Clinical Lead Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Principal Occupational Therapist (Paediatrics) – Clinical Lead Are you a senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist ready for a role that genuinely blends clinical autonomy, leadership, and long‑term impact? This is an opportunity to step into a true clinical lead position within an exceptionally designed, fully renovated therapy clinic devoted entirely to supporting children and young people. The environment has been purpose‑created to support sensory integration practice, collaboration, and high‑quality therapeutic outcomes. About the service The clinic supports children and young people from infancy through to adolescence, many presenting with ASD, ADHD, sensory processing differences, developmental coordination difficulties, and complex neurodevelopmental profiles. Families are actively engaged as partners in the process, and therapists are encouraged to take a holistic, life‑cycle approach, supporting children throughout their developmental journey rather than via fragmented episodes of care. The role As Principal Occupational Therapist, you will sit at the heart of the clinical team, leading standards, developing people, and shaping the future direction of OT provision, while maintaining a meaningful caseload. Key responsibilities Lead and supervise a team of Band 5/6/7 Occupational Therapists, providing clinical leadership and line management support Hold a complex paediatric caseload, delivering high‑quality, sensory‑integration‑led assessments and interventions Complete and oversee standardised assessments including BOT‑2, Movement ABC, Sensory Profile 2 and ABAS with evidence‑based reporting for EHCP and tribunal purposes Drive consistency, quality and clinical reasoning across assessment, intervention and documentation Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including SLTs, psychologists and educators Support service development through MDT meetings and strategic planning Training & development This service is deeply committed to clinical excellence and professional growth: Tailored onboarding programme aligned to your leadership remit Immersive training in standardised paediatric assessments Ongoing senior clinical supervision and peer reflection Funded Ayres Sensory Integration® training, with mentorship from an internationally recognised SI practitioner What you’ll bring HCPC‑registered Occupational Therapist with a relevant degree Minimum 5 years’ OT experience, including 2+ years in paediatrics Experience in a senior, lead or supervisory capacity Sensory integration certification or strong SI experience with commitment to formal ASI® qualification Confidence supporting families with complex presentations UK right to work Benefits ~28 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) ~ Structured 6‑month salary review ~ Employee Assistance Programme ~24/7 GP access, legal support and wellbeing benefits ~ Fitness and lifestyle discounts