Specialist Occupational Therapist

Speech and Language UK; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Speech and Language UK's Meath School in Chertsey, Surrey, is seeking a Specialist Occupational Therapist to support pupils with SEND through tailored therapy plans within a school-based MDT.

The role involves independent caseload management, reporting, and contributing to annual reviews. You will work closely with teachers, families and the broader MDT to promote independence and wellbeing in a supportive special school environment.

Qualifications

• HCPC-registered occupational therapist with UK qualification.
• Experience in paediatrics and MDTs.
• Strong clinical, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently.
• Experience in school settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prioritise an independent paediatric occupational therapy caseload within a specialist school setting.
• Assess pupils’ occupational therapy needs and deliver tailored intervention programmes linked to EHCP outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and the multi-disciplinary team to support pupils’ development and independence.
• Implement and monitor evidence-based therapeutic strategies, including sensory and functional support interventions.
• Maintain accurate clinical records, prepare progress reports, and contribute to annual reviews and care planning.
• Contribute to service development, staff training, and ongoing professional development within the occupational therapy team.

Skills

Paediatrics

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Caseload management

Assessment & reporting

Communication skills

Education

HCPC-registered OT

Job description

Job Title: Specialist Occupational Therapist

Location: Meath School, Chertsey, Surrey

Working pattern: Permanent contract, full-time position (35 hours/week); Monday - Friday; 42 weeks per year (term time plus three additional weeks during the school closure period including Saturdays as required

Generous leave of 10 weeks during the school closure period.

Start Date: ASAP

Role Overview

As an Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for assessing and supporting pupils with special educational needs, delivering tailored therapy programmes, and working collaboratively with families, school staff, and the multi-disciplinary team to promote independence, participation, and wellbeing within the school environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and prioritise an independent paediatric occupational therapy caseload within a specialist school setting
• Assess pupils’ occupational therapy needs and deliver tailored intervention programmes linked to EHCP outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and the multi-disciplinary team to support pupils’ development and independence
• Implement and monitor evidence-based therapeutic strategies, including sensory and functional support interventions.
• Maintain accurate clinical records, prepare progress reports, and contribute to annual reviews and care planning.
• Contribute to service development, staff training, and ongoing professional development within the occupational therapy team

What we are looking for:

• HCPC-registered with recognised Occupational Therapy qualification
• Experience working in paediatrics and within a multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent clinical, organisational, and communication skills, the ability to manage a caseload independently
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
• Strong assessment, report writing and intervention planning skills

About Us

Speech and Language UK's Meath School is a four-times outstanding special school committed to the highest quality integrated education, therapy, and care. It is a non-maintained day and residential school for pupils 4-11 who have severe and complex speech, language, and communication needs alongside other learning and/or behavioural difficulties.

You will be part of a specialist setting recognised for its commitment to communication, inclusion and innovation. We offer:

• A collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• The opportunity to shape and influence specialist practice

Accessibility Support

We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you require any adjustments or need to apply in a different format, please contact our People Team at [e-mail] and we will be happy to assist you.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we carry out safer recruitment principles, as well as appropriate vetting and verifications on all school staff.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education the successful candidate’s employment is subject to an enhanced DBS and barred list check. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search covering content that is in the public domain.

A copy of our Safeguarding policy can be found here: safeguarding policy