Occupational Therapist - SEND School

Sanctuary Personnel; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join a multidisciplinary team at a school in Liverpool. This role involves delivering therapeutic support to children with complex needs, collaborating with various professionals, and offering mentorship. The position offers a competitive salary and full school holidays off, promoting a work-life balance.

Benefits

Medical cover

High-street discounts

Personalized benefits

Qualifications

• Registered Occupational Therapist with experience in SEND needs.
• Skilled in individualized therapy delivery.
• Proactive and committed to positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Lead clinical assessments and planning.
• Provide training to educational and care teams.
• Mentor OT apprentice.

Skills

Experience with children and young people

Evidence-based therapy approaches

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

HCPC registration

Job description

Overview

Occupational Therapist - SEND School (Lakeside School)

Location: Liverpool, UK

Salary: £42,187.00 - £50,964.00 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Working Pattern: Term-Time (Full School Holidays + Bank Holidays Off)

Empower Young Minds - Transform Lives Through Occupational Therapy

We are seeking a passionate and forward-thinking Occupational Therapist to join our specialist multidisciplinary team at Lakeside School, a vibrant primary and secondary day school in Liverpool. This is your opportunity to work in an exceptional SEND setting supporting children with ADHD, autism, and communication difficulties, and to play a vital role in shaping therapeutic support that transforms young lives.

Term-Time Working: Enjoy a genuine work-life balance with full school holidays off, including bank holidays.

Competitive Salary: Earn up to £50,964 annually, reflecting your experience and the impact you make.

Clinical Development: Grow your career through our leading CPD programme and gain access to specialist development pathways.

Wellbeing Package: Benefit from medical cover, high-street discounts, and employee assistance resources to support your mental and physical health.

Flexible Benefits: Personalise your benefits to match your needs—whether it’s life insurance, retail offers, or leisure perks.

Stunning Work Environment: Work in a beautifully designed school setting with purpose-built facilities, including an on-site Sensory Integration room.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality therapeutic interventions tailored to children with complex sensory, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Collaborate closely with a dedicated multidisciplinary team including Sensory Integration-trained OTs, Psychologists, and Speech & Language Therapists.
• Lead and contribute to clinical assessments, intervention planning, and ongoing review of therapy outcomes.
• Provide training, consultation, and expert guidance to educational and care teams to ensure therapy is integrated into every aspect of the child’s school life.
• Support the development and learning of our Occupational Therapy Apprentice, acting as a mentor and clinical guide.

What We're Looking For

• HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with demonstrable experience in working with children and young people with complex SEND needs.
• Skilled in delivering individualised therapy, using evidence-based approaches and outcome measures.
• Confident in leading, training, and inspiring colleagues to adopt therapeutic best practices across the school environment.
• Organised, proactive, and committed to delivering positive outcomes for all students.
• Ideally experienced or interested in Sensory Integration, with a collaborative and child-centred approach.

About Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is an award-winning, trusted recruitment partner with an Excellent Trustpilot rating. We are committed to securing the most rewarding roles for our candidates—those that align with your passion, purpose, and expertise.

Application

Apply today and become a vital part of a compassionate team making a measurable difference in the lives of young learners at Lakeside School.