School OT for SEMH/SEND Support

Oxford Natural Healthcare Professionals; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Natural Healthcare Professionals in the UK are seeking an Occupational Therapist to support pupils with SEMH and SEND in a school setting near Great Baddow, Essex. You will assess pupils, develop targeted therapy plans, monitor progress, and collaborate with teachers, families and other professionals to support development and compliance with safeguarding and EHCP targets.

The role is full-time and permanent, all year round, and requires an appropriately qualified and registered therapist

Qualifications

• Qualified and registered occupational therapist.
• Experience supporting children in challenging contexts.
• Understanding of SEND, trauma, and mental health.

Responsibilities

• Assess pupils with complex SEMH needs and associated SEND.
• Develop therapeutic interventions to support movement, attention, functional skills and participation in learning.
• Work alongside teachers and other therapists.
• Create individualised therapy plans and monitor progress.
• Contribute to reports and EHCP-related targets.
• Provide practical strategies that can be incorporated into classroom activities.
• Work with families and other professionals to support pupils' development.
• Contribute to the school's relationship-focused approach and safeguarding responsibilities.

Skills

Registered OT

SEND experience

Child development

Job description

Oxford Natural Healthcare Professionals in the UK are seeking an Occupational Therapist to support pupils with SEMH and SEND in a school setting near Great Baddow, Essex. You will assess pupils, develop targeted therapy plans, monitor progress, and collaborate with teachers, families and other professionals to support development and compliance with safeguarding and EHCP targets.

The role is full-time and permanent, all year round, and requires an appropriately qualified and registered therapist