Occupational Therapist – Orchard Hill College

Orchard Hill College; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in London seeks an Occupational Therapist to support students with special needs. The role involves designing interventions, managing a diverse caseload, and collaborating with families and professionals to promote student independence. A degree in Occupational Therapy and HPC registration are required. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Degree or Graduate Diploma in Occupational Therapy required.
• UK HPC Registration necessary.
• Experience with people over 16 with learning disabilities or Autism.

Responsibilities

• Promote a person-centered approach.
• Deliver and evaluate specialist Occupational Therapy interventions.
• Collaborate with professionals for coordinated care.
• Provide training on best practices.

Skills

Person-centred approach

Occupational Therapy interventions

Collaboration with professionals

Training and support

Education

Degree or Graduate Diploma in Occupational Therapy

UK HPC Registration

Job description

As an Occupational Therapist at Orchard Hill College, you’ll work closely with students, teaching teams, families, and external professionals to design and deliver interventions that are creative, functional, and always student centred.

Key Responsibilities:
• Promote a person-centred approach that supports student choice, independence, dignity, and inclusion in line with Valuing People, the Human Rights Act, and the Preparing for Adulthood agenda.
• Deliver and evaluate specialist Occupational Therapy interventions, including sensory, seating, upper limb, and functional assessments, while independently managing a diverse caseload and contributing to EHCPs and multi-disciplinary reviews.
• Collaborate with internal and external professionals (e.g. education staff, families, social care, health services) to ensure smooth transitions, coordinated care, and delivery of inclusive, capable environments.
• Provide training, support and guidance to staff, families, and workplaces on best practices in manual handling, sensory and physical adaptations, and functional skill development.
• Maintain professional standards and development, including supervision, CPD, safeguarding responsibilities, data protection compliance, and active participation in audits, clinical governance, and college initiatives.

Key Requirements:
• Degree or Graduate Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• UK HPC Registration
• Experience with people over 16 who have severe/profound and multiple learning disabilities and / or Autism