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Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Location
Surrey
Contract
Permanent
Salary
£38,500 to £48,500 per annum
Posted
6 Nov 2026
Start
ASAP
Closing date
6 Dec 2026

The role

This Paediatric Occupational Therapist position offers a permanent role based in Surrey, working within a children's therapy practice. You will deliver child-led and family-centred occupational therapy (OT) to support children and young people with neurodevelopmental differences and sensory processing needs. The role is available on a full-time or part-time basis with a start date as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver comprehensive occupational therapy assessments for children and young people with varied needs.
  • Provide one to one or small group therapy sessions across clinic, school, and community settings.
  • Support children with autism, sensory processing differences, developmental coordination disorder (DCD), and cerebral palsy.
  • Collaborate with families and the multidisciplinary team to promote child independence and confidence.
  • Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to holistic treatment planning.
  • Participate in regular clinical supervision and continuing professional development (CPD) programmes.

What you'll need

  • Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration as an Occupational Therapist.
  • Proven clinical experience working within a paediatric setting.
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for community and school visits.
  • Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.
  • Knowledge of sensory processing needs and neurodevelopmental conditions.
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