Occupational Therapist - SEND & SEMH Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Alvescot; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Locum flexibility

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Picturesque location

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join a SEND and SEMH team in Alvescot, Oxfordshire. This ongoing locum role is part-time, two days per week, with a focus on delivering assessments and interventions for children and young people with SEND.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team to support EHCP outcomes, provide guidance to families and school staff, and ensure high-quality, person-centred therapy. HCPC registration and OT degree are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registration.
• Experience with SEND, autism, ADHD and SEMH needs.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload independently.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• Knowledge of sensory integration and MDT collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver OT assessments and interventions for children and young people with SEND.
• Provide support and guidance for autism, ADHD and SEMH needs.
• Develop and implement person-centred therapy programmes to improve independence and wellbeing.
• Assess functional, sensory and developmental needs to tailor interventions.
• Collaborate with educational, care and clinical teams to support holistic EHCP outcomes.
• Offer advice and training to families, carers and school staff.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and reports.
• Participate in multidisciplinary reviews and care planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Caseload management

Report writing

Sensory integration knowledge

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Job Title: Occupational Therapist – SEND and SEMH Team

Specialism: Occupational Therapy / SEND / Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)

Location: Alvescot, Oxfordshire, UK

Salary: £35.00–£40.00 per hour, depending on experience

Type: Locum, Part-Time – Ongoing

Working Hours: 2 days per week

Perks and benefits

• Locum flexibility: Enjoy the flexibility and variety of locum work while benefiting from competitive hourly rates and assignments that fit your schedule.

• Professional development: Gain valuable experience working alongside a multidisciplinary team, including Speech and Language Therapists, Psychologists, and Residential Care staff.

• Collaborative environment: Work in a supportive setting where ideas and strategies are shared openly, and your expertise and innovative approaches are welcomed.

• Picturesque location: Enjoy the tranquil surroundings of Alvescot while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people.

What you will do

• Deliver Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions tailored to children and young people with SEND.

• Provide support and guidance to individuals with Autism, ADHD, and SEMH needs.

• Develop and implement person-centred therapy programmes aimed at enhancing independence and wellbeing.

• Assess functional, sensory, and developmental needs to tailor interventions effectively.

• Collaborate closely with educational, care, and clinical teams to foster a holistic support environment.

• Contribute actively to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes.

• Offer advice, training, and support to families, carers, and school staff.

• Maintain accurate and detailed clinical records and reports.

• Participate in multidisciplinary reviews and care planning meetings.

• Encourage positive engagement and facilitate independence among the children and young people you support.

Essential Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.

• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

• Experience working with children and young people with SEND, Autism, ADHD, and SEMH needs.

• Strong ability to manage a diverse caseload independently.

• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.

• Knowledge of sensory integration and multidisciplinary team collaboration.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in specialist education settings.

• Familiarity with contributing to EHCP processes.

• Sensory Integration training.

• Experience in residential care environments.

About the role

Step into a fulfilling role as an Occupational Therapist within a dynamic SEND and SEMH team in Alvescot, Oxfordshire. This ongoing locum opportunity allows you to make a significant impact in a specialist setting, working part-time across two days each week.

You will join a supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing an integrated therapeutic and educational environment for children and young people with Autism, ADHD, and SEMH needs. This is an excellent opportunity to use your expertise to help shape young lives positively.

Why Alvescot?

Located in the picturesque Oxfordshire countryside, Alvescot offers a charming and serene environment for both work and life. With its rich history and strong community spirit, it is an inviting place to build your career while enjoying a peaceful and pleasant lifestyle.

Join us and make a difference in this truly special location.