Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Job Title: Children’s Occupational Therapist (OT) – Immediate Start

Location: Devon and/or Cornwall (flexible working across counties)

Contract: Self-employed (with potential employed role in the future)

Salary: Excellent private rates of pay

Start Date: Immediate

We are seeking a motivated, reliable, and child-centred Children’s Occupational Therapist to join a growing private practice delivering high-quality occupational therapy services across Devon and Cornwall.

This role is suitable for an OT who is confident working independently, enjoys variety, and is passionate about supporting children with developmental and neurodevelopmental needs.

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car
• Experience working with children with developmental needs and/or neurodivergence
• Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check
• Reliable, professional, and flexible
• Approachable, engaging, and able to build strong relationships with children and families

• Sensory Integration training
• Experience working with children with Autism and/or ADHD
• Experience contributing to EHCPs
• Handwriting assessment and intervention experience

• Carrying out occupational therapy assessments in home, school, and community settings
• Writing clear, professional assessment reports, goals, progress notes, and recommendations
• Contributing to and writing EHCP advice
• Developing and delivering individualized therapy programmes

• Fine motor skills
• Gross motor skills
• Coordination and motor planning
• Handwriting assessment and support
• Sensory integration therapy (where qualified)
• Liaising with families, schools, and other professionals

• Excellent private rates of pay
• Flexible working across Devon and/or Cornwall
• Varied and rewarding caseload
• Supportive professional environment
• Opportunity to move into an employed role in the future if desired

If you are a keen, fun, and approachable OT who is passionate about making a meaningful difference to children and families, we would be pleased to hear from you.

To apply: Please submit your CV and a brief covering statement outlining your experience and availability.