Occupational Therapist

Job Role: Occupational therapist
Location: South Kensington - London
Salary: £37,000 - £49,000 per annum
Working period: Full-time and Part time available
Working Hours: TBC
Assignment Period: 40 hours per week, 37 weeks per year (term time only)

About the Role:

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated school team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD). You will be responsible for providing intervention, therapy, and pupil learning support, ensuring pupils receive tailored occupational therapy to aid their development and integration within the curriculum.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Plan, deliver, and evaluate occupational therapy interventions for pupils
2. Assess, record, and report on pupil progress, providing progress reports for annual reviews
3. Provide targets for integration into Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in collaboration with parents and teaching staff
4. Maintain accurate intervention records and participate in appraisals
5. Supervise students and therapy assistants when required
6. Ensure safeguarding support for pupils both onsite and during external activities
7. Participate in staff and therapy team meetings, wholeschool events, and provide cover as needed

What We Are Looking For:

1. Qualified Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration
2. Minimum 2 years' experience in an OT position
3. Experience working with children with SEN/SpLD
4. Strong IT literacy for clinical and administrative tasks
5. Knowledge of relevant risk management, health & safety, and child protection practices
6. Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team

Desirable Skills & Experience:

1. Experience working in a school setting
2. Ability to implement behaviour support strategies and create structured care plans
3. Sound clinical judgement and decision-making skills for complex cases

What We Offer:

1. Workplace pension scheme
2. Daily lunch provided when onsite
3. Breakfast provided twice weekly when onsite

If you are ready to take on this rewarding role and contribute to a team dedicated to delivering high-quality care, we would love to hear from you.