Occupational Therapist
National Autistic Society
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Job summary
National Autistic Society in Southall is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join a transdisciplinary team delivering a high‑quality, neuroaffirming OT service for autistic children and young people.
You will be HCPC registered, RCOT member, and work with families to support outcomes, with supervision, CPD, and a supportive team culture.
Qualifications
- HCPC registered and RCOT member.
- Experience or strong interest in working with autistic children and young people.
- Committed to neuroaffirming, strengths-based, and evidence-informed practice.
Responsibilities
- Join a transdisciplinary team delivering a high-quality, neuroaffirming Occupational Therapy service for autistic children and young people.
- Contribute to the delivery of OT interventions and support plans.
- Collaborate with pupils, families and colleagues to improve outcomes.
- Participate in supervision and continuing professional development (CPD).
- Maintain professional standards and reflect on practice to ensure best outcomes.
- Demonstrate empathy, commitment and consistency in daily work.
Skills
Job description
To protect our autistic pupils and young adults within the National Autistic Society, all employees will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks which will include additional references and criminal background checks.
At the National Autistic Society, we provide services that support autistic children and young people. You will join a transdisciplinary team, contributing to the delivery of a high-quality, neuroaffirming, evidence-informed Occupational Therapy service for autistic children and young people with diverse profiles and associated needs,
Sybil Elgar is an outstanding specialist school for autistic children and young people aged 4 ½ to 22 years old. We have over 50 years experience in providing a holistic and personalised education within a caring and safe environment. Our creative approach, and focus on independent life skills help every autistic child to learn and develop.
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who:
- Is HCPC registered and a member of RCOT
- Has experience (or a strong interest) in working with autistic children and young people
- Is committed to neuroaffirming, strengths-based, and evidence-informed practice
- Enjoys collaborative, transdisciplinary working
- Has strong communication, organisational, and reflective practice skills
- Is motivated, compassionate, and committed to improving outcomes for pupils and families
Whether you are developing your specialist autism experience or bringing established expertise, you will be supported through supervision, CPD, and a strong team culture.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is patient, kind, and supportive
- Understands that people communicate, learn, and experience the world in different ways
- Works well with pupils, families, and colleagues
- Can work independently and as part of a team
- Is flexible, proactive, and positive
Most importantly, we are looking for someone who genuinely cares about children and young people and brings empathy, commitment, and consistency to their work every day.
This role is a permanent contract (35 hours per week) with 12 weeks paid holiday a year, which must be taken within the existing school holidays for your school. This is to ensure our pupils receive the continuous support they require while at school.
- Pension– Auto-enrolled pension scheme.
- Training – Great induction and training, including autism training.
- Discounts– Online staff discount scheme for shopping, cycling, tech, and more (e.g., Asda, Tesco, Nike, Apple).
- Healthcare– Cash plan for permanent staff.
- Life Assurance – 2x your base salary.
- Flexible Benefits – Options like private health, dental insurance, holiday trading, enhanced pension.
- Support – 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme and counselling.
- Mindfulness – Free Headspace app for you and up to 3 family/friends.
- Blue Light Card – Eligibility for discounts.
Agencies need not apply.
Please note the National Autistic Society are unable to provide sponsorship for Visas.
The National Autistic Society may use artificial intelligence (AI) to assist our recruitment team with reviewing applications for this role. All application decisions are made by people and are not determined automatically by AI.
We are an equal opportunities employer and part of the Disability Confident Employer scheme.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme.
About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.
National Autistic Society
Southall
Permanent Full time
National Autistic Society
Southall
Permanent Full time
National Autistic Society
Southall
Permanent Full time
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Company: National Autistic Society Salary: Not specified Hours: Full-time Location: Southall, UB2 4NY Job type: Permanent Posting date: 20 Oct 2026 Closing date: 19 Nov 2026
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