Occupational Therapist – Specialist School

Liquid Personnel; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A private educational provider in Chigwell is seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist to join their specialist school team. The role involves delivering high-quality interventions and supporting children with autism and other special educational needs. Candidates should have a degree in Occupational Therapy and experience working with SEN. A supportive work environment and opportunities for career development are offered.

Benefits

Supportive clinical supervision

CPD opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Long-term career development

Qualifications

• HCPC registration required.
• Commitment to safeguarding and therapeutic best practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based OT interventions.
• Assess and support pupils with sensory, motor, and functional needs.
• Develop and implement individual therapy plans.
• Collaborate with education and care teams.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people with SEN

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Knowledge of sensory integration and functional assessments

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Title: Occupational Therapist – Specialist School
Location: Chigwell
Setting: Independent Specialist School (Private Provider)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £52,042 per annum (Dependent on Experience)
Working Pattern: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP or dependent on notice period

Job Description:

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with autism, SEMH, ADHD, and associated needs?

If so, Liquid Personnel is recruiting a permanent Occupational Therapist to join a specialist school in Chigwell.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a therapeutic, education-focused environment where your clinical expertise will empower pupils to thrive both in and beyond the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based OT interventions
• Assess and support pupils with sensory, motor, and functional needs
• Develop and implement individual therapy plans
• Collaborate with education and care teams to embed therapeutic strategies
• Contribute to EHCPs and attend review meetings
• Promote independence and participation in school life

Requirements:

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Experience working with children or young people with SEN
• Knowledge of sensory integration and functional assessments
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and therapeutic best practice

Benefits:

• Salary up to £52,042 DOE
• Supportive clinical supervision and CPD opportunities
• Collaborative working within a well-resourced school
• Long-term career development in a specialist setting

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.