Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Part-Time, School-Based

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus £150

CPD allowance £250 annual

Company pension

Electric car scheme

High-street discount scheme

Life assurance and critical illness

Refer a Friend up to £200

Job summary

Service Care Solutions Ltd. is recruiting an Occupational Therapist for Sunderland, working part-time in paediatric practice. The role focuses on school-based settings with some clinic and remote opportunities to support EHCP-related needs.

You will join a multidisciplinary team, with a friendly environment and a dedicated introduction to paediatrics for therapists transitioning into this field. The salary is up to £50,000 FTE, pro rata depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Paediatric occupational therapy experience, ideally school-based or in paediatric settings.
• Experience completing Education, Health and Care Plan assessments.
• Experience supporting children with SEMH, complex or developmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Assess children and young people's developmental and learning needs as they relate to EHCPs.
• Develop, deliver and review individualised occupational therapy intervention plans.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers and multi-disciplinary teams to embed therapy goals in daily life.
• Equip key adults with practical strategies and evaluate their impact.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in multidisciplinary meetings.
• Balance assessment, intervention and collaboration to improve outcomes for children and families.

Skills

Paediatric OT experience

EHCP assessments

SEMH/complex needs experience

Education

HCPC registration

RCOT registration

Job description

Service Care Solutions Ltd. is recruiting an Occupational Therapist for Sunderland, working part-time in paediatric practice. The role focuses on school-based settings with some clinic and remote opportunities to support EHCP-related needs.

You will join a multidisciplinary team, with a friendly environment and a dedicated introduction to paediatrics for therapists transitioning into this field. The salary is up to £50,000 FTE, pro rata depending on experience.