Consultant Occupational Therapist

Polaris Community; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to transforming independent education through therapeutic expertise. As a Consultant Occupational Therapist, you will have the unique opportunity to drive meaningful change in schools, empowering them to meet the diverse needs of their students. Your role will include conducting assessments, delivering impactful training, and developing tailored intervention programs. With flexibility in working hours and a commitment to inclusion, this position allows you to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people with additional needs. Be part of a team that is shaping a legacy of transformative support across multiple educational settings.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration required.
• Significant experience in paediatric or educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and audits to identify gaps in provision.
• Deliver tailored training sessions to teachers and staff.
• Develop bespoke intervention programmes for students.

Skills

Assessment Skills

Training Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Resourcefulness

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Position: Consultant Occupational Therapist

Location: National (travel to schools required)

Contract Type: Flexible (Part-time or Full-time)

Salary: Competitive (based on experience)

Transforming Independent Education with Therapeutic Expertise

We are seeking an exceptional Consultant Occupational Therapist to help shape and implement a sector-leading therapeutic model across our independent schools. This is a unique opportunity to drive meaningful change, empowering schools to meet the diverse sensory, motor, and coordination needs of their students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assessment and Audits: Conduct school-wide audits and individual assessments to identify gaps in provision and support.
• Training and Development: Deliver tailored training sessions to teachers, SENCOs, and staff on sensory processing, motor coordination, and classroom strategies.
• Advice and Recommendations: Provide expert guidance to school leadership teams, helping to embed therapeutic approaches into daily practice.
• Resource Development: Create tools, frameworks, and practical resources that can be applied in classrooms and school environments.
• Therapeutic Programme Design: Support the development of bespoke intervention programmes for students with specific needs, including sensory regulation and motor skill development.
• Independent Practitioner Oversight: Review and monitor the work of independent practitioners providing OT services across schools. Ensure their processes, assessments, and recommendations align with the organisation’s ethos and therapeutic model.
• Collaboration: Work closely with school staff, parents, and external professionals to ensure a holistic and consistent approach.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Develop systems to measure the impact of therapeutic interventions on student outcomes and school practices.

Person Specification:

• Professional Qualifications: A degree in Occupational Therapy and current registration with the HCPC.
• Experience: Significant experience in paediatric or educational settings, with expertise in sensory processing and motor coordination.
• Training Skills: Proven ability to deliver engaging and impactful training sessions.
• Analytical Skills: A strong understanding of assessment tools, data collection, and intervention planning.
• Resourcefulness: Creative thinking in designing practical tools and strategies for diverse educational settings.
• Oversight Expertise: The ability to evaluate and guide the work of independent practitioners to ensure alignment with organisational values and best practices.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills to engage with multiple stakeholders.
• Commitment: Passion for improving outcomes for children and young people with additional needs.

Why Join Us?

Be at the forefront of therapeutic innovation in education. Work within a forward-thinking organisation committed to inclusion and excellence. Shape a legacy of transformative support across multiple schools. Enjoy flexibility in working hours and the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and vision for integrating therapeutic practices in schools to [email address] by [deadline date].

For further information about this role or an informal discussion, please contact Kicha Mitchell at [e-mail]

Join us in making a difference. Together, we’ll help every child thrive.