School-Based Occupational Therapist – Newham

Zohorecruit; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE pay

SEN recruitment team support

Clear communication

Matched opportunities

Job summary

Senovo Resourcing Ltd in Newham, United Kingdom, is seeking a School-Based Occupational Therapist to translate assessment into practical strategies that improve pupils' access, regulation and independence within a specialist SEN education setting.

You will collaborate with pupils, families and school staff, ensure HCPC registration, and maintain professional records while contributing to multidisciplinary planning.

Qualifications

• A recognised Occupational Therapy qualification and current HCPC registration.
• Experience with children or young people with additional needs.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication and safeguarding practice.
• QTS is not required for this therapy role.

Responsibilities

• Assess sensory, motor and functional needs within the school environment.
• Plan focused interventions and provide clear strategies for education staff.
• Support seating, classroom access, self-care and participation goals as appropriate.
• Review outcomes, maintain professional records and contribute to multidisciplinary planning.
• Work in partnership with pupils, families and the wider school team.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Safeguarding

Education

Occupational Therapy qualification

HCPC registration

Job description

School-Based Occupational Therapist – Newham

Newham, United Kingdom | Posted on 07/10/2026

School-Based Occupational Therapist – Newham

Location: Newham

Contract: Contract

The opportunity

A specialist SEN education setting in Newham is seeking an Occupational Therapist to translate assessment into practical strategies that improve pupils’ access, regulation and independence.

What you will do

• Assess sensory, motor and functional needs within the school environment.
• Plan focused interventions and provide clear strategies for education staff.
• Support seating, classroom access, self-care and participation goals as appropriate.
• Review outcomes, maintain professional records and contribute to multidisciplinary planning.
• Work in partnership with pupils, families and the wider school team.

What you will bring

• A recognised Occupational Therapy qualification and current HCPC registration.
• Experience with children or young people with additional needs.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication and safeguarding practice.
• QTS is not required for this therapy role.

Why work with Senovo

• PAYE pay with clear assignment information.
• Specialist support from an experienced SEN recruitment team.
• Clear communication throughout registration and placement.
• Opportunities matched to your experience, availability and travel area.

Senovo Resourcing Ltd is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Appointments are subject to vetting, references, right-to-work and enhanced DBS checks.