Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist

NHS; Richmond; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Richmond is seeking a motivated Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the Children's Therapy Team. The successful candidate will manage a caseload of pre-school and school-age children, providing specialist therapy in various settings. This role offers opportunities for professional development, support from senior staff, and a collaborative work environment. Full-time and part-time applications are welcomed for this fixed-term position.

Benefits

On-site staff nursery

Wellbeing resources

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience working as an occupational therapist.
• Experience managing a caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of pre-school and school age children with complex needs.
• Deliver specialist occupational therapy as outlined in children's health and care plans.
• Support junior staff and provide training.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Time management

Written and spoken communication

Flexibility and adaptability

Autonomy and initiative

Education

BSC Degree/Diploma Occupational Therapy

HCPC registered

Job description

Job summary

• The Richmond Occupational Therapy Service is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Band 6 OT to join the Richmond Children's Therapy Team.
• You will join an established team of Occupational Therapists who work closely together in an integrated service with Children's Physiotherapy and Speech and Language Therapy.
• We deliver a service to children between 0 - 18 years within a variety of settings including nurseries, mainstream schools, clinics and within the child/young person's home.
• We welcome applications from occupational therapists who have experience in other settings and can demonstrate transferable skills into paediatrics.
• The post holder will have the opportunity to develop their skills within a variety of clinical areas including complex neurodevelopmental conditions e.g. autism, and complex physical disabilities e.g. cerebral palsy.
• The service values multi-disciplinary working including groups, joint assessments and sessions with the Physiotherapists and Speech and Language Therapists and Paediatricians.
• The successful candidate will be closely supervised by our team of Band 7 therapists and will be offered regular individual supervision, group supervision and access to multi-disciplinary in-house training and external training.
• The service is commitment to continuing professional development which is strongly supported by the Trust.

Main duties of the job

• To carry and manage a caseload of pre-school and school age children with a range of complex needs, working in clinic, early years settings and in the child/young person's home.
• To deliver specialist occupational therapy provision identified in children's education health and care plans.
• To contribute to service development and service audits.
• To support junior members of staff and and participate/provide training to the wider team.
• To offer bespoke training to parents and schools.

About us

Developmentand staff wellbeing

Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on‑site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

Details: Date posted

28 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£44,485 to £52,521 a year per annum incl HCAS (pro‑rata)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full‑time

Reference number

396-NN-7580788-LP

Job locations

Ham clinic

Ashburnham Road

Richmond upon Thames

TW10 7NF

Job description and responsibilities

***Please see the attached supporting document/s which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

One Year Fixed Term Contract to cover Maternity Leave (Full‑time and part‑time applications considered for 3 days or more)

Person specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• BSC Degree/Diploma Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registered

Experience (Essential)

• Experience working as an occupational therapist
• Experience managing a caseload

Skills (Essential)

• Ability use clinical reasoning to analyse and interpret assessment findings and plan intervention
• Ability to manage own time and varying demands of a caseload
• Effective written and spoken communication
• Ability to work flexible and manage change
• Ability to work autonomously and take the initiative

Knowledge (Essential)

• Familiar with a range of standardised occupational therapy assessments

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Ham clinic

Ashburnham Road

Richmond upon Thames

TW10 7NF

Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/