Senior Occupational Therapist: Sensory Integration Lead

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in West London is seeking an experienced Specialist/Advanced Occupational Therapist (Band 6/7 equivalent) to join a multidisciplinary team at an independent special school in Harmondsworth. You will lead clinical governance and supervise the OT team while delivering SI-focused assessments and interventions.

The role demands excellent communication, postgraduate SI training or demonstrated expertise, and a commitment to EHCP reporting and practical school-based strategies.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate or undergraduate Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current HCPC registration.
• Significant experience as a Band 6 equivalent OT with autism and complex needs.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff or Therapy Assistants.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for EHCPs and annual reviews.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the OT team, providing high-quality clinical supervision.
• Lead operational delivery and clinical governance of the Occupational Therapy service.
• Support resource allocation to maximise team impact.
• Mentor junior colleagues and Therapy Assistants in professional development.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Mentoring

Sensory Integration

Leadership

Clinical reasoning

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Academics in West London is seeking an experienced Specialist/Advanced Occupational Therapist (Band 6/7 equivalent) to join a multidisciplinary team at an independent special school in Harmondsworth. You will lead clinical governance and supervise the OT team while delivering SI-focused assessments and interventions.

The role demands excellent communication, postgraduate SI training or demonstrated expertise, and a commitment to EHCP reporting and practical school-based strategies.