CAMHS Occupational Therapist – North West London

CAMHS Occupational Therapist

Permanent | Full Time
North West London
Private Hospital Setting

A specialist private hospital in North West London is seeking a dedicated and compassionate CAMHS Occupational Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team on a permanent basis.

This 26-bed inpatient hospital provides specialist treatment for children and young people aged 8–18 years with complex mental and physical health needs, including disordered eating and Eating Disorders. The service offers a therapeutic and recovery-focused environment where young people receive highly specialised, evidence-based care from an experienced MDT.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting young people through meaningful therapeutic interventions that promote independence, emotional regulation, daily living skills, and positive engagement in recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist occupational therapy assessments and interventions to children and adolescents within an inpatient CAMHS setting

• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans tailored to each young person’s needs

• Facilitate therapeutic groups and one-to-one interventions

• Support young people with emotional regulation, sensory needs, daily living skills, routine development, and community reintegration

• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, dietitians, and therapists

• Contribute to discharge planning and ongoing risk management

• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with professional standards

Requirements

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist

• Experience working within CAMHS, mental health, Eating Disorders, or inpatient settings

• Strong understanding of child and adolescent mental health presentations

• Excellent communication and teamworking skills

• Passion for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team

• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development

• Access to clinical supervision and career progression pathways

• Generous annual leave entitlement

• Pension scheme and additional staff wellbeing benefits

This is an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Therapist looking to develop their career within a highly specialised CAMHS inpatient service and make a meaningful difference to the lives of young people and their families.

For more information or to apply, please contact:

Grace Snedden
0203 833 0782
gsnedden@hg-ahp.com