Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Service Lead

Are you an experienced, confident, and forward-thinking Occupational Therapist ready to shape something entirely new? We’re seeking a passionate OT who’s eager to build a service from the ground up — in collaboration with a highly respected team of Speech and Language Therapists already working with nearly 100 education settings across London.

The Opportunity

This isn’t just another OT role — it’s a unique chance to lead the development of an Occupational Therapy service for schools. As the first OT in the multidisciplinary team, you’ll work closely with leadership to design, implement and evolve a service that reflects the needs of local schools, families, and children.

Instead of applying to a set job description, we’re initially inviting conversations with Occupational Therapists who are excited by the idea of shaping their own role. This collaborative approach allows us to build something truly innovative — together.

What Makes This Role Special?

• Create and lead a brand-new OT service from scratch
• Collaborate with a dynamic team of Speech and Language Therapists
• Influence service design and strategic planning
• Support and supervise future OT team members as the service grows
• Contribute to the development of a family-focused OT clinic, complementing our successful SLT clinic
• Salary from £53,800, with scope for discussion based on experience

About You

We’re looking to speak with OTs who are:

• HCPC-registered and eligible to work in the UK
• Experienced in working within UK educational settings
• Confident communicators who thrive in collaborative environments
• Driven to make a meaningful impact in children’s lives
• Excited by innovation, autonomy, and the opportunity to grow a new service

This role offers an exceptional career development opportunity for someone who enjoys blazing trails and improving outcomes for children and schools.

Working with Archer Resourcing Ltd:
We have been helping professionals find exciting new roles for a number of years, so we know exactly where to look when it comes to sourcing the best opportunities. We operate across the UK, and, with amazing relationships with the biggest employers in UK education and support services, we give you the best chance of landing your next role.

We have a reputation for recruiting efficiently, however, we can only respond to candidates who meet the exact requirements of the position. If you have any queries about a role or application, please call Archer direct on the provided contact details.

Due to the high demand of CVs received, we are unable to respond to all applications. However, we may hold your CV on file and contact you for future suitable roles.

We also offer a £250 referral bonus should you know of anyone who may be interested.
Must be eligible to work in the U.K.

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