Paediatric Occupational Therapist - South West London!

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you a Paediatric Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding locum role in South West London? We have an exciting opportunity offering excellent pay and flexibility!

• Job Title: Paediatric Occupational Therapist
• Location: South West London
• Duration: Ongoing contract
• Schedule: Full-time (part-time considered)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Rate of Pay: £30-£32 per hour (dependent on experience)
• Contact: Hannah Khalique – /

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a Paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will play a key role in assessing and supporting children with a range of developmental, sensory, and physical needs. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments to identify functional difficulties and create tailored intervention plans
• Providing evidence-based therapy to support children with fine and gross motor difficulties, sensory processing challenges, handwriting skills, and daily living tasks
• Working closely with families, schools, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure a holistic approach to care
• Advising and training parents, teachers, and support staff on strategies to enhance the child’s independence and participation
• Developing personalised therapy programmes and recommending specialist equipment or adaptations as needed
• Keeping accurate patient records and contributing to clinical audits and service improvements
• Providing mentorship and supervision to junior staff and students where applicable

Requirements & Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, candidates must have:

• HCPC registration and relevant professional memberships
• Previous experience working as a Paediatric Occupational Therapist in an NHS, school, community, or private setting
• Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills for working with children with developmental delays, autism spectrum disorders, sensory processing difficulties, and physical disabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with children, families, and professionals
• A passion for child development and improving functional independence

Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This role is full-time but open to part-time applicants. The contract is ongoing, with a strong possibility of extension based on performance and service needs.

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This opportunity won’t last long! Contact Hannah Khalique today at or email or click below to apply now.

Why Choose Hunter Gatherer AHP?

Hunter Gatherer AHP is a leading UK recruitment agency for Allied Health Professionals (AHPs), specialising in locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We help Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Radiographers, Sonographers, Speech & Language Therapists, and other AHPs find high-quality jobs that match their skills and career goals.

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