Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Walthamstow, Greater London, E17
Join a specialist private healthcare clinic delivering outstanding paediatric occupational therapy and allied health services for children and young people with autism, sensory, developmental, emotional and educational needs. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to evidence-based, child-centred practice while building specialist expertise in paediatric occupational therapy.

Employment Type
Full Time | Permanent

Salary
£36,000 – £40,000 per annum, dependent on experience + benefits

Benefits

• Structured Band 5 to Band 6 career progression pathway
• £500 annual CPD budget
• Extensive specialist autism training
• Regular clinical supervision and mentoring
• Equivalent of 7½ weeks annual leave
• Entire month of August off
• Easter and Christmas closures
• Company pension contribution
• Opportunities to contribute to research and service development
• Supportive multidisciplinary clinical environment
• Long-term professional development within specialist private healthcare

Working Hours & Shift Pattern
Full Time | Permanent
Clinic based in Walthamstow, Greater London, E17

• 37.5 hours per week
• Wednesday to Friday: 11:00am – 7:00pm
• Saturday and Sunday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Monday and Tuesday are non-working days
• Working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary allied health team

Job Description
As a Paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will provide specialist paediatric occupational therapy services within a dedicated clinic supporting children and young people with autism, sensory, developmental, emotional and educational needs. Working from a welcoming clinic in Walthamstow, Greater London, E17, you will carry out comprehensive occupational therapy and sensory integration assessments, develop evidence-based intervention programmes and work closely with families, schools and fellow clinicians to help children achieve meaningful outcomes. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop specialist expertise within paediatric occupational therapy, allied health and private healthcare while benefiting from structured clinical support, mentoring and ongoing professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality one-to-one paediatric occupational therapy assessments and interventions
• Complete comprehensive functional, sensory and sensory integration assessments
• Produce clear, evidence-based clinical reports and recommendations
• Develop individualised therapy programmes tailored to each child's needs
• Manage an independent paediatric caseload effectively
• Work collaboratively with Speech and Language Therapists and other multidisciplinary professionals
• Provide guidance and practical strategies to families and educational settings
• Maintain accurate clinical records and professional documentation
• Contribute to service development, audits and quality improvement initiatives
• Work in accordance with HCPC standards, safeguarding responsibilities and professional best practice

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK. Skilled Worker visa sponsorship is available for eligible HCPC-registered candidates.
• HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist.
• Minimum one year's post-qualified Occupational Therapy experience.
• Experience supporting autistic children and young people with sensory, developmental or neurodevelopmental needs.
• Strong assessment, clinical reasoning and report writing skills.
• Excellent communication skills with families, schools and multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Able to manage an independent caseload whilst working collaboratively within a supportive team.
• Also suitable for: Paediatric Occupational Therapist, Children's Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Paediatric OT, Autism Occupational Therapist, Sensory Integration Occupational Therapist, Paediatric Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Allied Health Professional.

Company Culture
As a Paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will be joining a collaborative multidisciplinary clinic where children and families are at the centre of everything delivered. The team is committed to evidence-based practice, continuous learning and professional development, with structured supervision, mentoring and clear progression opportunities. You'll be encouraged to develop specialist expertise in paediatric occupational therapy, autism and sensory integration while working alongside experienced clinicians in a supportive and welcoming environment.

Apply Today
If you are passionate about helping children reach their full potential and are looking to further your career within specialist allied health and private healthcare, we'd love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive clinical team in Walthamstow, Greater London, E17 where your skills will be valued, your professional development actively encouraged, and your work will make a genuine difference to children, young people and their families. 

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early interest is warmly encouraged.

Contact Details
Recruit by Nature
George Francis
George@recruitbynature.co.uk
Direct Line: 0118 334 8424
WhatsApp: 07782 217154