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Occupational Therapist
Job Posted: 21 days ago
Salary: £ 29 - 30 / Hour
Job Type: Contract Temporary
Location: CM18, Little Parndon, Essex
Expire in: 6 days
Job Description
Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Community Role
We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join a dedicated community children's therapy team on a 3-month locum contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled OT who is passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential within their everyday environments.
Role Overview
As a Community Paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will work with children and young people aged 0-19 years, carrying out comprehensive occupational therapy assessments and providing intervention recommendations across a range of community settings.
Your caseload will involve visiting:
* Mainstream and specialist schools
* Community clinics
* Other appropriate community settings as required
You will work collaboratively with families, educational staff, healthcare professionals, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, child-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
* Assess the occupational therapy needs of children and young people aged 0–19 years.
* Complete functional assessments and develop appropriate treatment plans and recommendations.
* Provide advice, strategies, and interventions to support participation in daily activities, education, and development.
* Produce accurate clinical documentation and reports.
* Liaise effectively with parents, carers, schools, and other professionals involved in the child's care.
* Maintain accurate patient records using the SystmOne clinical system.
Essential Requirements
* HCPC registered Occupational Therapist.
* Previous experience working as a Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist.
* Experience assessing and managing a paediatric caseload within community, school, or clinic settings.
* Knowledge and experience of using SystmOne.
* Full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle, as regular travel between schools and clinics is required.
* Excellent communication, organisational, and clinical reasoning skills.
Contract Details
* Position: Band 6 Paediatric Occupational Therapist
* Location: Community-based (schools and clinics)
* Contract Length: 3 months (with potential for extension)
* Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
* Start Date: ASAP
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive community team and make a meaningful difference to the lives of children, young people, and their families while enjoying a varied and rewarding caseloadBefore You Apply
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