Specialist Occupational Therapist

JustOT; Reigate and Banstead; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

JustOT is seeking a Specialist Occupational Therapist (Band 6) in Tadworth, Surrey. The role involves delivering evidence-based paediatric occupational therapy to children with complex needs and neurodevelopmental conditions within a multidisciplinary team.

You will work with families to develop functional skills and independence across home, school and community. The post requires HCPC registration, RCOT membership, and at least two years of post-qualification experience in paediatrics, with

Qualifications

• Requires degree and HCPC registration
• Membership of RCOT preferred
• Paediatric experience and multi-disciplinary teamwork essential
• Knowledge of postural care and SEND legislation desirable

Responsibilities

• Undertake specialist occupational therapy assessments for children and young people with complex needs.
• Develop and deliver individualised therapy programmes and interventions.
• Set and review therapy goals with children, families and teams.
• Support postural management, assistive technology and equipment.
• Integrate therapy strategies into daily routines and school settings.
• Monitor outcomes and contribute to EHCPs and annual reviews.
• Provide guidance to families and colleagues and maintain records.

Skills

HCPC registration

RCOT membership

Paediatric experience

Team collaboration

Postural care knowledge

SEND legislation knowledge

Professional development

Communication with families

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Postgraduate qualification in Occupational Therapy

Job description

J800011420

Specialist Occupational Therapist (Band 6)

Location: Tadworth, Surrey

Salary: £45,953 – £54,254 per annum, dependent on experience (including outer London weighting)

Contract: Fixed 12 month contact until January 2028

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Occupational Therapist to join a specialist children's service supporting children and young people with complex needs, neurodisabilities and neurodevelopmental conditions.

You will deliver high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy assessment and intervention, helping children and young people develop functional skills, independence and participation in everyday life at home, school and within the community.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate closely with families, carers, education staff and other healthcare professionals to deliver individualised, outcome-focused therapy.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake specialist occupational therapy assessments for children and young people with complex needs.
• Develop and deliver individualised therapy programmes and interventions.
• Set and review therapy goals in partnership with children, families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support postural management, assistive technology, specialist equipment, splinting and casting.
• Integrate therapy strategies into everyday routines and educational settings.
• Monitor outcomes and contribute to annual reviews and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Provide guidance and support to families, carers and colleagues.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to multidisciplinary meetings and reports.

About You

To be successful, you will have:

• A recognised degree or postgraduate qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Current HCPC registration.
• Membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT).
• At least two years' post-qualification clinical experience.
• Experience working with children and young people with neurodisabilities, complex needs or within paediatric settings.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams and alongside families.
• Knowledge of 24-hour postural care, specialist equipment and SEND legislation.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your specialist paediatric occupational therapy experience within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment, making a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people.

An Enhanced DBS check, including Child and Adult Barred Lists, is required for this position.