Paediatric Occupational Therapist - EHCP Assessments
| Posting date: | 19 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30 to £40 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 16 December 2025 |
| Location: | London |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 194997 |
Summary
Location: London
Working Pattern: On Site
Contract Type: Temp / Ad-hoc
Pay Rate: £30-£40 per hour
We are seeking an experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist to support a Local Authority in conducting statutory EHCP assessments. You will carry out specialist occupational therapy assessments, provide clear evidence-based recommendations, and contribute to legally compliant EHCPs to support children's development, access to education, and independence. You will work closely with schools, families, and Local Authority teams to ensure integrated support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct paediatric occupational therapy assessments for children undergoing EHCNAs.
- Provide outcome-focused EHCP recommendations.
- Collaborate with schools, families, and multidisciplinary professionals.
- Support annual reviews and contribute to ongoing EHCP processes.
- Maintain accurate clinical records in line with safeguarding and data protection standards.
Requirements:
- BSc/MSc in Occupational Therapy.
- HCPC registration (essential).
- Minimum 2 years' experience working with children and young people with SEND.
- Experience contributing to EHCPs in educational or clinical settings.
- Strong assessment, report-writing, and communication skills.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
- Professional indemnity & public liability insurance.
Desirable:
- Membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT).
- Experience in early years, mainstream, or specialist schools.
- Knowledge of sensory integration, autism, or physical disabilities.
- Experience delivering training to school staff or families.
Additional Information:
- Consultancy position with flexible working.
- Travel to schools/settings may be required.
- All safeguarding and vetting checks must be completed prior to starting.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.
Working Pattern: On Site
Contract Type: Temp / Ad-hoc
Pay Rate: £30-£40 per hour
We are seeking an experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist to support a Local Authority in conducting statutory EHCP assessments. You will carry out specialist occupational therapy assessments, provide clear evidence-based recommendations, and contribute to legally compliant EHCPs to support children's development, access to education, and independence. You will work closely with schools, families, and Local Authority teams to ensure integrated support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct paediatric occupational therapy assessments for children undergoing EHCNAs.
- Provide outcome-focused EHCP recommendations.
- Collaborate with schools, families, and multidisciplinary professionals.
- Support annual reviews and contribute to ongoing EHCP processes.
- Maintain accurate clinical records in line with safeguarding and data protection standards.
Requirements:
- BSc/MSc in Occupational Therapy.
- HCPC registration (essential).
- Minimum 2 years' experience working with children and young people with SEND.
- Experience contributing to EHCPs in educational or clinical settings.
- Strong assessment, report-writing, and communication skills.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
- Professional indemnity & public liability insurance.
Desirable:
- Membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT).
- Experience in early years, mainstream, or specialist schools.
- Knowledge of sensory integration, autism, or physical disabilities.
- Experience delivering training to school staff or families.
Additional Information:
- Consultancy position with flexible working.
- Travel to schools/settings may be required.
- All safeguarding and vetting checks must be completed prior to starting.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.