Community Children’s Occupational Therapist Role in Peterborough: Make a Lasting Impact, Apply Now

Help children gain confidence in daily life and support families to build brighter futures through hands-on therapy and teamwork.

Location
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

Type
Part Time, 12-month Fixed Term

Salary (£)
£31,049 – £37,796 per annum pro rata

About Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust (CPFT) provides integrated community and mental health, learning disability, and social care services across Cambridgeshire and beyond. They focus on helping people of all ages achieve their best possible health and wellbeing through compassionate, evidence-based care. Their teams bring energy, collaboration, and heart to everything they do. They hire people who care deeply about making a difference in real lives every day.

Job details

Benefits

• Supportive multidisciplinary team that values shared learning and collaboration
• Professional development and training to grow your paediatric skills and career confidence
• Flexible working patterns designed to balance personal and professional life
• Community-based role offering variety and independence across different settings
• Inclusive culture where everyone’s contribution and wellbeing are respected

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy with registration through the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Experience working with children and families in clinical or community environments
• Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills for complex situations
• Commitment to lifelong learning and reflective practice
• Access to a car for business use within community sites
• Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and person-centred care

Salary Details

The role offers a salary between £31,049 and £37,796 per annum (pro rata), aligned to Band 5, with additional benefits supporting your learning and wellbeing.

About the Role

As a Community Children’s Occupational Therapist at CPFT, you’ll work with children and young people aged 0–18 who experience developmental, sensory, or physical challenges that affect everyday participation. Your focus will be helping them thrive at home, in school, and in the community.

You’ll assess, plan, and deliver therapy in diverse settings including the Child Development Centre, special schools, and mainstream education. Alongside families, educators, and healthcare professionals, you’ll identify goals that matter most to each child and create practical, motivating strategies to achieve them.

This role offers a genuine opportunity to make a visible difference. You’ll develop specialist skills in paediatric occupational therapy, contribute to team discussions, and support parents through teaching sessions that build confidence and understanding. Every success story you help create will strengthen both your professional growth and the lives of the families you serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based therapy to help children improve engagement in daily activities
• Collaborate closely with families, educators, and paediatricians to coordinate holistic care
• Manage a clinical caseload efficiently while maintaining high professional standards
• Provide advice and training to parents and carers to support skill development at home
• Contribute to multidisciplinary meetings and service reviews to shape continuous improvement
• Maintain accurate clinical records and uphold professional accountability
• Participate in ongoing learning to develop specialist paediatric knowledge and skills

Each responsibility contributes directly to helping children gain independence and confidence in their everyday lives.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Regrettably, Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust cannot offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applications from candidates requiring sponsorship will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CPFT values equality, diversity, and inclusion. They welcome applications from all backgrounds, particularly from groups currently underrepresented in their workforce, including people with disabilities and individuals from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic communities. Every colleague is supported to bring their authentic self to work.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Elizabeth House, Fulbourn Hospital, Fulbourn, Cambridge, CB21 5EF
• Contact: 0800 953 7016

Reference Number
310-CYPF-7421356-A

How To Apply
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and build your paediatric expertise in a supportive, community-focused environment, apply today to join CPFT in Peterborough and help children reach their full potential.