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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.
With top locum pay rates, bi-weekly payments, and a 4.8-star Google rating, we provide a trusted, hassle-free recruitment experience. We’re also ranked among the Top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For.
The benefits of working with us:
? Fast & simple AHP locum registration – get set up quickly? A network of like-minded AHP professionals? Reliable, high-paying locum jobs with bi-weekly payroll? Specialist AHP recruitment consultants who understand your field? Exclusive NHS & private sector job opportunities? CV marketing & business development support? Industry insights, networking events & discounted CPD
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