School-Based Occupational Therapist (Term-Time)

Vetro Recruitment; Brecon; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Clinical supervision

CPD opportunities

Multidisciplinary team

Term time only

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment seeks a Specialist Occupational Therapist to support specialist schools in Powys. You will deliver assessments, interventions and training within a multidisciplinary team, helping pupils with complex needs thrive in educational settings.

Role involves collaboration with teachers, families and colleagues, with a focus on sensory integration and trauma-informed practice. Term Time Only (41 weeks) and a pro rata salary reflect flexible, school-based work.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• HCPC registration required.
• Experience with children and young people with additional needs (autism and complex learning needs).
• Specialist knowledge: sensory integration, attachment, trauma-informed practice, or social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Experience delivering training, consultation and support in educational settings.
• Excellent communication, organisational and report-writing skills.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Deliver OT assessment and intervention for children with complex needs.
• Apply sensory integration, trauma-informed approaches and evidence-based interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, families and colleagues to create inclusive learning environments.
• Provide individual and group interventions focusing on sensory processing, motor skills, independence and daily living.
• Contribute to EHCP/IDP reviews and therapeutic planning.
• Build staff confidence through training, consultation and practical support to embed strategies.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Report writing

Training delivery

Driving licence

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Vetro Recruitment seeks a Specialist Occupational Therapist to support specialist schools in Powys. You will deliver assessments, interventions and training within a multidisciplinary team, helping pupils with complex needs thrive in educational settings.

Role involves collaboration with teachers, families and colleagues, with a focus on sensory integration and trauma-informed practice. Term Time Only (41 weeks) and a pro rata salary reflect flexible, school-based work.