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Occupational Therapist

Job Posted: 11 days ago

Salary: £ 45,123 - 53,603 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Chigwell

Expire in: 17 days

Job Description

Occupational Therapist - Chigwell, Essex 
Salary: £45,123 – £53,603 | Full-Time, 37 hours per week | Term-Time Only | Permanent 

 The Role
 We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Occupational Therapist to join our growing team. Working closely with teachers, teaching assistants, and therapists, you will deliver high-quality care that directly support pupils' participation in school life and their wider development.

About Us
We are a specialist school based in Chigwell, Essex, committed to providing outstanding education and therapeutic support for our pupils. The school meets the needs of pupils with a primary diagnosis of autism or with a clear evidence of being on the autism pathway.
 
Key Responsibilities

Deliver individual and group therapy sessions in line with each pupil's needs and Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans
Work collaboratively with the school's multidisciplinary team, families, and external professionals
Provide training, guidance, and support to school staff to embed therapeutic strategies into everyday learning
Maintain accurate records and contribute to annual reviews and reportsAbout You
Degree in Occupational Therapy and current HCPC registration
Experience working with children and young people, ideally in an educational or specialist SEND setting
Strong knowledge of sensory processing, motor development, and functional skills
Excellent communication and collaborative working skills
Committed to inclusive practice and continuous professional developmentWhy Join Us?
Supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team
A school culture that genuinely values therapy as central to pupil progress
Term-time only working pattern — a great work-life balance
Opportunities for CPD and professional growth

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