Occupational Therapist

Job description

Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Term Time – Liverpool & Wirral

£40,000 FTE DOE

Full-time, term time only

Community-based role with travel around Liverpool/Wirral

*To apply for this role, you must have a full UK driving licence and access to your own car*

Are you a paediatric Occupational Therapist looking to make a real difference in children’s lives? We are working exclusively with a paediatric occupational therapy service supporting children and young people with a wide range of developmental needs. This role is based in schools and the community, offering the chance to take ownership of your own caseloads while receiving guidance and mentorship from a highly specialist Occupational Therapist.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload and diary, delivering assessments and interventions across community settings.
• Provide school and home-based occupational therapy support, liaising with parents, SENCOs, teachers, and external professionals.
• Conduct assessments for a wide range of conditions, including sensory processing difficulties, dyspraxia, autism spectrum condition, ADHD, cerebral palsy, and Down syndrome.
• Supervise newly qualified Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, and student placements.
• Support and model high standards of practice, contributing to service development and team growth.

Skills & Experience

• Qualified Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration and RCOT membership
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience in paediatric occupational therapy
• Strong clinical reasoning and confidence in assessment, intervention planning, and professional reporting
• Experience building effective relationships with children, young people, families, and multi-disciplinary teams
• Commitment to ongoing CPD and reflective practice

Benefits

• Flexible, supportive working environment with team peer support
• Allocated time for CPD and professional development
• Paid Christmas shutdown with 30 days annual leave
• Mileage reimbursed at 45p per mile
• Private healthcare plan
• Exposure to a diverse, rewarding caseload in schools and community settings

Contact Details

To apply, please contact Jenny Marr on 0161 672 3174 or email your CV to jmarr@compassltd.co.uk

Recommendations

Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy. Successful referrals will receive a £500 voucher or charitable donation following completion of probation.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Liverpool

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English