Band 7 Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Inpatients Location: Central London
5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (No weekends)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Are you a passionate Paediatric Occupational Therapist ready to make a real impact?
Do you thrive in collaborative environments where your voice helps shape services and guide junior team members?
Compass Associates are proud to be partnered with a leading independent healthcare provider in their search for an Advanced Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join a specialist inpatient therapy service at a highly respected central London facility. This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking team delivering complex care to children and infants within a dynamic, multidisciplinary setting.
You will be joining a dedicated occupational therapy team working solely within inpatient services (no outpatient or day case responsibilities). The caseload is diverse, including a variety of complex care to all ages in paediatrics. You will take a proactive role in both treatment and service development, supervising junior staff and supporting department-wide projects alongside the Lead OT.
A qualified and HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist
Ideally a minimum of 1 year at Band 7 level, or extensive experience at Band 6 with leadership responsibilities
Demonstrable experience in paediatrics within a hospital and inpatient environment
Experience mentoring or training junior staff
Competitive salary depending on experience (£49,181 to £57,000 per annum)
~25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service)
~ Private healthcare and enhanced pension scheme
~ CPD support, training, and career progression opportunities
~ Season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme & retail discounts
~ Enhanced maternity/paternity pay and life assurance