Occupational Therapist - Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames

Aspire People; Twickenham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant

Growing SEN Trust across two sites

Refer a friend scheme £100-£250

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our SEN Trust across two sites in Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames. You will deliver high-quality OT support to pupils with a range of needs and contribute to a growing new site from primary to post-16 provision.

You will hold a degree in OT with HCPC registration, work across two sites, and engage in multidisciplinary planning and reporting to support EHCPs while adhering to safeguarding policies.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Degree in Occupational Therapy and be HCPC registered.
• Experience working with children and young people with SEND is desirable.
• Strong assessment and report writing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver sensory and motor sessions across two sites.
• Carry out detailed assessments of pupils' sensory, physical and functional needs.
• Write pupil-centred reports to inform EHCP reviews and MDT planning.
• Deliver 1:1 interventions tailored to individual pupil profiles.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals.
• Provide staff training to embed sensory and motor strategies across the curriculum.
• Maintain accurate records and adhere to safeguarding and health & safety policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Flexible working

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames

Full Time Position (Term Time Only) | ASAP Start

Location: Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames

Salary: Up to Band 6 (NHS Scale), dependent on experience

We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and adaptable Occupational Therapist to join a well-regarded SEN Trust across two sites in Richmond upon Thames, including a brand new site that is growing from primary through to post-16 provision over the next five years. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of something genuinely special, with the chance to help shape provision from the ground up.

This is a rewarding position for an OT who wants variety, real impact and the opportunity to work across an established secondary setting alongside an exciting, growing new site, with a caseload that's meaningful and a contribution that makes a genuine difference every day.

About the Role:

Working across both sites, you will provide high-quality occupational therapy support to pupils with a range of physical, sensory and developmental needs, adapting your approach across two very different site environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging sensory and motor skills sessions across both sites
• Carry out detailed assessments of pupils' sensory, physical and functional needs
• Write clear, accurate, and pupil-centred reports to inform EHCP reviews, progress tracking and wider MDT planning
• Deliver specialist 1:1 interventions where appropriate, tailored to individual pupil profiles and targets
• Collaborate closely with teachers, SENCOs, teaching assistants and external professionals
• Provide guidance and training to school staff to embed sensory and motor strategies across the curriculum
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in line with professional and school standards
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and school-specific policies at all times

About You:

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration (essential)
• Experience working with children and young people with SEND, including complex physical and sensory needs
• Confident in delivering both group/whole-class sessions and specialist 1:1 interventions
• Strong assessment and report writing skills
• Experience working within an educational or SEN setting (desirable)
• Collaborative, patient and pupil-focused approach
• Comfortable working flexibly across two sites
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all pupils

Benefits

• Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way
• The opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking SEN Trust spanning an established secondary site and a brand new site set to expand from primary to post-16
• Competitive pay up to Band 6 (NHS Scale), dependent on experience
• Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term and day-to-day roles
• Refer a friend scheme which can earn £100-£250 per person
• Access to free CPD and training opportunities

Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks