Band 6 - Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist
(Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory)
Band: Band 6Job Title: Specialist Paediatric Occupational TherapistLocation: Green Wrythe Lane, Epsom and St Helier NHS TrustPay Rate: £25 per hourPay Mechanism: PAYEContract Duration: 3 months
About the TrustEpsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust provides a comprehensive range of services to around 500,000 people in southwest London and northeast Surrey. The trust offers specialist care in cancer, renal services, and stroke rehabilitation, with a commitment to delivering excellent care and improving patient outcomes.
Job OverviewWe are seeking a Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our Children's Occupational Therapy Service. This role involves providing specialist assessment, advice, and treatment for children with functional difficulties in self-care, productivity, and leisure. The postholder will work autonomously, contributing to service development and delivering high-quality care as part of a multidisciplinary team, in collaboration with schools and families.
Responsibilities- Provide specialist Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions for children with functional difficulties.
- Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team, school staff, and families to develop tailored care plans.
- Plan and deliver therapy in accordance with service agreements for Sutton Health & Care Community Services.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of the Children's Occupational Therapy service.
- Maintain accountability for clinical decisions and actions within your defined clinical area.
- Degree in Occupational Therapy and valid HCPC registration.
- Experience working in paediatrics, specifically with children facing functional challenges.
- Strong ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, especially with schools and families.
- Commitment to service development and continuous professional development.
Please send your updated CV to or contact us at for further information with the job reference number BS/10069/OT1.