Bank Occupational Therapist

HCRG Care Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's health service provider is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist to join their Children's Community Health Team. In this role, you will provide high-quality assessments and interventions to support children's development and well-being. You will work closely with families and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring a tailored care approach. The position offers hybrid working options, allowing for flexibility while contributing to impactful care for children in Surrey.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Registered and compliant with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Knowledge of child development and related conditions.
• Member of BAOT and relevant Special Interest Groups.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality School Based Assessments for children.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans.
• Liaise with professionals across health and education sectors.

Skills

Knowledge/training in ASD strategies and interventions (e.g. PECS, SCERTS, ADOS)

Experience of using a range of assessments and treatment methods

Demonstrable post registration experience of working with children

Education

Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy

Registered with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Evidence of Post graduate training or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Introduction

Are you a motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives?

Join our Children’s Community Health Team at HCRG Care Group, where you’ll provide high-quality Occupational Therapy assessment, diagnosis, and intervention to children, empowering them and their families to achieve their full potential.

As a Band 5 Occupational Therapist, you will play a vital role in a multidisciplinary team, supporting children with a range of developmental and performance challenges.

You’ll work in partnership with families, carers, and other professionals to enable self-management, independence, and well-being in children’s daily lives.

Base: You will be based at one of our Surrey-wide office hubs, with the flexibility of hybrid working to support your professional and personal needs.

At HCRG Care Group, we are proud to be a flexible-first employer. Our agile working approach allows our teams to thrive in a supportive and adaptable environment while delivering high-quality care.

Main Responsibilities

• Carrying out high-quality School Based Assessments, as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) for children and young people
• Assess and provide tailored advice and interventions for children with diverse needs.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans in collaboration with families and carers.
• Recommend and support the use of specialist equipment for home and school settings.
• Liaise with professionals across health, education, social care, and voluntary sectors to ensure comprehensive care.
• Provide sensitive and effective communication with children and their families, adapting to their needs and circumstances.
• Contribute to team performance targets and participate in supervision, training, and team meetings.
• Assist with prioritising treatment goals for children with complex needs or terminal illnesses, ensuring appropriate discharge planning and referrals.

The Ideal Candidate

• Knowledge/training in ASD strategies and interventions e.g. PECS, SCERTS, ADOS
• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Registered and compliant with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Evidence of Post graduate training or equivalent experience relevant to speciality such as: Child Development – Specialist courses or study on conditions that affect child development, autistic spectrum disorder, ADHD, neurodevelopmental conditions
• Demonstrable post registration experience of working with children in a similar area of paediatric practice.
• Experience of using a range of assessments and treatment methods
• Member of BAOT
• Membership of Special Interest Group
• Working in a community setting delivering children’s Occupational Therapy services.

Other requirements: the successful applicant will need to be a driver

Please see attached Job Description for full Personal Specification.

• Job Category HCRG - Allied Health Professionals
• Business Unit HCRG - Surrey 0-19
• Location North East Surrey, United Kingdom