Specialist Occupational Therapist Children's

Locala Health and Wellbeing; Dewsbury; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A community health organization in Dewsbury is seeking a passionate Specialist Occupational Therapist for children. This role offers 22.5 hours per week to work with children aged 0-16 in varied settings, supported by experienced colleagues. Candidates should have a relevant occupational therapy qualification. Benefits include flexible working and a generous pension scheme. Applications close on 11th August 2025.

Benefits

Flexible working

Generous pension

Refer a Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 0–16 in various settings.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, compassionate environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized occupational therapy for children with diverse needs.
• Work in clinics, homes, nurseries, and schools.
• Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance patient care.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Strong communication skills

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Relevant occupational therapy qualification

Job description

Job Role

Specialist Occupational Therapist Children's

Band 6: £37,338 - £44,962

22.5 hours per week

Permanent

Responsibilities

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Children's Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic team! We cover North Kirklees, and the role involves working with children aged 0–16 years in various settings such as clinics, homes, nurseries, mainstream, and special schools. Hours can be flexible (+/-) for the right candidate.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to advance their career, working with a diverse caseload of children and young people. You will be supported by experienced colleagues and have access to ongoing professional development to enhance your skills. If you thrive in a collaborative, compassionate environment and are committed to making a real difference in the lives of young patients and their families, we would love to hear from you!

Please contact Jo Fellows, Team Leader, at 07763560170 or [e-mail] for any questions about this opportunity.

To find out more about Locala, see our Thrive Strategy.

For more information, please refer to Job description and person specification.

Closing date – 11th August 2025, at 23:55

We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier than the stated date if we receive sufficient applications.

About us

At Locala, we are part of the community and have often cared for generations within the same family. We continue to be part of the NHS family, delivering care under the same ethos.

Locala Health and Wellbeing embraces diversity and inclusion and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. Our goal is to have a workforce that reflects the wider communities we serve, which you can help us achieve.

We value the individuality of our colleagues' lived experiences and adapt accordingly, recognizing the value inclusivity brings when delivering equitable, high-quality healthcare to our communities. Everyone should feel valued, have the opportunity to develop, enjoy flexible working opportunities, and experience a sense of belonging, supported by our Inclusivity Groups.

“Locala is a ‘Disability Confident’ employer, and any disabled applicants who meet all the essential criteria are guaranteed to be invited to the assessment process.”

Benefits include:

• Flexible working - We support work-life balance and welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.
• Generous pension - We offer a defined contribution pension scheme with matched contributions + 2% up to a maximum of 8%.
• Refer a Friend Scheme - If you know someone working at Locala on a substantive contract, you could both receive a reward of £500 after you start your role with us.