Job Description

Paediatric Occupational Therapist (Children's Services)

Ely (CB6)

This role is open to sponsorship for applicants with a minimum of 2 years Occupational Therapist experience.

Employment Type

Full-time or part-time, permanent position

Salary

31,500-44,962 per year (depending on experience) + benefits

Pay & Benefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience Performance-based pay structure and monthly bonuses 33 days annual leave including bank holidays 10 days contractual sick pay Employer pension contributions Regular CPD funding and protected development time Access to high-quality training and supervision Modern clinic facilities including sensory room, feeding room, and OT gym Supportive multidisciplinary team environment Complimentary lunches during team meetings Regular team social events Flexible working across various community settings Opportunities for teletherapy and hybrid caseloads Strong career development and progression pathways

Working Hours & Shift Pattern

Full-time or part-time hours available Generally weekday daytime working Occasional flexibility may be required for family appointments Working across clinic, community, home, or school settings Breaks arranged around caseload needs Travel required across Ely, Littleport, Lakenheath, Brandon, Newmarket, Bury St Edmunds, Norwich, Cambridge, and surrounding areas

This is a rewarding opportunity for a dedicated Paediatric Occupational Therapist based across Ely, Cambridgeshire and surrounding areas to join a warm, supportive, independent therapy service offering high-quality care to children and families. Working within a modern, child-friendly clinic and community settings, you will help children develop essential daily living, sensory, and motor skills while working alongside a highly collaborative therapy team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a nurturing, flexible environment where clinical autonomy, teamwork, and meaningful client relationships are central to the service.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a varied paediatric caseload of children aged 0-19 with a range of needs Complete high-quality assessments across motor, sensory, and self-care development Develop and deliver individual therapy plans tailored to each child's needs Work across clinic, home, nursery, and school environments Build strong relationships with families, offering guidance and ongoing support Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure joined-up care Maintain accurate and timely documentation and therapy reports Participate in supervision, CPD activities, and service development Adapt therapy approaches based on clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice Contribute to a positive, child-centred therapy environment

Requirements

Degree in Occupational Therapy (HCPC registered or eligible to register) Experience working with children with physical, neurodevelopmental, or sensory needs Newer graduates considered if passionate about paediatrics Strong understanding of motor skills, self-care, and sensory integration Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Confidence working in homes, clinics, nurseries, and schools Full UK driving licence and own vehicle Membership of RCOT (or willingness to join) SEO terms: Children's OT, Paediatric Occupational Therapist, Sensory OT, OT for children

Company Culture

As a Paediatric Occupational Therapist, you'll be joining a truly supportive, kind, and collaborative therapy team known for its warm, family-centred approach. The service values compassionate care, clinical excellence, and shared learning. With a nurturing leadership style, regular supervision, and a strong focus on wellbeing, this is a workplace where people genuinely enjoy coming to work and feel encouraged to grow, contribute ideas, and develop their specialisms.

Why This Role Appeals

Beautiful new clinic with sensory rooms and an OT gym Exceptionally supportive and friendly team culture Meaningful, ongoing work with children and families Clear opportunities for professional development and progression Balanced caseload with flexibility across settings Strong emphasis on wellbeing, supervision, and CPD

Apply Today

If you're a passionate Paediatric Occupational Therapist who wants to make a meaningful impact while being supported to grow, this job role offers the perfect blend of independence, teamwork, and high-quality clinical practice (Private Healthcare setting). Apply today and join a warm, values-led service making a difference across Ely and surrounding areas.

We encourage early applications as interviews are ongoing.