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Occupational therapist
Job Posted: 16 days ago
Salary: £ 32,000 - 48,000 / Annum
Job Type: Temporary
Location: East Sussex
Expire in: 11 days
Job Description
Occupational Therapist - East Sussex - 12 months maternity cover
Location: East Sussex (near East Grinstead)
Salary Package: £32,000 - £48,000 (Band 5-6 equivalent)
Benefits for the Occupational Therapist:
Permanent position within a specialist school setting
Term-time only working (approx. 12 weeks annual leave)
Supportive, close-knit therapy team with a "family-like" culture
Regular supervision and team meetings tailored to experience level
Access to ongoing CPD and specialist training (including autism-focused approaches)
Opportunity to see long-term progress in students
MDT working with SALT and education staff
Small, in-house therapy team with strong clinical support
Charity-led organisation with strong values and purposeNonStop Care is working with a specialist education provider in East Sussex that is looking to recruit an Occupational Therapist to join their in-house multidisciplinary team.
This role sits within a nurturing, child-centred environment supporting children with autism and associated needs. The focus is on functional, meaningful interventions including sensory regulation, emotional regulation, and daily living skills. The setting allows therapists to work closely with students over time, providing a unique opportunity to see real progress and outcomes.
This is a 12 months maternity cover contract but it has possibility to extension into a permanent role. Both full-time and part-time hours are considered.
Responsibilities of Occupational Therapist:
Managing a paediatric caseload within a specialist school setting
Delivering functional assessments and tailored interventions
Supporting sensory processing, emotional regulation, and daily living skills
Working closely with education staff, families, and MDT colleagues
Contributing to EHCP processes and reviews
Implementing evidence-based therapy approachesRequirements for Occupational Therapist:
HCPC registration (or eligibility)
Degree in Occupational Therapy
Experience with paediatric caseloads (autism experience desirable)
Understanding of sensory integration and functional OT approaches
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