with Autism, SEMH needs, developmental trauma and neurodiverse profiles to improve independence and engagement.

The role offers term-time or full-time options with 37.5 hours weekly, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. HCPC registration and RCOT involvement are required or desirable, with opportunities for professional development and supportive

Qualifications

• Recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• RCOT membership desired or current.
• Full UK driving licence and own vehicle.
• Experience with children/young people and neurodivergent needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions tailored to pupil needs.
• Manage and develop an OT caseload with supervision and site lead support.
• Collaborate with education staff, families and multidisciplinary professionals to achieve positive pupil outcomes.
• Provide consultation and training to school staff on therapeutic approaches.
• Contribute to person-centred plans promoting independence and wellbeing.

Skills

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary working

Report writing

Opportunity to develop sensory skills

Education

Bachelor/Master in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Hillingdon

London

Occupational Therapist

Location: Hillingdon

Contract: Permanent (Term-Time Only or Full-Time options available)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Our client is seeking a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their multidisciplinary clinical team.This is an exciting opportunity to work within a specialist educational setting, supporting children and young people with Autism, SEMH needs, developmental trauma, and neurodiverse profiles to achieve positive outcomes and greater independence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver specialist Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions tailored to individual pupil needs.
• Manage and develop an Occupational Therapy caseload with support from a designated clinical supervisor and site lead.
• Work collaboratively with education staff, families, and multidisciplinary professionals to create positive outcomes for pupils.
• Provide consultation, guidance, and training to school staff to support therapeutic approaches across the setting.
• Contribute to person-centred therapeutic plans that promote independence, engagement, and wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and produce clear, concise reports.
• Work within professional standards and the organisation's Occupational Therapy Ways of Working framework.

Requirements:

• Recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Registered member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT).
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Experience working with children and young people, neurodivergent individuals, or those with learning, emotional, or mental health needs.
• Strong understanding of Occupational Therapy principles and their practical application.
• Excellent communication, report-writing, and multidisciplinary working skills.
• Interest or experience in Sensory Integration or sensory-informed practice is advantageous.

Why Join Our Client?

• £5,000 Welcome Bonus (subject to T&Cs).
• £2,000 annual CPD training allowance following probation.
• Opportunity to work within a highly supportive multidisciplinary clinical network of over 350 professionals.
• Access to regular peer support, specialist forums, and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible contract options to support work-life balance.
• Pension scheme and Life Assurance.
• Enhanced family-friendly benefits including maternity, paternity, and fertility support.
• Cycle to Work and Electric Car schemes.
• Hundreds of employee discounts available in the UK and abroad.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Occupational Therapist looking to make a meaningful difference in a specialist educational environment while benefiting from excellent professional development and career progression opportunities.