Job Title: Children’s Occupational Therapist
Specialism: AHP – Occupational Therapy
Location: Westminster, London, UK
Salary: Up to £35.77 per hour
Type: Full Time (3-Month Contract, Ongoing)
Join the dynamic team in Westminster as a Children’s Occupational Therapist within AHP – Occupational Therapy. This exciting full-time opportunity offers an excellent rate of up to £35.77 per hour and an initial 3-month ongoing contract. You’ll play a crucial role in supporting children and young people with disabilities to maximise their independence, participation, and quality of life.
Working across home, school, and community settings, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking and supportive service dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families through high-quality Occupational Therapy interventions.
Perks and benefits
- Full Time: Enjoy the consistency and stability of a full-time role within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
- Hourly Pay: Earn up to £35.77 per hour, rewarding your skills, expertise, and dedication.
- Professional Development: Access ongoing learning opportunities to enhance your clinical knowledge and career progression.
- Community Impact: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families.
- Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a rewarding role while maintaining a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
- Varied Caseload: Work across a range of settings and support children with diverse and complex needs.
What you will do
- Undertake Occupational Therapy assessments for children and young people with disabilities.
- Assess functional ability, independence, and participation needs.
- Complete home, school, and community-based assessments.
- Assess for and recommend specialist equipment and adaptations.
- Undertake detailed moving and handling assessments.
- Develop and implement person-centred intervention plans.
- Work closely with families, carers, schools, and multidisciplinary professionals.
- Support children and young people to maximise independence, participation, and wellbeing.
- Maintain accurate clinical records, reports, and assessment documentation.
- Contribute to multidisciplinary planning, reviews, and service delivery.
Requirements
- Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC Registration
- Children’s Occupational Therapy Experience
- Experience working with children and young people with disabilities.
- Experience undertaking Occupational Therapy assessments and recommending specialist equipment.
- Strong assessment, clinical reasoning, and report-writing skills.
- Ability to independently manage and prioritise a caseload.
- Local Authority Experience
- Experience within Disabled Children’s Services.
- Experience working within school and community settings.
- Experience supporting children and young people with complex needs.
Why Westminster
Westminster offers one of the most exciting and diverse working environments in the UK. Combining world-famous landmarks, beautiful parks, outstanding transport links, and vibrant communities, Westminster provides an exceptional place to live and work. With access to renowned cultural attractions, green spaces, and a rich history, you’ll enjoy both professional fulfilment and an outstanding quality of life.
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