Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Berkshire

NHS Jobs; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Jobs is seeking a Paediatric Occupational Therapist for Berkshire. The role focuses on children and young people with autism and additional needs, applying sensory integration principles and neuro-affirming practice.

You will support emotional regulation, sensory processing and functional independence, while collaborating with families, education staff and multidisciplinary teams. Strong communication and report-writing skills are essential, with an emphasis on empowering families and

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience with children and young people with autism.
• Knowledge of sensory integration principles and neuro-affirming practice.
• Experience supporting emotional regulation, sensory processing and functional independence.
• Excellent communication, report writing and multidisciplinary working skills.
• Ability to coach and empower families, education staff and other professionals.
• Experience in educational settings would be highly desirable.

Education

HCPC registration

Job description

Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Berkshire

We're looking for someone who has:

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist
• Experience working with children and young people with autism and additional needs
• Knowledge of sensory integration principles and neuro-affirming practice
• Experience supporting emotional regulation, sensory processing and functional independence
• Excellent communication, report writing and multidisciplinary working skills.
• The ability to coach and empower families, education staff and other professionals
• Experience supporting young people within educational settings would be highly desirable.