PAEDIATRIC PHYSIOTHERAPIST

FULL-TIME BAND 6. FLEXIBLE HOURS, PERMANENT.
BASED IN COPFORD (COLCHESTER) OR BRENTWOOD

We're seeking an experienced HCPC-registered Physiotherapist to join our expanding team. You'll provide comprehensive physiotherapy to children and young people across clinic, home, and school settings, working with a varied caseload including cerebral palsy, developmental delay, acquired brain injury, musculoskeletal conditions, and complex needs.

You'll work as part of our multi-disciplinary team alongside experienced Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and a Speech & Language Therapist, with opportunities to develop specialist skills in areas such as Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI), spider cage therapy, intensive therapy programmes, and CIMT. You'll also contribute to EHCP physiotherapy assessments and reports, supporting children to access the right provision for their needs.

Essential Requirements:

• HCPC registration (Physiotherapist)

• Band 6 experience in paediatric/children's physiotherapy

• Experience managing your own complex caseload with minimal supervision

• Experience writing professional reports for education and health settings

• Excellent communication skills with children, families, and multi-disciplinary colleagues

• Full UK driving licence (due to home visits and school-based work)

• Right to work in the UK

Desirable:

• Member of APCP (Association of Paediatric Chartered Physiotherapists)

• Experience with neurological conditions including cerebral palsy

• Training or experience in DMI, spider cage therapy, intensive therapy, or CIMT

• Experience with EHCP assessments and report writing

• Experience supervising junior staff and students

• Familiarity with Essex, Suffolk, or East Anglian paediatric services and referral pathways

PAEDIATRIC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
– FULL-TIME OR TERM-TIME

BAND 6. FULL-TIME OR TERM-TIME – FLEXIBLE HOURS, PERMANENT

BASED IN COPFORD (COLCHESTER) OR BRENTWOOD

We're seeking an experienced HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist to join our expanding team. You'll provide comprehensive occupational therapy to children across clinic, home, and school settings, working with a varied caseload including sensory processing, developmental coordination, fine motor skills, and complex needs.

A key part of this role involves conducting EHCP assessments and writing education reports, supporting children to access the right provision for their learning. This assessment work complements your ongoing clinical caseload, offering the rewarding opportunity to follow children throughout their entire therapy journey.

Essential Requirements:

• HCPC registration (Occupational Therapist)

• Experience with paediatric/children's occupational therapy

• Experience writing professional reports for education settings

• Experience working with schools, SENCOs, and education professionals

• Full UK driving licence (due to home visits and school-based work)

• Right to work in the UK

Desirable:

• Band 6 experience or experienced Band 5 ready to progress to Band 6

• Knowledge of standardised paediatric assessments (BOHA, Movement ABC, DASH, Sensory Profile 2)

• Experience with sensory integration, fine motor development, or developmental coordination disorders

• Previous EHCP report writing experience

• Familiarity with Essex, Suffolk or Cambridgeshire education/SEND systems

About Kids' Therapy Works:

We're a well-established, family-led pediatric therapy practice serving Essex, Cambridgeshire, and beyond. Our young, dynamic multi-disciplinary team includes Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech & Language Therapists, and trusted charity partners.

Work settings include:

• Three well-equipped clinics (Copford/Colchester, Stanway, Brentwood)

• Home visits across Essex, Suffolk, Hertfordshire and Cambridgeshire

• School-based assessments and therapy sessions

You will be:

• Motivated and enthusiastic, dedicated to delivering a high-quality service

• Experienced in paediatric OT assessment and treatment across diverse presentations

• Committed to making a real difference to the lives of children, young people and their families

• A team player, keen to use your individual skills and experience to shape our developing service

• Organised and able to demonstrate good time management, prioritisation and delegation

• Comfortable working with schools, families, and multidisciplinary teams

We offer:

• Competitive salary

• Flexible working - Choose full-time, part-time, or term-time only arrangements

• Clinical autonomy - Shape your own caseload and treatment approaches

• Regular clinical supervision - Support your professional development and progression

• CPD opportunities - Access to training in specialist areas

• Supportive team environment - Work alongside experienced physios, OTs, and SLT in a collaborative culture

• Modern facilities - Three well-equipped clinics

• Varied, rewarding caseload - Balance between ongoing clinical work and EHCP assessment

Why Join Kids' Therapy Works?

You'll work with children across the full spectrum of their therapy journey - from initial assessments through to achieving their developmental goals.

You'll be part of a growing practice (established 2010) with an excellent reputation across Essex and beyond, working with respected charities including Tree of Hope, Just4Children, and REACH Equine Therapy.

Our therapists enjoy genuine clinical autonomy, supportive peer supervision, and the satisfaction of making a lasting difference to children and families every day.

Apply by email to careers@kidstherapy.works attaching your CV please with the subject line "Paediatric OT Application - [Your Name]".

Full job description available on request.

Questions? Call us on 01206 212 849 to discuss the role informally before applying.

Kids' Therapy Works is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace.