Occupational Therapist (OT)

Teaching Vacancies; Swanley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkwood Hall Academy is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support pupils with SEND within a school-based setting. You will undertake assessments, formulate therapeutic recommendations and deliver evidence-based interventions aimed at improving functional outcomes.

You will develop personalised therapy plans aligned with EHCP objectives, working closely with educators, families and external professionals to promote inclusion and achievement.

Qualifications

• Recognised Occupational Therapy qualification (essential)
• Strong communication and organisational skills (essential)
• Commitment to child-centred, evidence-based practice (essential)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team (essential)
• Experience with SEND, autism, SEMH or developmental trauma is advantageous but not essential

Responsibilities

• Undertake Occupational Therapy assessments and formulate therapeutic recommendations.
• Deliver evidence-based individual and group interventions.
• Develop and review personalised therapy programmes aligned with EHCP outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with education and care colleagues to create therapeutic learning environments.
• Provide consultation, training and guidance to staff teams.
• Contribute to reports, Annual Reviews and multi-disciplinary planning.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and professional standards in line with HCPC and RCOT guidance.

Skills

OT qualification

Communication

Organisation

Child-centred practice

Education

Occupational Therapy degree

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

You will be joining an established Occupational Therapy team that includes two Senior Therapists, offering excellent opportunities for support, supervision, collaboration and professional development.

The Role

As part of our integrated therapeutic approach, you will:

• Undertake Occupational Therapy assessments and formulate therapeutic recommendations.
• Deliver evidence-based individual and group interventions.
• Develop and review personalised therapy programmes aligned with EHCP outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with education and care colleagues to create therapeutic learning environments.
• Provide consultation, training and guidance to staff teams.
• Contribute to reports, Annual Reviews and multi-disciplinary planning.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and professional standards in line with HCPC and RCOT guidance.

About You

We welcome applications from therapists at all stages of their career.

You will have:

• A recognised Occupational Therapy qualification (essential)
• Strong communication and organisational skills (essential)
• A commitment to child-centred, evidence-based practice (essential)
• The ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team (essential)
• Experience of working with children and young people with SEND, autism, SEMH needs or developmental trauma would be advantageous but is not essential.

Why Join Us?

At Parkwood Hall Academy, we are passionate about creating a culture where everyone can Belong, Grow and Succeed. We offer:

• A supportive and experienced therapy team.
• Regular clinical supervision and professional development.
• Opportunities to develop specialist skills in a school-based setting.
• A collaborative and innovative working environment.
• The chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people.

What the school offers its staff

We offer a supportive and collaborative environment where Occupational Therapists are valued as key members of our SEND team. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils' educational experiences, access ongoing professional development, and work closely with staff, families and external professionals to promote independence, inclusion and achievement.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.