Paediatric Occupational Therapist- SEN School

Are you a Band 6 or Band 7 Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding locum role in Berkshire?We have an exciting opportunity within an acute general rehabilitation setting, offering excellent pay, flexibility, and a supportive working environment!

• Job Title: Occupational Therapist – Band 6/7
• Location: Reading
• Duration: Ongoing
• Schedule: Full-time (part-time applicants considered)
• Start Date: June/ September 
• End Date: Ongoing
• Rate of Pay: £27–£34 per hour (depending on experience)

• Contact: Hannah Khalique – /

What You’ll Be Doing:

Join a dynamic therapy team within an acute general rehabilitation setting, providing essential support to patients recovering from illness, injury, or surgery. In this role, you will:

• Carry out comprehensive functional assessments
• Develop and implement tailored rehabilitation plans
• Support patients in regaining independence and function
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies
• Provide discharge planning and home assessments
• Maintain accurate, detailed clinical documentation

Requirements & Qualifications:

To succeed in this role, candidates will need:

• Current and valid HCPC registration
• Proven experience in acute/general rehabilitation settings
• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Previous NHS or UK-based occupational therapy experience (essential)

Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This role is offered on a full-time basis, though part-time applicants are also welcomed. The contract is ongoing, with the potential for extension depending 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 Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Radiographers, Sonographers, Speech & Language Therapists, and other AHPs find high-quality jobs that match their skills and career goals.

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