Bank Occupational Therapist - SW

Job Description

Join our team as a Bank Occupational Therapist at HCRG Care Group. You will benefit from flexible shift booking, Wagestream access, professional growth opportunities, 24/7 well‑being support, an innovative culture, recognition and engagement programmes, and a commitment to excellence. This role provides high‑quality occupational therapy to children, working with families and professionals to enable self‑management, independence and well‑being.

• Carry out high‑quality school‑based assessments as part of a multi‑disciplinary team 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.

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registration.
• Knowledge or training in ASD strategies/interventions (e.g. PECS, SCERTS, ADOS).
• Post‑graduate training or equivalent experience in child development and neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Experience working with children in a paediatric setting.
• Confidence in using a variety of assessments and treatment approaches.

• Membership of BAOT.
• Membership of a special interest group.
• Clinical educator qualification.
• Experience delivering community‑based child OT services.

The successful applicant will need to be a car driver.

You will be based at one of our Surrey‑wide office hubs with flexibility for hybrid working.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.