Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Cheshire

Pulse; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 27,253 - 33,309; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme (up to 7% contributions)

Occupational sick pay

Reward and discount platform

Cycle-to-work scheme

Comprehensive training and development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Pulse is seeking a Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist to provide a high-quality OT service to mainstream schools in Cheshire. This role involves autonomous work, offering consultancy, training, and direct therapy interventions for pupils and staff while assisting families.

Key responsibilities include managing a clinical caseload across schools, conducting assessments, and delivering evidence-based interventions. The position offers a permanent contract with a salary of £22,681.20 (Pro Rata) and a range of benefits including a generous pension scheme and comprehensive training.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registration and membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists.
• Experience working in mainstream school settings.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a clinical caseload across multiple schools.
• Undertake holistic assessments using clinical observation.
• Provide evidence-based interventions in line with professional guidelines.

Skills

Experience working in mainstream school settings

Knowledge of autism spectrum conditions

Understanding of safeguarding requirements

Education

Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Outreach Schools

Location: Cheshire
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 22.5 hours per week, Term Time (41 weeks/year)
Salary: £22,681.20 (Pro Rata)

Our client is seeking a Specialist Occupational Therapist to deliver a high-quality OT service to mainstream schools on an outreach basis. This role involves working autonomously to provide consultancy, training, advice, and direct therapy interventions for pupils and staff, while supporting families and carers where needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a clinical caseload across multiple schools.
• Undertake holistic assessments using clinical observation and specialist knowledge.
• Provide evidence-based interventions in line with professional guidelines.
• Collaborate with teachers, class teams, and multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Supervise junior colleagues and contribute to service development.
• Maintain compliance with HCPC regulations and participate in CPD activities.
• Promote safeguarding and risk awareness within the workplace.

Requirements:

• Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registration and membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists.
• Experience working in mainstream school settings.
• Knowledge of autism spectrum conditions, learning disabilities, and associated needs.
• Understanding of safeguarding requirements for young people with communication difficulties.

Benefits:

• Generous pension scheme (up to 7% contributions) and death-in-service benefit.
• Occupational sick pay and family‑friendly policies.
• Reward and discount platform for high street shops, travel, and more.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme and eligibility for Blue Light Card.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• Long service awards, wellbeing initiatives, and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Refer‑a‑friend scheme and flexible working arrangements.