Occupational Therapist – Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames
Full Time Position (Term Time Only) | ASAP Start
Location: Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames
Salary: Up to Band 6 (NHS Scale), dependent on experience
We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and adaptable Occupational Therapist to join a well-regarded SEN Trust across two sites in Richmond upon Thames, including a brand new site that is growing from primary through to post-16 provision over the next five years. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of something genuinely special, with the chance to help shape provision from the ground up.
This is a rewarding position for an OT who wants variety, real impact and the opportunity to work across an established secondary setting alongside an exciting, growing new site, with a caseload that’s meaningful and a contribution that makes a genuine difference every day.
About the Role:
Working across both sites, you will provide high-quality occupational therapy support to pupils with a range of physical, sensory and developmental needs, adapting your approach across two very different site environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging sensory and motor skills sessions across both sites
- Carry out detailed assessments of pupils’ sensory, physical and functional needs
- Write clear, accurate, and pupil-centred reports to inform EHCP reviews, progress tracking and wider MDT planning
- Deliver specialist 1:1 interventions where appropriate, tailored to individual pupil profiles and targets
- Collaborate closely with teachers, SENCOs, teaching assistants and external professionals
- Provide guidance and training to school staff to embed sensory and motor strategies across the curriculum
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in line with professional and school standards
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety and school-specific policies at all times
About You:
- Degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration (essential)
- Experience working with children and young people with SEND, including complex physical and sensory needs
- Confident in delivering both group/whole-class sessions and specialist 1:1 interventions
- Strong assessment and report writing skills
- Experience working within an educational or SEN setting (desirable)
- Collaborative, patient and pupil-focused approach
- Comfortable working flexibly across two sites
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all pupils
Benefits
- Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way
- The opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking SEN Trust spanning an established secondary site and a brand new site set to expand from primary to post-16
- Competitive pay up to Band 6 (NHS Scale), dependent on experience
- Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term and day-to-day roles
- Refer a friend scheme which can earn £100-£250 per person
- Access to free CPD and training opportunities
Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks
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