Occupational Therapist

xander.vincere.io; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,950 - 50,050; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid school holidays

Comprehensive training

Access to wellbeing support

Flexible benefits package

Medical cashback scheme

High street discounts

Refer-a-friend bonus

Job summary

Trades Workforce Solutions is looking for a qualified Occupational Therapist in Bristol to support children with autism and complex needs. This full-time role provides an opportunity to deliver therapeutic interventions in a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities include assessment and intervention while collaborating with education teams. The position offers a competitive salary including full paid school holidays, comprehensive training, and a flexible benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children and young people with complex needs.
• Ability to deliver therapeutic interventions confidently.
• Experience in collaborative working around the needs of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinically informed assessment and intervention.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions to children.
• Support and guide staff teams.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Occupational Therapist registered with HCPC

Job description

Role: Occupational Therapist

Location: Bristol

Salary: £45500 – (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits

Full Time – Term Time Only

A specialist education provider is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to join a multi-disciplinary clinical team supporting children and young people with autism and complex additional needs.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a purpose-built specialist school environment for pupils aged 5–19. The setting offers excellent facilities including dedicated therapy spaces, sports facilities, outdoor learning areas, and tailored support environments designed to meet a wide range of needs.

The Role

Working as part of an integrated clinical and education team, you will support children and young people with a range of needs including:

• Autism spectrum conditions
• Developmental trauma
• Neurodevelopmental differences
• Special educational needs

You will provide clinically informed assessment, intervention, and therapeutic support while working collaboratively with education and residential care teams to help create positive learning and living environments.

The successful candidate will also contribute through:

• Delivering therapeutic interventions
• Providing consultation and guidance to staff teams
• Running workshops and training sessions
• Supporting therapeutic strategies across the wider setting
• Promoting positive outcomes for children and young people

Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be a qualified Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC
• Have experience supporting children and young people with complex needs
• Be confident delivering therapeutic interventions
• Have experience working collaboratively around the needs of a child or young person
• Be organised, proactive, and able to use initiative
• Be an effective communicator, trainer, and team contributor
• Be committed to improving outcomes for young people

Benefits

The organisation offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Competitive salary
• Full paid school holidays including bank holidays
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Structured clinical development and career progression opportunities
• Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance services
• Flexible benefits package
• Medical cashback scheme for healthcare costs
• High street discounts
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
• Supportive multi-disciplinary clinical network

This is an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Therapist looking to work within a highly supportive specialist environment where therapeutic practice is embedded into everyday learning and care.

To apply, contact Jamie Carroll on 01616768822 or email [e-mail]