Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Term Time – Liverpool & Wirral
£40,000 FTE DOE
Full-time, term time only
Community-based role with travel around Liverpool/Wirral
*To apply for this role, you must have a full UK driving licence and access to your own car*
Are you a paediatric Occupational Therapist looking to make a real difference in children’s lives? We are working exclusively with a paediatric occupational therapy service supporting children and young people with a wide range of developmental needs. This role is based in schools and the community, offering the chance to take ownership of your own caseloads while receiving guidance and mentorship from a highly specialist Occupational Therapist.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage your own caseload and diary, delivering assessments and interventions across community settings.
* Provide school and home-based occupational therapy support, liaising with parents, SENCOs, teachers, and external professionals.
* Conduct assessments for a wide range of conditions, including sensory processing difficulties, dyspraxia, autism spectrum condition, ADHD, cerebral palsy, and Down syndrome.
* Supervise newly qualified Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, and student placements.
* Support and model high standards of practice, contributing to service development and team growth.
Skills & Experience
* Qualified Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration and RCOT membership
* Minimum of 1 years’ experience in paediatric occupational therapy
* Strong clinical reasoning and confidence in assessment, intervention planning, and professional reporting
* Experience building effective relationships with children, young people, families, and multi-disciplinary teams
* Commitment to ongoing CPD and reflective practice
Benefits
* Flexible, supportive working environment with team peer support
* Allocated time for CPD and professional development
* Paid Christmas shutdown with 30 days annual leave
* Mileage reimbursed at 45p per mile
* Private healthcare plan
* Exposure to a diverse, rewarding caseload in schools and community settings
Contact Details
To apply, please contact Jenny Marr on 0161 672 3174 or email your CV to
Recommendations
Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy. Successful referrals will receive a £500 voucher or charitable donation following completion of probation.