Bank Band 7 Occupational Therapist - Surrey
| Posting date: | 10 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £27.08 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | £27.08 - £27.08 an hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 January 2026 |
| Location: | Chertsey, KT16 8LA |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | E0279-25-2104 |
Summary
As aBank Band 7 Occupational Therapistwe value you and your wellbeing, offering a range of benefits to help you feel supported and appreciated: Flexible Shift Booking Self-book bank shifts and request time off up to six weeks in advance for a better work-life balance. Wagestream Access Track and access earned wages anytime, avoiding high-interest loans or overdrafts. Professional Growth Gain experience across various services, access free training, and join our Strive for Better professional network. 24/7 Well-being Support Free counselling, legal advice, financial guidance, and career coaching. Innovative Culture Share ideas, apply for national funding, and contribute to service improvements. Recognition & Engagement Nominate colleagues for awards and participate in executive Q&A sessions. Commitment to Excellence Be part of a team with "Good" or "Outstanding" CQC-rated services. Ideal Candidate Essential Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy; HCPC registered and RCOT member Post-graduate training/experience in child development, neurodevelopmental conditions (ASD, ADHD), sensory needs Strong evidence of ongoing CPD and substantial post-registration paediatric experience Skilled in paediatric OT assessment, intervention planning (including SMART goals), and delivery of tailored programmes Confident managing a varied caseload with complex needs and working effectively within multidisciplinary and educational settings Experience supervising OT staff/assistants and delivering training Good knowledge of child development, specialist equipment, postural management, safeguarding, SEND processes and relevant health/education policies Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain complex or sensitive information to children, families and professionals Strong problem-solving, clinical reasoning, time-management and IT skills; accurate written records Able to adapt practice, work independently, manage pressure, and engage in physically active sessions Full UK driving licence and access to a car for work Desirable Membership of a relevant Special Interest Group Clinical Educator qualification NHS experience and involvement in student education Other requirements:the successful applicant will need to be a car driver Please see attached Job Description for full Personal Specification.