Locum Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Locum Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Location: Sutton, South London
Rate: £30-£35 per hour (depending on experience)
Contract: Ongoing long-term (1 year+)
Hours: Full-time or part-time considered

Benefits

Competitive locum rate of £30-£35 per hour, depending on experience.
Flexible full-time or part-time working.
Ongoing long-term contract with the potential for extension or a permanent position.
Opportunity to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
Regular clinical supervision and professional support.
Varied and rewarding paediatric caseload.
Positive and welcoming team environment.

About the Role - Locum Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Locum Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join a multidisciplinary therapy team supporting children and young people aged 4-19 years with complex needs within a specialist educational setting in Sutton.

You will work alongside Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Therapy Assistants and teaching staff to provide high-quality, evidence-based interventions that support children in achieving their full potential.

Client Group

You will support children and young people with a range of complex needs, including:

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
Severe Learning Disabilities (SLD)
Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD)
Moderate Learning Difficulties
Sensory processing difficulties
Complex physical and developmental needs

Key Responsibilities

Manage an independent paediatric caseload.
Complete specialist Occupational Therapy assessments.
Deliver individual and group therapy interventions.
Develop and implement therapy programmes.
Support pupils with sensory processing and functional difficulties.
Prepare reports and contribute to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
Provide advice and training to parents, carers and school staff.
Work closely with education, health and social care professionals.
Monitor outcomes and evaluate interventions.
Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and service development activities.

Requirements

HCPC registered Occupational Therapist.
Degree in Occupational Therapy.
Previous paediatric Occupational Therapy experience.
Experience working with children with complex needs and SEND.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Commitment to safeguarding and evidence-based practice.If you're an experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist looking for your next locum opportunity, please do not hesitate to apply. My email address is (url removed)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed