Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Neonatal OT

(Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory)

Band: Band 6
Job Role: Neonatal Occupational Therapist - Neonatal Team
Location: UHL/Community, Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Pay Rate: £20 to £22 per hour
Pay Mechanism: Direct Engagement
Contract Duration: 12/03/2025 to 18/05/2025

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust provides high-quality healthcare services across South East London, including University Hospital Lewisham (UHL). The trust is known for its expertise in neonatal and maternity services, ensuring the best outcomes for newborns and their families through dedicated and compassionate care.

We are seeking an experienced Band 6 Specialist Neonatal Occupational Therapist to work autonomously within the neonatal AHP team at UHL. This role involves providing an advanced OT service for high-risk neonates, ensuring tailored developmental assessments and interventions for premature infants.

• Conduct comprehensive developmental assessments for premature infants.
• Deliver specialist neonatal OT services for high-risk neonates.
• Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary neonatal AHP team.
• Provide expert guidance to parents and caregivers on infant development.
• Implement early interventions to enhance neurodevelopmental outcomes.

• BSc/MSc in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registered.
• Experience working as a Band 5 OT in neonatal or paediatric settings.
• Expertise in developmental assessments for premature infants.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and within an MDT.

Send your updated CV to or call for more information. Please quote Job Reference: BS/10092/OT1.