Paediatric Occupational Therapist - School-Based Support

Grange; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Bupa Health Plan

Pension scheme

Holidays

Cyclescheme

EAP

Flexible working

Mental Health Support

Blue Light Card

Cashback card

Job summary

Grange School is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated team. This permanent role delivers a paediatric OT service across Grange School and partner sites, helping pupils with physical impairments, autism and complex health needs to access learning and build independence.

You will assess needs, design tailored interventions, and support equipment use while collaborating with teachers, parents and other professionals.

Qualifications

• Holds a Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registered.
• Holds a full driving licence.
• Experience managing a caseload and delivering evidence-based OT interventions.
• Experience with children and young people with SEND, particularly Autism Spectrum Conditions.
• Ability to assess, analyse and respond to complex needs.
• Excellent communication, teamwork and report-writing skills.
• Committed to inclusion, safeguarding and achieving the best outcomes for every child.

Responsibilities

• Assessing pupils' functional, educational, social and physical needs.
• Designing and delivering effective occupational therapy programmes.
• Providing direct 1:1 therapy interventions.
• Advising on and supporting the use of specialist equipment, including seating, feeding and toileting equipment.
• Monitoring and reviewing therapy programmes to ensure positive outcomes.
• Working collaboratively with staff, parents and external agencies.
• Contributing to statutory assessments, review meetings and multidisciplinary planning.
• Supporting the training and development of colleagues across the school.

Skills

HCPC Registered

Driving licence

Paediatric OT experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor/Diploma in OT

Tools

Specialist equipment knowledge

Job description

Grange School is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated team. This permanent role delivers a paediatric OT service across Grange School and partner sites, helping pupils with physical impairments, autism and complex health needs to access learning and build independence.

You will assess needs, design tailored interventions, and support equipment use while collaborating with teachers, parents and other professionals.