Band 6/7 Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Are you a Band 6/7 Paediatric Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding locum role in Berkshire?We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!

• Job Title: Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Band 6/7
• Location: Berkshire
• Duration: Long-term locum contract
• Schedule: Part-time (Flexible days, within school hours)
• Start Date: Summer Term or September 2025
• End Date: Ongoing (long-term)
• Rate of Pay: £27–£33 per hour (dependent on experience)

• Contact: Hannah Khalique – /

What You’ll Be Doing:

Join our team as a Paediatric Occupational Therapist and play a key role in improving the lives of children with complex needs in a supportive SEN school setting. In this role, you will:

• Perform comprehensive assessments of students with a range of physical, sensory, and developmental needs
• Create and implement personalised therapy programmes tailored to educational settings
• Deliver evidence-based interventions to optimise students’ functional independence and participation in school life
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including teachers, support staff, speech and language therapists, and families
• Maintain accurate and detailed clinical records in line with professional standards

Requirements & Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A current and valid HCPC registration
• Experience working with children with complex needs, autism, sensory processing difficulties, and/or learning disabilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary school team
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, child-centred care

Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This role offers a flexible part-time working arrangement within a well-established SEN school. Availability is required on agreed weekdays during term time. The contract is long-term with a strong possibility of extension based on service needs and performance.

This opportunity won’t last long! Contact Hannah Khalique today at or email or click below to apply now.

Why Choose Hunter Gatherer AHP?

Hunter Gatherer AHP is a leading UK recruitment agency for Allied Health Professionals (AHPs), specialising in locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We help Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Radiographers, Sonographers, Speech & Language Therapists, and other AHPs find high-quality jobs that match their skills and career goals.

With top locum pay rates, bi-weekly payments, and a 4.8-star Google rating, we provide a trusted, hassle-free recruitment experience. We’re also ranked among the Top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For.

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? Fast & simple AHP locum registration – get set up quickly? A network of like-minded AHP professionals? Reliable, high-paying locum jobs with bi-weekly payroll? Specialist AHP recruitment consultants who understand your field? Exclusive NHS & private sector job opportunities? CV marketing & business development support? Industry insights, networking events & discounted CPD

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