Locum Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Location: Sutton, South LondonRate: 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)
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