Occupational Therapist – Children’s Services

Our client is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to support children and young people with a range of physical, sensory, and developmental needs in Walsall. The role involves specialist assessments, equipment provision, and managing complex housing adaptations through DFG pathways.

Working Pattern: Hybrid – 2 days per week in the office. Touchdown office space is available Monday to Friday between visits.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive children’s OT assessments, including functional, sensory, and environmental evaluations.
• Develop and implement intervention plans to support independence, participation, and safety.
• Provide expert advice and recommendations on moving & handling and specialist equipment.
• Carry out DFG assessments and manage complex Disabled Facilities Grant applications in line with legislation and housing requirements.
• Work collaboratively with families, therapy teams, education services, housing services, and social workers.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to multi-disciplinary planning.

Required Experience & Knowledge

• Degree / Diploma in Occupational Therapy (essential).
• Experience completing children’s OT assessments.
• Strong understanding of sensory needs.
• Demonstrable experience in moving & handling and prescribing specialist equipment.
• Knowledge of DFG legislation, housing standards, and managing complex DFG cases.
• Must be a driver.

Referral Bonus: Know an OT who may be interested? Refer them and earn a bonus when they start!

• Free DBS and compliance service
• Twice weekly payroll and ‘Faster Pay’ service, getting you paid more quickly
• Access to exclusive roles that aren’t available from other agencies
• Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal
• Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge
• Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK
• “Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*
• “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us *