Main area Children and Young People's Occupational Therapy Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours
* Full time
* Part time
* Flexible working
37.5 hours per week Job ref 824-INNER-7840324
Employer Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Parkview Centre for Health and Wellbeing Town London Salary £46,419 - £55,046 per annum, inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 22/03/2026 23:59
Specialist Children and Young People's Occupational Therapist
Band 6
Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)
At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs — Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston — as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.
Recognised as a Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.
We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired—a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.
Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.
Job overview
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Children’s Occupational Therapist to join our team and provide high-quality, inclusive therapy to children and young people aged 0-19. This role will involve supporting children with a wide range of physical, learning, emotional and social needs, including those who are vulnerable or involved in child protection concerns. You’ll be working across various community settings, nurseries, mainstream and special needs schools, and you’ll spend part of your week working in a special school environment.
At the heart of everything we do are our core values:
* Accountability– We take responsibility for delivering safe and effective practice.
* Inclusion– Every child and family deserves to be heard, valued, and respected.
* Compassion– We approach every situation with empathy, offering support that truly cares.
* Empowerment– We help children build the confidence and skills they need to thrive in daily life.
This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people in our community. If you're committed to making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
* Provide an inclusive, child-centred Occupational Therapy service for children and young people, aged 0-19, with diverse needs. This includes children who may be vulnerable or require safeguarding support and ensuring statutory support is in line with The Children’s Act (2014) and EHCPs.
* Deliver compassionate therapy that is meaningful, accessible and empowering to every child and their family
* Manage a varied caseload across community and school settings, working collaboratively with other professionals in a multidisciplinary team to create positive outcomes.
* Demonstrate professionalism and accountability through clear communication, effective clinical reasoning and timely documentation.
* Partner with families, carers, educators and other professionals to create a supportive, inclusive environment where everyone’s input is valued.
Working for our organisation
We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.
What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From new born health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.
Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.
We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trust’s values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person specification
Education/Qualification
* Degree or equivalent Diploma/Qualification in OT
* The successful candidate must apply for and receive satisfactory clearance of suitability from the Criminal Records Bureau prior to confirmation and commencement of employment within the Trust
* Registration with the Health Professions Council (HPC)
* Member of professional body; COT Specialist section CYPF, SI network, BAOT
* Post qualification training in topics such as visual perception, neurological dysfunction, psychology, counselling, family work
* Wheelchair assessors' certificate - basic
* Attendance at workshops/ seminars in paediatric OT
Experience
* Proven and relevant experience in paediatrics as a specialist OT
* Experience of working with people with a wide range of permanent disabilities and short-term illness
* Experience in assessing and treating patients with neurological impairment and young people with disabilities
* Experience as a paediatric OT post qualification
* Experience of working in a special school environment
* Experience working with Social Services OT’s
* Understanding of cultural differences and their impact on OT provision.
* Experience of initiation or involvement in service development/projects
* Experience with splinting
* Experience of psychosocial aspects of working with families of children with disabilities
Skills & Knowledge
* Basic knowledge of the developmental stages of children and young people
* Awareness of the psychological and social factors of dysfunction and disability
* An ability to use clinical and ethical reasoning skills to analyse and interpret assessment findings, plan and evaluate intervention programsme
* An understanding of the boundaries of the Occupational Therapist role within the paediatric field
* Ability to reflect on clinical practise and experience
* Ability to recognise and manage difference of opinion in both client related and inter-professional situations
* Willing to learn and grow professionally with a commitment to lifelong learning
* Knowledge of Educational Legislation and the National Curriculum
* Knowledge of the legislation relating to children; NHS Plan, modernisation agenda, and children’s NSF, legislation relating to education and SEN.
* Ability to be innovative and use initiative in practise
Key Attributes
* Ability to organise and priorities workload Ability to work in a team, with a range of professionals from statutory bodies
* Calm and consistent approach to stressful situations
* Ability to work collaboratively with others in a team which involves sharing the values, vision and commitment of the team and respecting each members skills
* Ability to communicate clearly and sensitively with parents and carers and others using effective listening skills, non-verbal communication and establishing an appropriate rapport
* Candidate must also possess emotional integrity and demonstrate ability to cope with difficult/highly emotive situations
* Ability to work effectively within a team
* Ability to think creatively
* Experience of teaching/presenting to professionals, colleagues or carers
Due to high application volumes, this vacancy may close before the advertised date. Please apply promptly if you meet the Person Specification.
Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the criteria will be shortlisted.
Interview details will be emailed after the closing date—please check your email regularly.
CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.
As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:
* Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
* Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
* Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.
We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.
Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your applications on time to avoid disappointment.
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