Location
London, Barnet

Hours
Part-time, Temporary, Freelance - 2-3 days availability per week

Salary
£35.00 per hour

About the Role
As a Locum Occupational Therapist, you will assess, plan, and deliver goal-focused OT interventions for children facing sensory, motor-planning, and daily-living challenges within educational or home settings. You will write concise treatment plans, contribute to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP), and produce progress reports that meet RCOT and HCPC standards. The role involves close collaboration with parents, teachers, SENCOs, and in-house Speech and Language Therapists to embed strategies into everyday routines. You will maintain GDPR-compliant records and adhere to safeguarding best practices. This position offers flexible payment options via your chosen umbrella, a supportive and collaborative team environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives. The service values flexibility, with rising demand for term-time and family-friendly working arrangements. Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities are provided to support your growth as a practitioner.

Experience
HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with proven paediatric experience in schools, early-years, or community children’s teams. Minimum 2 years UK-based paediatric OT experience preferred. Confidence working autonomously within a multidisciplinary team.

About you
Strong teamwork and communication skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues and families. Commitment to safeguarding and maintaining enhanced DBS clearance. Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of children and the service.

Qualifications
HCPC registration is essential. Enhanced DBS check and up-to-date safeguarding training required. Desirable qualifications include Sensory Integration training, EHCP report writing experience, and knowledge of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).