Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Crondall, Hampshire (GU10)
An exciting opportunity for a Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join a specialist allied health service supporting neurodiverse children and young people across school, home, community and clinic environments. This flexible Associate opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within private healthcare and private education settings while working alongside a highly experienced clinical team.

Employment Type
Contract | Associate / Self-Employed
Part-Time or Full-Time, All Year Round or Term Time 
Minimum 38 weeks per year

Salary
£36.00 – £40.00 per hour + benefits

Pay & Benefits

• Outside IR35 contract arrangement
• Paid travel time (£19.80 per hour)
• Mileage paid at £0.50 per mile
• Paid supervision
• Paid cancellations where policy criteria are met
• Home-based administration and report writing
• Caseload allocated within approximately 45 minutes of home
• Structured 3-month induction programme
• Weekly supervision during induction
• Monthly CPD sessions
• Sensory Integration and Trauma & Attachment training opportunities
• Opportunity for Band 6 progression to Band 7

Working Hours & Shift Pattern

• Part-Time or Full-Time Associate Opportunity
• Minimum 3 days per week (22.5 hours)
• Up to full-time hours available
• Minimum 38 weeks per year
• Flexible working structure with home-based administration time
• Travel across schools, homes, clinics and community settings as required
• Coverage area includes Crondall, Farnborough, Basingstoke, Winchester, Southampton and surrounding Hampshire locations

Job Description
As a Paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will support neurodiverse children and young people aged 2–25 years across educational, community, home and clinic settings throughout Crondall, Hampshire (GU10) and surrounding areas including Farnborough, Basingstoke, Winchester and Southampton. Working within a specialist paediatric Occupational Therapy service, you will undertake Occupational Therapy assessments, treatment planning, intervention delivery, EHCP recommendations and outcome reporting for children and young people with autism, sensory processing difficulties, neurodevelopmental conditions, learning disabilities and associated needs.

You will work collaboratively with families, schools, educators and multidisciplinary teams while benefiting from structured supervision, ongoing CPD and opportunities to develop specialist skills in areas such as Sensory Integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive paediatric Occupational Therapy assessments
• Develop individualised treatment plans and therapeutic interventions
• Support neurodiverse children and young people aged 2–25 years
• Complete EHCP assessments, recommendations and associated reports
• Deliver therapy across school, home, clinic and community settings
• Provide detailed clinical documentation and outcome reporting
• Work collaboratively with families, educators and multidisciplinary teams
• Contribute to tribunal reports and professional recommendations where required
• Maintain HCPC standards, clinical governance and professional practice requirements
• Promote participation, independence and functional development outcomes

Requirements

• You must have the permanent right to work in the UK
• BSc Occupational Therapy and HCPC Registration
• HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist
• Minimum 2–4 years' paediatric Occupational Therapy experience
• Experience supporting neurodiverse children, autism and sensory processing needs
• Ability to assess, plan and deliver effective paediatric Occupational Therapy interventions
• Strong communication, relationship-building and report-writing skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• Ability to travel across Crondall, Farnborough, Basingstoke, Winchester, Southampton and surrounding areas
• Also suitable for: School-Based Occupational Therapist, SEN Occupational Therapist, Paediatric OT, Children's Occupational Therapist, Neurodevelopmental Occupational Therapist and Community Occupational Therapist

Company Culture
As a Paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will be joining a supportive and collaborative clinical team that places children, families and positive outcomes at the centre of everything it does. The service has an established reputation within specialist paediatric Occupational Therapy and provides structured supervision, ongoing learning opportunities and strong peer support. Clinicians are encouraged to develop specialist interests, expand their expertise and contribute to innovative approaches that improve participation and independence for children and young people. The working environment is flexible, quality-focused and committed to professional growth, wellbeing and long-term career development.

Apply Today
If you are a Paediatric Occupational Therapist seeking a flexible Associate opportunity with paid travel, structured supervision, ongoing CPD and genuine progression opportunities, we would love to hear from you. Your skills, experience and commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people will be highly valued within this rewarding specialist service. Opportunities are available across Crondall, Farnborough, Basingstoke, Winchester, Southampton and surrounding Hampshire locations.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early applications are encouraged.

Contact Details
Recruit by Nature
George Francis
George@recruitbynature.co.uk
Direct Line: 0118 334 8424
WhatsApp: 07782217154