Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Job summary

Are you an experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist - or an enthusiastic newly qualified OT passionate about working with children and young people? We'd love to hear from you.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our welcoming and supportive Children and Young People's Therapy Service at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. You'll be working alongside a highly skilled multi-disciplinary team made up of Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapists, Therapy Support Practitioners and administrators.

This role is primarily full time, but we're happy to talk about part-time or flexible working options. It's perfect for clinicians already working in paediatrics or those looking to build their career in this rewarding field. We're also welcoming applications from final-year OT students - this can be a developmental post and we'll support your transition into the role.

Important note for students: When applying, you'll need to answer "Yes" to the question that asks if you're registered with the HCPC, even if you're not registered yet. This is just to ensure your application can be submitted - we absolutely welcome your interest!

Main duties of the job

Join a friendly, values-driven team committed to making a real difference for children and families across Somerset. Our service is made up of four area teams working flexibly across clinics, homes, and schools to support local communities.

We value strong partnerships and are embedded in local education and healthcare networks. You'll receive regular supervision, in-house CPD, shadowing and training opportunities--your development is our priority.

This role is part of the Children and Young People's Therapy Service, where you'll manage your own caseload and contribute to shared learning within a supportive, multidisciplinary team.

You will:

• Deliver individual and group therapy using evidence-based approaches tailored to each child's needs.
• Build trusted relationships with families, schools and health partners to support daily function and participation.
• Use well-equipped clinic spaces with a wide range of resources.
• Adapt interventions to meet the cultural, linguistic and individual needs of each child.
• Work jointly with Speech and Language Therapists and Physiotherapists to ensure joined-up care.
• Get involved in service development, audits, and improvement initiatives.
• Benefit from structured supervision and ongoing support to help you grow in your role.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.