Occupational Therapist – St Dominic’s School

Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust; Hambledon; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust is seeking a dedicated professional for a full-time role (36 hours per week, term time only). The position aligns with an NHS Band 5–7 equivalent, with an actual salary ranging from £28,769.10 to £50,219.20 depending on experience. Applications by CV are not considered; interviews will take place ASAP.

Closing Date: 13 September 2026. The organisation reserves the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are received.

Qualifications

• Actual £28,769.10 - £50,219.20 (Benchmarked to NHS Band 5 scale point 19 – NHS band 7 scale point 36), depending on experience.

Job description

Actual £28,769.10 - £50,219.20 (Benchmarked to NHS Band 5 scale point 19 – NHS band 7 scale point 36), depending on experience., Full time, 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Term time only,

Please note that CV applications cannot be considered.

To ensure a fair opportunity for all applicants, candidates who have applied for this position in the past 6 months will not be considered.

Closing Date: 13 September 2026

Interviews will take place on: ASAP

To help us manage applications effectively, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are received.

Safeguarding Statement

Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointments made will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

In line with the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, the Trust will request and review references and carry out online searches on shortlisted candidates prior to interview as part of our safer recruitment process. Any concerns raised will be followed up with the applicant before a recruitment decision is made.