Senior Occupational Therapist

National Star; Worcester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

National Star in Worcester is seeking a Specialist Senior Occupational Therapist to join our vibrant multidisciplinary team at the specialist college. This part-time role offers 18 hours across two days (preferably Tue/Wed) to support learners with complex physical and learning needs.

You will design personalised therapy programmes, mentor junior staff, maintain professional records, and work closely with students, families and other professionals to unlock potential while prioritising wellbeing

Qualifications

• BSc in Occupational Therapy, HCPC registration (and ideally, RCOT membership).
• Experience in paediatrics, neurology, acquired brain injury, wheelchairs and special seating, complex disability, profound and multiple learning disability or sensory integration would be of particular interest.
• Ability to communicate with empathy and clarity across multidisciplinary teams.
• Previous supervisory / mentoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver safe, meaningful interventions that enhance wellbeing, skill development, and independence.
• Work closely with students, families, and professionals to achieve life-changing outcomes.
• Manage your own caseload with autonomy and accountability.
• Keep accurate, respectful records in line with professional standards.
• Mentor and support junior team members in clinical delivery and development of their skills.
• Always put the student at the heart of what you do.

Skills

Empathy & communication

Autonomy with caseload

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

BSc in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

RCOT membership (ideally)

Job description

Are you a specialist Senior Occupational Therapist looking for a good work life balance?

Due to an internal promotion, we’re looking for a compassionate, dedicated Senior Occupational Therapist to become a vital part of our vibrant multi-disciplinary team based at our specialist college in the centre of Worcester. This will be a part time role working 18 hours over 2 days per week, ideally Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

You’ll empower young people with complex physical and learning difficulties, helping them develop skills, confidence, and independence. You’ll use your creativity and clinical expertise to design personalised therapy programmes that don’t just meet needs—they unlock potential.

Your Role Will Include:

• Designing and delivering safe, meaningful interventions that enhance wellbeing, skill development, and independence
• Working closely with students, families, and professionals to achieve life-changing outcomes
• Managing your own caseload with autonomy and accountability
• Keeping accurate, respectful records in line with professional standards
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team in their clinical delivery and development of their skills
• Always putting the student at the heart of what you do

What You Bring:

• BSc in Occupational Therapy, HCPC registration (and ideally, RCOT membership)
• Previous experience in paediatrics, neurology, acquired brain injury, wheelchairs and special seating, complex disability, profound and multiple learning disability or sensory integration would be of particular interest to us
• A heart for learners with complex needs—and the resilience, skill and creativity to support them
• The ability to communicate with empathy and clarity across all levels working across multidisciplinary teams internally and externally
• A positive, proactive approach to collaboration, problem-solving and reflection
• Previous supervisory / mentoring experience
• Access to transport and the flexibility to occasionally travel to other campuses

Why National Star?

• Be part of a team that believes in people.
• Thrive in a supportive, learning-rich environment where your growth matters.
• Grow your career in a role where you can use your clinical excellence to make a real difference.
• Join an organisation deeply committed to safeguarding, equality, and inclusion.