Occupational Therapist

Senior Occupational Therapist
Permanent: £53,603 – £61,533 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits
Locum: £40 per hour | Part-Time & Full-Time Available
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join a specialist provision supporting children and young people aged 5–19 with autism and complex needs.
We are open to both:
Permanent candidates seeking a long-term role with a comprehensive benefits package
Locum Occupational Therapists looking for flexibility at a competitive hourly rateThe setting is purpose-built and exceptionally well resourced, featuring:
A large sports hall 
Dedicated therapy and intervention rooms
A specialist sixth form suite
Extensive outdoor areas and structured play spaces
Carefully designed sensory-informed learning environmentsThe Role
As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team, you will:
Conduct specialist assessments and deliver evidence-based OT interventions
Develop individualised therapy plans informed by clinical formulation
Support educational and residential colleagues to embed therapeutic approaches
Provide consultation, training and professional guidance
Contribute to creating therapeutic living and learning environmentsYou will be supporting young people with complex presentations including autism, developmental trauma, neurodevelopmental conditions and special educational needs. What We’re Looking For
You will:
Be a qualified Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC
Have substantial experience supporting children and young people with complex needs
Be confident delivering therapeutic interventions independently
Have experience supporting teams around a child to ensure clinically informed practice
Be an effective communicator, trainer and role model
Be highly organised and proactive
Hold a full UK driving licence (travel may be required)Senior-level experience, including team support or supervision, is highly desirable. What We Offer
Permanent Package:
£53,603 – £61,533 salary (including paid school holidays)
Full school holidays including bank holidays
Comprehensive induction and ongoing CPD
Structured clinical development programme
Flexible benefits package
Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
Medical cashback scheme
High-street discounts
£1,000 refer-a-friend bonus
Modern, purpose-built facilitiesLocum Option:
£40 per hour
Part-time or full-time flexibility
Supportive multi-disciplinary team environment
Meaningful and impactful clinical work
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed