Band 6 Locum Acute Occupational Therapist

Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Band 6 (Part Time, Locum)

Location: Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust – Green Wrythe Lane

Area: Surrey NHS

Rate: £Negotiable

Contract: Locum, Ongoing (short-term contract with potential extension subject to approval)

Role Overview

A Band 6 Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist is required for a short-term, part-time locum placement within Children’s Therapies. This role is suitable for an experienced paediatric OT with a strong background in clinic-based assessments and intervention.

Main Responsibilities

• Undertake assessment and review appointments for a general paediatric clinic population.
• Work with children with ASD, sensory processing difficulties and physical disabilities.
• Develop therapy programmes and complete reports.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and note keeping on EMIS.
• Liaise effectively with other professionals involved in the child’s care.
• Attend relevant multidisciplinary meetings as required.

Skills & Experience Required

• HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist.
• Previous paediatric clinic experience.
• Experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder and sensory processing difficulties.
• Experience supporting children with physical disabilities.
• Strong clinical assessment, reporting and communication skills.

Working Hours

Part time – 15 hours per week

Working hours between 08.00 – 16.00

30-minute unpaid break

An excellent part-time opportunity for a skilled Paediatric OT seeking flexible locum work within a specialist NHS children’s service.

Code:  U. 005001.B19361