Occupational Therapist - South West London

Aspire People; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a South West London secondary school, supporting pupils with SEND to access learning and develop independence.

You will assess, plan and implement therapy programmes, collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and families, and monitor progress while maintaining records. A relevant OT qualification, school experience, and an enhanced DBS are required.

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised Occupational Therapy qualification and be registered with the relevant professional body.
• Experience working with children or young people in a school/educational setting.
• Strong understanding of SEND and barriers to learning.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, parents and professionals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organised with ability to manage a varied caseload.
• Enhanced DBS via Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Assessing students' functional, sensory, physical and occupational needs.
• Developing and implementing individualised therapy programmes.
• Providing practical strategies to support students' access to learning and participation in school life.
• Working with pupils with SEND, including autism, ADHD, sensory processing difficulties and physical or developmental needs.
• Advising teaching staff on appropriate interventions and adjustments.
• Monitoring and evaluating students' progress and adapting programmes as required.
• Collaborating with SENCO, pastoral team and other professionals.
• Providing advice to parents/carers where appropriate.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential records and reports.

Skills

School experience

Communication

Teamwork

SEND knowledge

Collaboration

Education

Registered Occupational Therapist

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Secondary School

Location: South West London

Salary: £35,000-£50,000 per annum, depending on experience

Contract: Full-time / Long-term

Start Date: ASAP

Recruitment Agency: Aspire People - GCA Approved Education Recruitment Agency

Aspire People are currently recruiting on behalf of a secondary school in South West London for an experienced and passionate Occupational Therapist to join their dedicated pastoral and SEND team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Therapist who is passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers to learning, develop their independence and achieve their full potential within an educational setting.

The Role

As the school's Occupational Therapist, you will work closely with pupils, teachers, SENCO, pastoral staff, families and external professionals to identify and support students with a range of additional needs.

• Assessing students' functional, sensory, physical and occupational needs.
• Developing and implementing individualised therapy programmes.
• Providing practical strategies to support students' access to learning and participation in school life.
• Working with pupils with a range of SEND, including autism, ADHD, sensory processing difficulties and physical or developmental needs.
• Advising teaching and support staff on appropriate interventions and reasonable adjustments.
• Monitoring and evaluating students' progress and adapting programmes where required.
• Working collaboratively with the school's SENCO, pastoral team and wider multidisciplinary professionals.
• Providing advice and guidance to parents/carers where appropriate.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential records and reports.

About You

• Hold a recognised Occupational Therapy qualification and be registered with the relevant professional body.
• Have experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school or educational setting.
• Have a strong understanding of SEND and the barriers that can affect students' learning and development.
• Be confident working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, parents and other professionals.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be proactive, compassionate and able to build positive relationships with young people.
• Be organised and able to manage a varied caseload effectively.
• Have an enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one through Aspire People.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks