OT Graduate Wanted!

Protocol Education Ltd; Ferryhill; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

No umbrella companies

Free CPD through our CPD Academy

Dedicated consultant support

Local SEND and education opportunities

Opportunity to build experience across

Refer a Friend scheme with rewards

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd is seeking an Occupational Therapy Graduate to join a SEND school in Ferryhill. You will support pupils daily, applying OT knowledge to promote independence and practical skills within a school setting.

Ideal candidates are graduates or near completion, passionate about working with children, and ready to develop in a supportive education environment. This is a full-time, term-time only position with progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Occupational Therapy or graduating this year
• Passionate about working with children
• Patient, understanding and approachable
• Creative when it comes to problem-solving
• Confident working as part of a wider team
• Keen to learn and develop their skills within a school environment

Responsibilities

• Supporting children with autism, ADHD and sensory processing needs
• Helping pupils develop fine motor skills and coordination
• Using sensory activities and strategies to help pupils regulate
• Encouraging children to become more independent in everyday classroom activities
• Supporting pupils with physical and additional needs
• Working alongside teachers and SEND professionals
• Adapting activities to suit individual children’s needs
• Celebrating the small wins — because sometimes they’re the biggest ones!

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Education

Occupational Therapy degree

Job description

OT Graduate Wanted! | Make a Difference in a SEND School | Ferryhill

Location: Ferryhill
Job Type: Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026
Pay: £92.63–£108 per day, dependent on experience

You've got the degree. Now it's time to use it.

Just graduated in Occupational Therapy and wondering what's next?

How about a role where you can take what you've learned at university and use it to make a difference every single day?

Protocol Education are recruiting for an Occupational Therapy Graduate to join a school in Ferryhill, supporting children with SEND.

You'll be part of a supportive school environment where you'll help pupils develop their confidence, independence and practical skills — while gaining valuable experience that can support your future OT career.

Your day could include...

• Supporting children with autism, ADHD and sensory processing needs
• Helping pupils develop fine motor skills and coordination
• Using sensory activities and strategies to help pupils regulate
• Encouraging children to become more independent in everyday classroom activities
• Supporting pupils with physical and additional needs
• Working alongside teachers and SEND professionals
• Adapting activities to suit individual children's needs
• Celebrating the small wins — because sometimes they're the biggest ones!

What we’re looking for

You don't need years of experience. We're particularly interested in graduates who are:

• Qualified in Occupational Therapy or graduating this year
• Passionate about working with children
• Patient, understanding and approachable
• Creative when it comes to problem-solving
• Confident working as part of a wider team
• Keen to learn and develop their skills within a school environment

Previous experience with children is a bonus, but it's not essential. Your degree, enthusiasm and willingness to learn are what matter.

What's in it for you?

This isn't just another graduate role.

You'll gain:

Real SEND experience – Build your understanding of how children's needs are supported within an education setting.

Practical experience – Put your OT knowledge into practice rather than leaving it in your university notes!

Professional development – Work alongside experienced teachers and SEND professionals.

Career-building experience – Develop skills that can strengthen your future applications and career within Occupational Therapy or education.

Why Protocol Education?

• Weekly PAYE pay
• No umbrella companies
• FREE CPD through our online CPD Academy
• Dedicated consultant support
• Local SEND and education opportunities
• Opportunities to build experience across different settings
• Refer a Friend scheme with rewards

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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